Item: Hearts XT
Rating: 72
Author: Dinsun

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. It’s Hearts. You know it, I know it. This version is better than the free ones because it doesn't bombard you with garbage ads every time you play a card. The AI is actually quite aggressive—they’ll actively try to stop you from 'Shooting the Moon.' The interface is a bit dated, looking like something from the iOS 7 era, but it’s functional. If you want a reliable app to play a classic game during your commute, this is a solid choice. Nothing revolutionary, just dependable.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

No ads (Premium)
Competent AI
Customizable rules

Dated UI
Limited online community
Nothing new for the genre

Technical Report

Performance: Very light on resources; great battery life.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a clean, ad-free Hearts experience.

Skip if: You find classic card games boring.

Similar Games:

Microsoft Solitaire Collection

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun (Critical 40-year-old gamer)
Hardware: iPhone 15
Playtime: 10 hours
Status: Won multiple tournaments

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1378318339

$5.99 4+★4.7 22 reviews

Author : Isar Interactive GmbH & Co. KG

Pubish Date : Wed Jan 16 2019

Last Update Date : Fri Feb 20 2026

Support Languages : English and German

Genres :

Version 2.13Fri Feb 20 2026

Quality improvements.
Enjoy the popular card game classic Hearts with smart computer opponents or online with your friends.
** Hearts XT is free of ads **
Play with smart computer opponents:
- Play anytime, anywhere.
- Smart and challenging computer opponents.
- Scalable level of difficulty.
Many entertaining game options:
- Adjust the app to your playing speed.
- Choose from realistic game background scenes.
- Customize from a selection of characters to play with.
- Use your own pictures.
Play online with friends:
- No signup required.
- Mixed mode possible with friends and computer.
Many more features:
- User and computer player statistics.
- With assistance to help beginners having fun with Hearts: Undo, Hints, Hearts Rules.
- Automatic save when you get a phone call or exit the app.
Hearts is also known under alternative names as Rickety Kate, Black Lady, Black Maria, Black Widow, Queen of Spades, Black Queen and Black Cat.
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Hearts is a game of skill. Playing Hearts is not "gambling". This game does not offer "real money gambling" or an opportunity to win real money or prizes. Practice or success at social casino gaming does not imply future success at "real money gambling".
(*) Terms of use for Online-Services see www.hearts-app.com/terms_of_use.en.html
More at hearts-app.com
Look forward to many hours of fun with Hearts!
Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Enjoy the popular card game classic Hearts with smart computer opponents or online with your friends.
** Hearts XT is free of ads **
Play with smart computer opponents:
- Play anytime, anywhere.
- Smart and challenging computer opponents.
- Scalable level of difficulty.
Many entertaining game options:
- Adjust the app to your playing speed.
- Choose from realistic game background scenes.
- Customize from a selection of characters to play with.
- Use your own pictures.
Play online with friends:
- No signup required.
- Mixed mode possible with friends and computer.
Many more features:
- User and computer player statistics.
- With assistance to help beginners having fun with Hearts: Undo, Hints, Hearts Rules.
- Automatic save when you get a phone call or exit the app.
Hearts is also known under alternative names as Rickety Kate, Black Lady, Black Maria, Black Widow, Queen of Spades, Black Queen and Black Cat.
---
Hearts is a game of skill. Playing Hearts is not "gambling". This game does not offer "real money gambling" or an opportunity to win real money or prizes. Practice or success at social casino gaming does not imply future success at "real money gambling".
(*) Terms of use for Online-Services see www.hearts-app.com/terms_of_use.en.html
More at hearts-app.com
Look forward to many hours of fun with Hearts!

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 22 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Hearts Xt brings the strategic trick-taking card game to mobile. Aim for the lowest score by avoiding penalty cards like the Hearts and the dreaded Queen of Spades. Features include customizable AI difficulty, various house rules, and detailed statistics to track your progress over time. Whether you're a beginner or a veteran, Hearts Xt provides a focused and challenging environment for card enthusiasts.

Features

Advanced AI opponents

Detailed game statistics

Multiple difficulty levels

Customizable passing and scoring rules

Tips

Shooting the Moon

If you find yourself with all the high hearts and the Queen of Spades, don't try to shed them. Try to win every single penalty card to 'Shoot the Moon' and give all your opponents 26 points while you get 0.

Gameplays

Customizing Rules

Go to the settings menu to enable the 'Jack of Diamonds' rule, which subtracts 10 points from your score if you capture it, adding an extra layer of strategy to the game.