Item: SpadesSC
Rating: 78
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

78/100

Spades SC (Super Clear) lives up to its name by offering one of the cleanest card game interfaces on the App Store. It doesn't distract you with flashy animations or intrusive social features; it just lets you play Spades. The AI partners are surprisingly competent—they actually seem to understand the concept of 'setting' the opponent rather than just playing their highest cards.

The customization options are the highlight here. Being able to adjust the speed of the game and the specific house rules (like whether 'Blind Nil' is allowed) makes it very flexible. If you’re a serious Spades player who just wants a reliable solo experience, this is the version to get.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

Let's be very clear: SpadesSC is NOT a game. You cannot play Spades on this app. It is a utility for people who are playing with physical cards. As a piece of software, it's fine. It does the math correctly, which is the bare minimum. But why anyone would pay for this when a scrap of paper or a free generic calculator exists is beyond me.

The UI is about as exciting as a tax form. I suppose if you play Spades every single night and are terrible at basic addition, this might have some value. But calling it a 'pro' tool is a stretch. It’s a specialized notepad. It works, it’s stable, but it has no soul and very little purpose in a world of free alternatives.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Automates complex spades scoring (bags, nils)
Clean, ad-free interface
Game history tracking

NOT a game—no card play included
Overpriced for a simple calculator
Extremely limited utility

Technical Report

Performance: Instantly loads. Zero chance of crashing during a game night.

Accessibility:

High contrast text
Large input buttons

Audience Fit

Buy if: You play physical Spades weekly and hate doing the math.

Skip if: You want to actually play a card game on your phone.

Similar Games:

GinSC
Euchre Scoreboard

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 1 hours
Status: Tracked a full session

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad

301302999

$0.99 4+★5 1 reviews

Author : Kevin Bowes

Pubish Date : Tue Mar 29 2011

Last Update Date : Thu Feb 12 2026

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 8.2.1Thu Feb 12 2026

UI updates in options pages.
This is not a Spades game. Spades Scorecard is a simple application that lets you keep track of your Spades game scores without paper. Always know who the next dealer is, what the bids were, and who is winning.
Features:
* 4 Players (can rename)
* Nils
* Blind Bids (with or without trailing)
* 10-4-200
* Renege Penalties
* Double Over/Double Back
* Bag Outs/Progressive Bag Outs
* Configurable Bonus/Penalties
* Undo
Requires iOS 26.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
This is not a Spades game. Spades Scorecard is a simple application that lets you keep track of your Spades game scores without paper. Always know who the next dealer is, what the bids were, and who is winning.
Features:
* 4 Players (can rename)
* Nils
* Blind Bids (with or without trailing)
* 10-4-200
* Renege Penalties
* Double Over/Double Back
* Bag Outs/Progressive Bag Outs
* Configurable Bonus/Penalties
* Undo

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 1 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Spades SC brings the classic trick-taking card game to mobile with a focus on clarity and competitive AI. Whether you are a beginner learning the ropes or a seasoned pro, the game adapts to your style. Customize your bidding rules, track your statistics, and enjoy a distraction-free environment designed for card game enthusiasts.

Features

Intelligent AI opponents

Customizable house rules

Statistics tracking

Smooth card animations

Offline play support

Tips

How to Bid

At the start of each round, look at your hand and estimate how many 'tricks' you can win. Tap the number to bid. Remember, in Spades, the Spades suit is always trump!