# Pyramid Solitaire X vs Pyramid

The clearest difference is ads: Pyramid Solitaire X at none against Pyramid's shown. Pyramid Solitaire X also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Pyramid's advantage is ratings volume (336 vs 46). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Pyramid Solitaire X against 4.5 for Pyramid. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pyramid has 336 ratings behind it against 46, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Pyramid Solitaire X's written reviews are positive against 78% of Pyramid's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pyramid Solitaire X | Pyramid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (46 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire-x/id897516417/reviews) | **[4.5 (336 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-classic-solitaire/id1440819036/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 46 | **336** |
| Positive reviews | **80.0% of reviews** | 77.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 10 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lei Li](https://appshunter.io/developer/896955406) | [OutOfTheBit Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/286210012) |

## What reviewers say

### Pyramid Solitaire X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-solitaire-x/id897516417)

Experience a classic card game with a unique pyramid layout. The objective is to remove pairs of cards totaling 13 to demolish the pyramid and discard all 52 cards. Offers three difficulty levels for varied challenges.

**Highlights:** Classic pyramid solitaire gameplay, Three difficulty levels, Pairs of cards totaling 13 removed, Objective: Demolish the pyramid, Aces count as 1, Jacks 11, Queens 12, Kings 13, No pop-up or full-screen ads

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Pyramid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramid-classic-solitaire/id1440819036)

A relaxing and addictive card game designed for casual fun. Clear the pyramid by matching cards that add up to thirteen, aiming for high scores and achievements. Enjoy a classic puzzle experience with leaderboards and brain-training challenges.

**Highlights:** Easy card matching gameplay, Relaxing and fun puzzle, Achievements and rewards, Colorful animations, Worldwide leaderboards, Track personal records

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and enjoyable gameplay
- 👍 Good for passing time
- 👍 Relaxing and engaging
- 👍 Well-designed and thought out
- 👍 Easy to play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👀 Cards difficult to read
- 👀 Card faces too small
- 👀 Plain card faces
- 👀 Low contrast on cards
- 👀 Cards too small (Italian review)

**Reported bugs**

- Disappointing version of Pyramid Solitaire
- Discard pile logic is different and less functional than PC version

**Requested features**

- Allow manual highlighting of correct numbers
- Option to not highlight correct numbers


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pyramid Solitaire X free?

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

### Is Pyramid free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pyramid Solitaire X or Pyramid?

Pyramid is rated higher. Pyramid Solitaire X averages 4.5 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while Pyramid averages 4.5 from 336 ratings.

### Do Pyramid Solitaire X or Pyramid have ads?

Pyramid shows ads; Pyramid Solitaire X does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pyramid Solitaire X or Pyramid?

Pyramid Solitaire X ships an update every 8 months, and Pyramid every 8 months. Most recently, Pyramid Solitaire X was updated on October 29, 2026 and Pyramid on October 21, 2026.

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