Comparison
FreeCell vs Yukon
| FreeCell | Yukon | |
|---|---|---|
| Decks | One deck | One deck |
| Suits | 4 | 4 |
| Typical length | 15 min | 15 min |
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Intermediate |
| How much skill matters | High | High |
| How much the shuffle matters | Low | Medium |
| Family | FreeCell family | Yukon family |
| Good for beginners | No | No |
We have not written a verdict for this pairing. The comparison above is drawn from each game's own recorded facts — follow either link for its full rules and strategy.
FreeCell
Nearly every deal is winnable with the right plan — four free cells give just enough room to maneuver every card into place.
All 52 cards are dealt face up into eight columns — four of seven cards, four of six — so nothing is hidden from the first move. Four free cells sit alongside, each holding exactly one card.
Yukon
No stock at all, and any face-up card moves together with everything piled on top of it, however disordered.
All 52 cards are dealt at the start into seven columns of uneven length, with the top five cards of each column face up. There is no stock and no waste — everything you will ever have is on the table from the first move.
Frequently asked questions
- Which is harder, FreeCell or Yukon?
- FreeCell is generally rated intermediate difficulty, while Yukon is rated intermediate — the two are broadly comparable in difficulty.