# Pyramid vs Super Mean Monkeys

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pyramid at none against Super Mean Monkeys's 1. Pyramid also leads on rating (4.4 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (296 vs 1). Super Mean Monkeys's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Super Mean Monkeys sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Pyramid asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pyramid holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pyramid has 296 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pyramid ships an update every 8 months, Super Mean Monkeys every 20 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pyramid | Super Mean Monkeys |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (296 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire/id699593562/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-mean-monkeys/id1565531430/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **296** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 84.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 months** | Every 20 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 386 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [志伟 赖](https://appshunter.io/developer/557848318) | [Minute Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1565531433) |

## What reviewers say

### Pyramid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire/id699593562)

Clear all cards from a pyramid formation by pairing cards that add up to 13. Only uncovered cards in the pyramid are available to play. Enjoy a classic solitaire experience with a unique layout.

**Highlights:** Pyramid card layout, Clear all cards objective, Pair cards summing to 13, Uncovered card availability, Classic solitaire gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean, readable card design with large text
- ✨ No ads disrupting gameplay
- 🎮 Simple, straightforward gameplay mechanics
- 🧠 Engaging and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable backgrounds and card designs

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Mandatory timer creates stress
- 🐛 Game doesn't progress after win/loss
- ❌ No undo button for moves
- 🔄 Only one game round before ending
- ⭐ Lacks progression incentives (no leaderboard, coins, stars)

**Reported bugs**

- Game doesn't return to home screen after winning
- Game doesn't return to home screen after losing
- Game freezes or hangs when pyramid is cleared
- Game freezes or hangs when deck is depleted
- Server not updating game state properly

**Requested features**

- Undo button for moves
- Leaderboard and score tracking system
- Multiple game rounds without restarting
- Option to disable or adjust timer
- More background and card design choices


### Super Mean Monkeys

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-mean-monkeys/id1565531430)

Engage in grid-based RPG combat against enemies on randomly generated paths. Solve puzzles and battle your way through this quest-driven adventure. Suitable for players aged 9 and up.

**Highlights:** Grid-based RPG combat, Randomly defined enemy paths, Puzzle solving, Quest-driven gameplay, Suitable for ages 9+

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pyramid free?

Pyramid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Super Mean Monkeys free?

Super Mean Monkeys is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pyramid or Super Mean Monkeys?

Pyramid is rated higher. Pyramid averages 4.4 out of 5 from 296 ratings, while Super Mean Monkeys averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Pyramid or Super Mean Monkeys have ads?

Pyramid shows ads; Super Mean Monkeys does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pyramid or Super Mean Monkeys?

Pyramid ships an update every 8 months, and Super Mean Monkeys every 20 months. Most recently, Pyramid was updated on September 26, 2026 and Super Mean Monkeys on September 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*