Comparison

Joining Hands 2 vs Solitaire Collection

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Joining Hands 2

This charming puzzle game sequel challenges players to strategically arrange adorable characters so they can all hold hands. With over 140 levels and a forgiving hint system, it offers a relaxing yet engaging experience for all ages.

Highlights
  • Over 140 levels
  • Drag and drop gameplay
  • Multiple Peablin types
  • Unlimited hint system
  • No time limits or pressure
  • Family cooperative play
  • Cute graphics and soundtrack
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A charming sequel to the handtastic puzzle game hit Joining Hands! REVIEWS "There’s a gentle warmth in every moment, in the sweet character and audio design, in the thematic concept of holding hands, and especially in the very forgiving hint system." Cult of Mac 4/5 "Perfect for the person who enjoys puzzlers that challenge you to think, but are easy to put down at a moment's notice." TUAW DESCRIPTION On a starry night, the adorable little Peablins are woken up by a blazing ball of fire crashing into the far corner of Whispering Woods. What could it be? Join the Peablins, solve cuddly puzzles and find out! Joining Hands 2 is intuitive and easy to play; drag and drop the Peablins so that everyone is holding hands. The level of challenge increases as the Peablins get more hands and new types of Peablins are introduced. Try to collect all the stars from each level too! The original Joining Hands is featured in the book ”iPad Apps for Kids for Dummies” as an excellent family friendly title! Features - More than 140 fun and challenging levels - Eight kinds of adorable Peablin characters - Unlimited hint system: Never get stuck - Fun for all ages: No violence, no time limits, no pressure - Great for child and parent cooperative puzzling - Cute graphics and joyful soundtrack - Ten Game Center achievements

About

Solitaire Collection

Features
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The Ultimate Solitaire Collection – All Your Favorite Card Games in One App! Experience the world’s most beloved solitaire card games with a premium, modern twist. Whether you want to relax after a long day or challenge your brain with deep strategy, Solitaires offers the perfect experience for every player. From the world-famous Klondike to the strategic FreeCell and the challenging Spider, we’ve gathered 16+ classic variants in one beautifully designed, easy-to-use package. 16+ GAMES TO EXPLORE Never get bored with our massive variety of modes: The Classics: Klondike (Draw 1 & 3), Spider, FreeCell, and Pyramid. Strategy & Skill: Yukon, TriPeaks, Golf, and Canfield. Unique Puzzles: Aces Up, Calculation, Simple Simon, and Forty & Eight. Special Variants: Grandfather's Clock, Gypsy, Napoleon's Tomb, and Mod 3. DAILY CHALLENGES & STATS A New Goal Every Day: Complete unique daily puzzles and track your winning streaks on a monthly calendar. Level Up Your Game: Earn experience points for every win and watch your level badge grow. Detailed Analytics: Track your win/loss ratio, best times, and high scores for every single game variant. PREMIUM & CUSTOMIZABLE Stunning Visuals: Relax with our signature "Dark Green Casino" felt design or customize it to your liking. Personal Touch: Change card backs, card faces, and table backgrounds. You can even use your own photos! Smart Features: Unlimited Undo, intelligent Hints, and Auto-complete for won games. Smart Detection: The app automatically detects when no more moves are available—no more wasting time on "dead" games. DESIGNED FOR YOU Play Anywhere: No Internet? No problem. All games work 100% offline. Save & Resume: Your progress is saved automatically. Pick up exactly where you left off. Learn to Play: Detailed rules and step-by-step guides for every game variant included. Download Solitaires now and rediscover the classic card games you love, perfected for your mobile device!

Screenshots

Joining Hands 24 screens
Solitaire Collection4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Solitaire Collection at Free against Joining Hands 2's $2.99. Solitaire Collection also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 26 months). Joining Hands 2's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Solitaire Collection is free to download; Joining Hands 2 costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Joining Hands 2 ships an update every 26 months, Solitaire Collection every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Joining Hands 2 versus Solitaire Collection: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJoining Hands 2Solitaire Collection
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews92.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 26 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer10tons LtdDuc Le

In-app purchases

None

Joining Hands 2

No in-app purchases

None

Solitaire Collection

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Joining Hands 2 free?
Joining Hands 2 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Solitaire Collection free?
Solitaire Collection is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Joining Hands 2 or Solitaire Collection have ads?
Neither Joining Hands 2 nor Solitaire Collection shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Joining Hands 2 or Solitaire Collection?
Joining Hands 2 ships an update every 26 months, and Solitaire Collection every 9 days. Most recently, Joining Hands 2 was updated on October 15, 2026 and Solitaire Collection on September 25, 2026.

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