# Backgammon Live™ Board Game vs Backgammon Plus

Backgammon Live™ Board Game and Backgammon Plus both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 43% of Backgammon Live™ Board Game's written reviews are positive against 18% of Backgammon Plus's. Backgammon Live™ Board Game also leads on ratings volume (62K vs 4.7K) and chart position (#74 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Backgammon Live™ Board Game sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Backgammon Plus sells 25 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 — 4.7 for Backgammon Live™ Board Game against 4.6 for Backgammon Plus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backgammon Live™ Board Game has 62K ratings behind it against 4.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of Backgammon Live™ Board Game's written reviews are positive against 18% of Backgammon Plus's.

Backgammon Live™ Board Game ships an update monthly, Backgammon Plus every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backgammon Live™ Board Game | Backgammon Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (62K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-live-board-game/id739095641/reviews)** | [4.6 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-plus-board-games/id1619948547/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **62K** | 4.7K |
| Positive reviews | **42.7% of reviews** | 17.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#74** | — |
| Size | 247 MB | 389 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Come2Play](https://appshunter.io/developer/739095644) | [Zynga Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/295913422) |

## What reviewers say

### Backgammon Live™ Board Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-live-board-game/id739095641)

**Currently charting:** #74 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

Experience the classic board game with this online multiplayer version. Compete against players worldwide, participate in tournaments, and enjoy additional mini-games. Master strategy and luck to become a Backgammon champion.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer matches, Backgammon tournaments, Mini-games (Blackjack, Roulette, Slots), Backgammon Blitz mode, Customizable boards, Live chat, Daily bonuses and challenges

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Vault | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Backgammon Live Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 16,500 Coin Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| 18,000 Coin Bundle Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Limited Timed Bundle Deal - | $2.99 | one-time |
| 60,000 Coin Bundle Deal | $3.99 | one-time |
| 30,000 Coin Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Backgammon Live Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| 70,000 Coin Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 175000 Coins for only 9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 100,000 Coin Bundle Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 300,000 Coin Bundle Offer | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Great graphics and boards
- 🌍 Play against players worldwide
- 🕹️ Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🕰️ Convenient way to pass time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Questionable dice rolls and randomness
- 💰 Rigged to encourage in-app purchases
- 🔒 Lack of transparency around game mechanics
- 🔴 Frustrating losing streaks and unfair outcomes
- 🔧 Frequent bugs, glitches, and connection issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or disconnects during play
- Incorrect or inconsistent scoring and payouts
- Inability to control piece movement as expected

**Requested features**

- Allow players to choose opponents
- Implement a more traditional backgammon ruleset
- Provide more detailed game statistics and analytics
- Add a chat feature to interact with opponents


### Backgammon Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backgammon-plus-board-games/id1619948547)

Play the ancient dice and board game of backgammon against friends or AI. Race your checkers to the end, master strategy, and compete in daily challenges for rewards. Offers both online and offline play for a classic gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Play against AI or friends, Offline play available, Daily challenges and rewards, Learn to play backgammon, Customize dice and boards, Authentic game experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Amazing Coin Pack | $0.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Big Sale | $0.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Stack | $1.29 | one-time |
| Small Stack of Gems | $1.29 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.49 | one-time |
| X5 Coin Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Great Sale | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Stack of Chips | $2.49 | one-time |
| Medium Stack of Gems | $2.49 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank VOL.2 | $2.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium Stack X3 | $4.49 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great Value of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trophy Road Coin Pack VOL.3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Stack of Chips | $6.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great Value | $7.49 | one-time |
| Big Treasure of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Great X3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Stack X3 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Wheel Tier 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank Tier 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Mega Wheel Tier 5 Multiplier 4 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast gameplay
- 👍 Enjoyable experience
- 🎨 Good graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Rigged dice rolls
- 🤖 Suspicious bot-like opponents
- 💰 Aggressive monetization
- 🔍 Lack of transparency
- 🤬 Frustrating gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections during gameplay
- Freezing and crashing issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to choose opponents
- Option to play offline
- Fair and random dice rolls


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backgammon Live™ Board Game free?

Backgammon Live™ Board Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Backgammon Plus free?

Backgammon Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Backgammon Live™ Board Game or Backgammon Plus?

Backgammon Live™ Board Game is rated higher. Backgammon Live™ Board Game averages 4.7 out of 5 from 62K ratings, while Backgammon Plus averages 4.6 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do Backgammon Live™ Board Game or Backgammon Plus have ads?

Both Backgammon Live™ Board Game and Backgammon Plus show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Backgammon Live™ Board Game or Backgammon Plus?

Backgammon Live™ Board Game ships an update monthly, and Backgammon Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, Backgammon Live™ Board Game was updated on September 24, 2026 and Backgammon Plus on September 24, 2026.

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