Tavli Master vs Backgammon Rounds
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tavli Master
Experience three beloved Greek backgammon variants—Portes, Plakoto, and Fevga—in a single, polished app. Play against AI, friends locally, or online opponents, and track your progress with detailed statistics. Customize your game experience with various settings and enjoy authentic gameplay.
- Three Tavli variants: Portes, Plakoto, Fevga
- Play against AI with adjustable difficulty
- Local and online multiplayer modes
- Interactive 'How to Play' guide
- Progress tracking and leaderboards
- Customizable game settings and visuals
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Experience Tavli—the legendary Greek backgammon tradition—wherever you are. Tavli Master brings together Greece’s three beloved backgammon variants in one beautifully designed game: • Portes — Classic backgammon with hitting and strategic escapes • Plakoto — Trap and pin opposing checkers to control the board • Fevga — Race forward, build powerful blocks, and outmaneuver your opponent Whether you are discovering Tavli for the first time or have played around the family table for years, Tavli Master offers an authentic, polished, and deeply strategic experience. PLAY YOUR WAY • Challenge the computer with adjustable difficulty • Play with another person on the same device • Find opponents online • Invite friends using a private room code • Play directly with friends on the same Wi-Fi network • Choose your preferred match length and game settings LEARN ALL THREE VARIANTS The interactive How to Play guide teaches each game step by step. Visual move hints and destination previews make it easy to learn while preserving the depth experienced players expect. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Review your wins, losses, match history, win rate, and performance across every Tavli variant. Compete for a place on the online leaderboards and build your reputation at the table. MAKE THE GAME YOURS Customize sound effects, animation speed, match rules, hints, point numbers, pip counts, and more. Tavli Master is designed to feel comfortable on phones and tablets. BUILT FOR TAVLI PLAYERS EVERYWHERE With smooth animations, detailed wooden boards, intuitive controls, multiple languages, and authentic rules for Portes, Plakoto, and Fevga, Tavli Master brings the spirit of the traditional Greek table to players around the world. Roll the dice. Plan your moves. Master all three games. Download Tavli Master and take your seat at the table.
Backgammon Rounds
Enjoy a modern backgammon experience with quick games or long sessions. Play against AI, friends online, or learn with tutorials. Features smooth gameplay and a clear board for all skill levels.
- Fast, responsive gameplay
- Single-player AI matches
- Online multiplayer
- Interactive tutorial
- Multiple board styles
- Clean interface
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Backgammon Rounds is a clean, modern backgammon experience built for quick games and long sessions alike. Play the way you want: Challenge smart computer opponents Play with friends online Learn with built-in tutorials Finish fast rounds or settle into full matches Designed to feel sharp and readable, the game focuses on smooth play, clear moves, and a board that stays easy to follow whether you are new to backgammon or already experienced. Features: Fast, responsive backgammon gameplay Single-player matches against AI Online multiplayer Interactive tutorial flow for learning the game Multiple board styles and visual themes Clean interface built for phones and tablets Whether you want a quick match on a break or a more competitive session, Backgammon Rounds keeps the experience simple, polished, and satisfying.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Backgammon Rounds at none against Tavli Master's shown. Backgammon Rounds also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Tavli Master sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Backgammon Rounds sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Tavli Master against 5.0 for Backgammon Rounds. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.
Tavli Master ships an update every 4 days, Backgammon Rounds every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tavli Master | Backgammon Rounds |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PareaGames LLC | INVISIBLE REMARK LLC |
Customer experience
Tavli Master
Backgammon Rounds
In-app purchases
Tavli Master
- Remove Ads$0.99
- Support the Developer$1.99
Backgammon Rounds
- Persian Board$2.99
- Ottoman Board$2.99
- Greek Board$2.99
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- Cairo Board$2.99
- Milano Board$2.99
- All Boards Bundle$9.99
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