Agricola vs Pandemic
Side by side comparison of two top board games
Agricola
⭐ 8# 24💰 $55👤 1-4
Agricola is a farming strategy game where players manage their own family farms. Workers gather resources, build fences, plant crops, and raise animals through 14 rounds. The game is known for its tight resource economy and the constant pressure to feed your family. With many cards for variety, each game offers unique strategic paths.
EconomicFarming
Pandemic
⭐ 7.6# 185💰 $35👤 2-4
Pandemic is the classic cooperative board game where players work as a team of disease-fighting specialists to save the world from four deadly outbreaks. Each player has a unique role with special abilities. Travel between cities, treat infections, and find cures before the diseases overwhelm humanity.
MedicalDiseaseCooperative Play
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Agricola | Pandemic |
|---|---|---|
| BGG Rank | 24 ✓ | 185 |
| Rating | 8 ✓ | 7.6 |
| Year Published | 2007 ✓ | 2008 |
| Price | 55 | 35 ✓ |
| Min Players | 1 ✓ | 2 |
| Max Players | 4 | 4 |
| Play Time (min) | 120 | 45 ✓ |
| Min Age | 12 | 8 ✓ |
| Complexity (1-5) | 3.63 ✓ | 2.44 |
Agricola wins in 5 categories, Pandemic wins in 3 categories.
Agricola — Time Estimates
1-Player Game30 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game150 min
Full table experience
Learning Session120 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Pandemic — Time Estimates
2-Player Game45 min
Quick session with a smaller group
4-Player Game45 min
Full table experience
Learning Session75 min
First time playing (includes setup & rule explanation)
Category & Mechanic Comparison
Agricola
Categories
EconomicFarming
Mechanics
Action DraftingCard DraftingHand ManagementIncomeOpen DraftingSet CollectionTurn Order: Claim ActionWorker Placement
Pandemic
Categories
MedicalDiseaseCooperative Play
Mechanics
Action PointsCooperative PlayHand ManagementPoint-to-Point MovementSet CollectionTrading
Rating Comparison
Agricola8
Pandemic7.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which game has a higher rating, Agricola or Pandemic?
Agricola has a rating of 8, while Pandemic has 7.6. Agricola is rated higher.
Which game is more affordable, Agricola or Pandemic?
Agricola costs approximately $55 and Pandemic costs approximately $35. Pandemic is the more affordable option.
Which game supports more players, Agricola or Pandemic?
Agricola supports 1-4 players and Pandemic supports 2-4 players. Pandemic supports more players.
Is Agricola or Pandemic more complex?
On a scale of 1-5, Agricola has a complexity weight of 3.63 and Pandemic has 2.44. Agricola is the more complex game.
Which game has a shorter play time, Agricola or Pandemic?
Agricola takes about 120 minutes to play, while Pandemic takes about 45 minutes. Pandemic is the quicker game.