Comparison

E vs Power Grid Boardgame

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

Head to head
About

E

This companion app simplifies the board game "Acquire" by managing tile placements, company creations, merges, and cash-out calculations. It provides a digital reference chart and supports multiple game versions, offering crash resistance and recovery for a smoother experience.

Highlights
  • Tracks tile placements, company creations, and merges
  • Digital reference chart
  • Cash Out screen for end-of-game calculations
  • Crash resistance and recovery
  • Supports 3 popular game versions
Features
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Companion app to the board game "Acquire". Instead of tedious lookups on the reference chart, this app does it all for you! Features: - Tracks tile placements, company creations, merges, and dead tiles - Copy of the full reference chart for quick checks - Cash Out screen for quick end-of-the-game calculations - Includes crash resistance and recovery - Supports 3 popular versions of the board game Notice: THIS IS NOT A FULL VERSION OF THE GAME! This app is meant to be a companion to the board game and enforces the official rules of the game. This app uses the internet for anonymous tracking of feature usage.

About

Power Grid Boardgame

Engage in a strategic simulation of the energy industry, managing power grids across diverse global maps. Challenge AI or friends in real-time or turn-based matches, with a comprehensive tutorial and helpful in-game assistance for all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Global energy market simulation
  • Multiple map variants for diverse gameplay
  • AI and real-time/turn-based multiplayer
  • In-depth tutorial and context-sensitive help
  • Achievement system for challenges
  • Includes Recharged version with variants
Features
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Dive into the world of the energy industry with the Power Grid app, designed by award-winning author Friedemann Friese. Global Domination: Conquer energy markets worldwide on maps such as USA, Germany, France, Benelux, Eastern Europe, South Africa, Italy and the Middle East. Each map brings unique gameplay that will put your strategic skills to the test. Tutorial & Help: Whether you're an experienced Power Grid player or a beginner, the game features a detailed tutorial that walks you through the basics step-by-step. And if you have any questions while playing, context-sensitive help is available to make sure you're always on the right track. Achievements: Challenge yourself by unlocking a variety of achievements. These achievements range from strategic feats to special challenges. Recharged Version: The app includes the Recharged version with Against the Trust and MAGA variants that make the gameplay even more diverse and challenging. Exciting Gameplay: Challenge AI opponents or play against friends in real-time or turn-based. Online Domination: The Power Grid app allows you to compete against friends or rivals from around the world. The app gives you the opportunity to compete with players from all over the world. Choose your path: a variety of maps and map variants are available to customize and refine your strategy. Adapt to the specifics of each and outsmart your opponents to get to the top of the power industry. The Power Grid app has been carefully designed to seamlessly bring the charm of the board game to your smartphone or tablet. The intuitive interface ensures a smooth gaming experience for both experienced players and novices. Don't miss out on the electrifying fun and challenges offered by the Power Grid app! Download the app now and embark on a journey to conquer the power market one move at a time. Whether you're playing alone and looking for a challenge or you're a player looking to engage in epic duels with friends, the Power Grid app offers all that and more.

Screenshots

E4 screens
Power Grid Boardgame4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: E at Free against Power Grid Boardgame's $8.99. E also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). Power Grid Boardgame's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (33% vs 8%). On rating, ratings volume, ads 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

E is free to download; Power Grid Boardgame costs $8.99 up front. Power Grid Boardgame sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. E asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 2.4 for E against 2.5 for Power Grid Boardgame. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 26 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 8% of E's written reviews are positive against 33% of Power Grid Boardgame's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

E ships an update every 7 months, Power Grid Boardgame monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
E versus Power Grid Boardgame: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEPower Grid Boardgame
PriceFree — better$8.99
Rating2.4 (9 ratings)2.5 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews7.7% of reviews32.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings926 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#183 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB141 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMichael HoltBrettspielwelt GmbH

Customer experience

E

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive7.7%
Neutral15.4%
Negative76.9%

Power Grid Boardgame

All ratings26 ratings
Positive30.8%
Neutral7.7%
Negative61.5%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive32.6%
Neutral11.6%
Negative55.8%

Bugs and requests

E

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Power Grid Boardgame

Reported bugs

47 issues
  • Achievements disappear
  • Cannot build houses
  • Game cards difficult to recall when minimized
  • Movable mini-window UI is buggy
  • Requires force restart
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  • Automatic next action clipboard issues
  • BeNeLux 5th ecoplant "extended market" doesn't work
  • Blocks PiP and Music player
  • Game crashes when starting
  • Cannot return to saved games
  • UI broken, unplayable
  • Unresponsive menus and interface
  • Does not progress or explain rules
  • AI is buggy (invisible buildings/powerplants)
  • Fatal bug: cannot overbid in auction
  • Separate save system, no iCloud syncing
  • Info board scaling and drag broken
  • Game doesn't work, crashes on start
  • Cannot confirm city choice
  • Unstable UI, can lose map display
  • Crashes in phase III of online games
  • Online play unstable
  • Doesn't work half the time
  • Cannot resume saved local game
  • Cannot edit local profile name
  • Crashes randomly when starting game
  • AI players do funny things
  • Power plant auction window not displayed
  • Bugs fixed, but still issues
  • Gameplay is awful
  • GUI is non-standard but intuitive
  • Initial screen in German
  • Crashing issues resolved, but UI irritating
  • No music or sound effects during game
  • Poor instructions
  • Third player when selecting 2 player game
  • Tutorial is limited
  • App crashes when accessing help
  • Crashes frequently
  • Parts in English and German
  • Lost games
  • Screens flash, unclear round/phase
  • Crashes after pressing help
  • Cannot reload game
  • No games in online lobbies
  • Untranslated German text in menus
  • Online connection not available

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add a proper tutorial for gameplay
  • Include music and sound effects during gameplay
  • Allow saving and resuming local games
  • Enable editing of local profile names
  • Add iCloud syncing for save games
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  • Improve UI dismiss functionality
  • Add a clear indicator for round/phase

In-app purchases

None

E

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Power Grid Boardgame

One-time1
  • 1. Expansion$5.99

Questions

Is E free?
E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Power Grid Boardgame free?
Power Grid Boardgame costs $8.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, E or Power Grid Boardgame?
Power Grid Boardgame is rated higher. E averages 2.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Power Grid Boardgame averages 2.5 from 26 ratings.
Do E or Power Grid Boardgame have ads?
Neither E nor Power Grid Boardgame shows ads.
Which is updated more often, E or Power Grid Boardgame?
E ships an update every 7 months, and Power Grid Boardgame monthly. Most recently, E was updated on October 24, 2026 and Power Grid Boardgame on October 24, 2026.

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