Sheepshead vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Sheepshead's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	Sheepshead This App	Solitaire by MobilityWare Nemesis	Card Match: Fun Solitaire Game Contender	Video Poker Double Up Contender	Skip Card : Fun Solitaire Game Contender	Leekha ليخة Contender	Rummy Sequence Axiom Peer	Teen Patti Master Rummy Peer	Cafe Formula Peer	Hero Realms Peer
Core Identity
Developer	Derek Hoffmeister	MobilityWare	sohil kadevar	nvgamepad	sohil kadevar	Ay Mog	HARI PRASAD SHARMA	Stitchcare Company	x2line.com LLC	White Wizard Games
Category	Games	Games	Games	Casino	Games	Card	Casual	Casino	Games	Games
Platform	Android, iOS	iOS, Android	iOS	Android	iOS	Android	Android, iOS	Android, iOS	iOS	Android, iOS
Store Metrics
Rating	3.2 / 5	4.8 / 5	4.9 / 5	4.7 / 5	4.1 / 5	4.5 / 5	4.0 / 5	4.0 / 5	4.0 / 5	4.3 / 5
Ratings Count	80	136,529	145	576	134	313	143	143	20	215
Price	Free	$4.99	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Jun 12, 2014	Feb 12, 2019	Oct 8, 2025	Dec 31, 2012	Oct 5, 2022	Oct 2, 2018	Jun 29, 2014	Jun 29, 2014	Nov 12, 2013	Jun 6, 2022
Last Updated	Apr 24, 2026	May 18, 2020	Mar 23, 2026	Apr 11, 2026	Mar 19, 2025	Nov 3, 2025	May 3, 2026	May 3, 2026	Dec 31, 2025	Mar 31, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	mixed	mixed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	mixed
Score	50/100	45/100	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	45/100
Praises	Authentic rule implementation	Core solitaire mechanics provide a relaxing and consistent daily habit for long-term players Customization options for card backs and backgrounds allow for a personalized visual experience	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Core deck building mechanics offer deep strategic replayability for fans of the physical card game
Complaints	Dated UI and lack of social features	Aggressive ad frequency post-update disrupts the flow of gameplay and degrades the user experience Technical instability and performance regressions following the latest update cause crashes and connection errors	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Aggressive monetization of character classes and expansions creates a pay to win environment in multiplayer
Requests	Multiplayer support	Reliable cloud backup and restoration for player statistics and daily challenge streaks	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	Implementation of a friends list to facilitate easier social play and community building
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Authentic rule-set for Sheepshead variants Distraction-free single-player focus Accessibility-first large print card mode	Established brand legacy with 100M+ players sustains organic install velocity Refined classic gameplay mechanics set the industry standard for Klondike	-	-	-	-	-	-	Culinary-themed solitaire mechanics provide a clear niche differentiation VoiceOver support ensures accessibility for a broader user base	Non-collectible mechanics provide a high-skill ceiling that differentiates the app from standard CCGs Tabletop-style combat loop drives high strategic replayability for core fans
Weaknesses	0.16★ Android-iOS rating gap Ad-only monetization limits development budget No multiplayer or social meta-game	Aggressive ad-frequency post-update disrupts gameplay Subscription status fails to remove ads as expected 0.7★ Android-iOS rating gap	-	-	-	-	-	-	Static content loop leads to rapid churn Lack of social-driven retention mechanics compared to team-based rivals	Pay-to-win perception regarding paid character classes erodes competitive integrity Lack of social features like friends lists limits community building
Pricing	free	freemium	freemium	freemium	free	free	free	free	freemium	freemium
Momentum	Maintenance	Maintenance	-	-	-	-	Intense	Intense	-	Intense
Update Cadence	2 versions, ~512d avg	2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~2137d avg	-	-	-	-	5 versions	5 versions	-	5 versions

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