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Five in a Row! vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Five in a Row!'s closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Five in a Row!
This App
MONOPOLY GO!
Nemesis
Farkle Deluxe
Contender
Ludo: Classic Fun Dice game!
Contender
Mancala Online!
Contender
Dice Game 10k
Contender
Board Game Buddy
Peer
Dinle bul eşleştir
Peer
Dice - anywhere
Peer
Board Games Arena - BoardQ
Peer
Core Identity
Developerartur tagirovScopely, Inc.Rubicon Mobile LtdIronjaw Studios Private LimitedIronjaw Studios Private LimitedTihomir RadevAndrew MorrisonAyben ErtemHAREPPONikita Bohara
CategoryGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGamesGames
PlatformiOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOSiOSiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSiOS
Store Metrics
Rating5.0 / 54.8 / 53.4 / 53.8 / 54.8 / 51.0 / 55.0 / 51.0 / 55.0 / 55.0 / 5
Ratings Count23,737,2475181712117
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateJun 21, 2016Apr 11, 2023Feb 17, 2021Aug 23, 2017Sep 13, 2023Jul 29, 2018Feb 29, 2024Sep 19, 2022Mar 25, 2016Feb 9, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 23, 2016Jun 25, 2026Mar 4, 2021Dec 5, 2023Feb 10, 2026Apr 11, 2025Apr 18, 2026Nov 20, 2022Oct 20, 2023Mar 24, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment-mixed----positive---
Score-65/100----75/100---
Praises-
  • High-production value and frequent event updates
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  • Digital scoresheets replace paper logs and simplify tracking for various board games
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Complaints-
  • Aggressive monetization pressure and progression gates
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  • Permission errors prevent data saving and app functionality on newer Android devices
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Requests-
  • Cloud-save synchronization
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  • Expansion of the game template database to include more specific board game titles
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Zero-friction entry allows immediate gameplay without account setup
  • Minimalist design avoids high-fidelity storage overhead
  • High-production IP integrations drive superior acquisition
  • Social-griefing mechanics create sticky network effects
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  • Custom scoresheet templates drive user-generated content
  • External hobbyist platform integrations act as acquisition channels
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  • Offline-first architecture enables play in travel environments
  • 12-game bundle provides high variety in a single download
Weaknesses
  • No multiplayer connectivity limits social engagement
  • Lack of progression loops leads to rapid churn
  • No updates since 2016
  • Heavy reliance on IAP-driven progression gates
  • High-frequency complaints regarding monetization pressure
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  • Android permission errors block core saving functionality
  • Total review count below 60 limits social proof
  • Lacks a formal player directory for recurring groups
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  • Hard content gate restricts access to 10+ games
  • Lack of online multiplayer limits social retention
Pricingfreefreemiumfreefreefreemiumfreefreefreefreefreemium
Momentum------Maintenance--Maintenance
Update Cadence------2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~7d avg--1 versions

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