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Black Ink Crosswords

Black Ink Crosswords

Solve crosswords with style

21 ratings
8 reviews
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Released
March 15, 2011
Updated
October 25, 2026

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Red Sweater Software
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Solve crosswords with elegant mechanics and beautiful grids on your iOS device. Access free web puzzles and purchase premium ones from popular sources like the New York Times.

✓Elegant solving mechanics
✓Beautiful grid designs
✓Supports free web puzzles
✓In-app purchases for premium puzzles
✓New York Times crossword integration
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What's New in Black Ink Crosswords

2.5.2

October 25, 2026

This update addresses two issues specific to the iPhone Duo: - Fix a crash that occurred when reactivating the app while solving a puzzle - Split the clue text across the "seam" in the middle when the phone is opened like a book - Removed the checkmark from the Show/Hide Clues menu item - The focused clue display now respects the user's text size setting when possible - Double-tapping a clue in the clue list when the keyboard is hidden now brings the keyboard back

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User reviews

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Wonderful, intuitive app

A dream to use, has really gotten me into crosswords and helped me get better at them.
TRTurtleback Road

Response from developer

Thanks so much for the kind review! I'm glad you're enjoying the app!

Kudos for including a one time purchase

I like that there’s an option to buy the premium features once instead of subscribe
Ccypressf

Super-refined crossword app

Has a few built in puzzle feeds and the ability to import any puzzles in the .puz AcrossLite format. Companion to the long-standing Mac version. Super clear; no ads; good design. Lots of settings, too: I had to adjust things slightly to make it ideal for me, but with those customizations, it’s great. Top app!
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Nnjr0

still Inaccessible on Ipad Using Voiceover

Ok I got the latest update. I guess you are never gonna show us a grid structure like real crosswords. Besides that the worst thing is when e.g. square 4a is selected and I type on my braille display the result is not entered into 4a. I give you one star for at least considering accessibility. Better than most developers.
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Nn8lag

Response from developer

Hi there - thanks for the feedback. I definitely want to make the accessibility great for Black Ink and to some extent I'm limited by the way VoiceOver works with respect to the crossword grid structure, and in other ways I'm limited because I don't have a good sense for exactly how it should work to be most useful to the AX community. If you wouldn't mind emailing me support@redsweater.com I would love to be able to go through your list of issues and see what I can do to address the shortcomings.

Which puzzles have I completed?

Enjoying the app: it's a very clean design and comfortable to use. The biggest frustration that I have is that the puzzle library doesn't indicate which puzzles I haven't begun, which I have started, and which I have completed. They all look the same. I have an NYT subscription so perhaps the problem is unique to those puzzles?

Also, puzzle and progress sync across iPhone and iPad would be great. Sometimes I want to pick up a puzzle I'm working on on the bus but I can't because it doesn't know what I did at home on my iPad.
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EPEcce Phono

Response from developer

Hi there - thanks for the feedback. Yeah, this is a problem and I hope to address it in a future update. Stay tuned! Hopefully after a couple updates you'll be singing 5 stars worth of praise :)

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FAQ

What is Black Ink Crosswords?

Black Ink Crosswords is a mobile application that allows users to solve crossword puzzles with elegant mechanics and beautiful grid designs. It supports both free web puzzles and paid premium puzzles.

Does Black Ink Crosswords have ads?

No, Black Ink Crosswords does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for premium puzzle packs.

What puzzles can I solve with Black Ink Crosswords?

You can solve multiple free puzzles available on the web. Additionally, you can purchase premium puzzles from sources like the New York Times, American Values Club, Inkubator, and Crossword Nation.

What are the premium subscription options for Black Ink Crosswords?

Black Ink Crosswords offers a Monthly Premium subscription for $1.99/month with a 7-day free trial, and an Annual Premium subscription for $19.99/year with a 7-day free trial.

What devices is Black Ink Crosswords compatible with?

Black Ink Crosswords is compatible with iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple's reality devices. It is designed for a seamless experience across these Apple platforms.

How often is Black Ink Crosswords updated?

The latest version of Black Ink Crosswords is 2.3.10, which was last updated on February 27, 2026. Updates typically bring new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

What is the age rating for Black Ink Crosswords?

Black Ink Crosswords has an age rating of 12+. This indicates that the content is generally suitable for users aged 12 and older.

How does Black Ink Crosswords compare to other crossword apps?

Black Ink Crosswords is praised for its stunningly beautiful grids and elegant solving mechanics, offering a premium user experience. It provides access to a wide range of puzzles, including popular paid options.