Jigsaw Puzzles: Christmas Games vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Jigsaw Puzzles: Christmas Games's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Jigsaw Puzzles: Christmas Games This App	Jigsaw Puzzle: Daily Puzzles Nemesis	PuzzleBits Contender	Christmas Jigsaw Puzzles Games Contender	World Builder 3D:Building Game Contender	JigLite Real Jigsaw Contender	Disney Magic Match 3D Peer	Shop Master - Match 3D Puzzle Peer	Hidden Through Time Peer	Tile Onet - Connect & Match Peer
Core Identity
Developer	Second Gear Games	Critical Hit Software, LLC	Little White Bear Studios, LLC	Tapotap	Vector Labs Limited	Rottz Games	Jam City, Inc.	4 Us Games	Rogueside NV	Beijing New Vision Real Estate Development Co., Ltd.
Category	Games	Games	Games	Games	Games	Puzzle	Games	Puzzle	Games	Games
Platform	iOS	iOS, Android	iOS	iOS	iOS	Android	Android, iOS	Android	Android, iOS	iOS
Store Metrics
Rating	4.7 / 5	4.6 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.4 / 5	4.6 / 5	4.8 / 5	3.0 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.8 / 5
Ratings Count	416	398,603	129	158	370	1,895	6,748	38	998	236
Price	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	$2.99	Free
Release Date	Dec 21, 2014	Apr 5, 2012	Sep 19, 2013	Dec 29, 2023	Mar 26, 2020	Sep 6, 2021	Oct 8, 2025	Dec 20, 2022	Mar 12, 2020	May 22, 2022
Last Updated	Dec 21, 2014	Apr 27, 2026	Sep 19, 2016	Dec 5, 2025	Aug 21, 2025	Nov 14, 2025	May 18, 2026	Apr 13, 2026	Apr 22, 2024	Feb 2, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	positive	mixed	-	-	-	-	mixed	-	-	-
Score	85/100	55/100	-	-	-	-	45/100	-	-	-
Praises	High-definition image quality	Diverse puzzle variety and adjustable difficulty levels keep long-term players engaged daily	-	-	-	-	Absence of forced advertisements allows for uninterrupted and relaxing gameplay sessions	-	-	-
Complaints	Lack of content updates	Excessive ad frequency and duration interrupt the flow of the puzzle solving experience	-	-	-	-	Poorly placed UI buttons trigger accidental coin spending during intense gameplay moments	-	-	-
Requests	Social features	Expanded options to purchase new puzzle packs using earned in-game currency	-	-	-	-	Implementation of social features like teams and friend systems for community interaction	-	-	-
Strategic Intel
Strengths	High-definition image library sustains initial user interest Uncluttered interface reduces cognitive load for casual players	Daily-content loop sustains organic install velocity 25,000+ image library provides a deep content moat	Exploding piece animation mechanic provides unique tactile feedback Whimsical visual style appeals to casual puzzle demographics	-	-	-	High-fidelity Disney character assets drive organic install velocity Ad-free core loop sustains long-term engagement Themed collection cycles maintain player interest	-	Integrated level editor functions as a community-driven content moat Hand-drawn aesthetic provides a distinct visual identity	-
Weaknesses	Static content library limits long-term retention Absence of social or multiplayer features restricts growth	$9.99/month premium tier above category median UI regressions in the latest update disrupt sorting	Zero content updates since 2016 No daily reward loop to drive retention Lack of social or multiplayer features	-	-	-	UI button placement triggers accidental currency loss Technical glitches cause progress and item loss Lack of social features limits community retention	-	Premium-only model lacks recurring monetization Absence of social-guild mechanics limits viral growth	-
Pricing	free	freemium	free	free	freemium	free	freemium	freemium	paid	subscription
Momentum	Zombie	Maintenance	Zombie	-	-	-	Active	-	Zombie	-
Update Cadence	1 versions	5 versions, ~28d avg	5 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~101d avg	-	-	-	5 versions, 4 majors/6mo, ~14d avg	-	5 versions	-

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