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Pow-Word

Build words with letter jumble

193 ratings
32 reviews
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Released
January 9, 2010
Updated
October 2, 2026

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Developer

Vaibhav Electronics Pvt Ltd
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Challenge yourself to form words from jumbled letters. Compete globally on leaderboards and improve your vocabulary with multiple dictionary options and difficulty modes. Enjoy an addictive word-building experience.

✓Swipe or block-based letter selection
✓Form words from jumbled letters
✓6, 7, or mixed letter difficulty
✓Choice of two dictionaries
✓Unlimited time mode option
✓Global leaderboards
✓Word meaning lookup
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What users say about Pow

Reviews of Pow are mixed: the game is rated 4.5/5 from 193 App Store ratings. What users like most: flexible configuration options, option to revert to previous layout. Top complaints: new format is disappointing/terrible layout, harder to read and maneuver new format. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Flexible configuration options
  • 👍Option to revert to previous layout
  • 👍Great brain exercise
  • 👍Fun and addictive game
  • 👍No ads (for some users)
  • 👍Untimed play option
  • 👍Flexible game modes (e.g., seven letters)
  • 👍Saves progress automatically
  • 👍Simple and elegant design
  • 👍Good graphics and theme
  • 👍Challenging and enjoyable

Negative things

  • 👎New format is disappointing/terrible layout
  • 👎Harder to read and maneuver new format
  • 👎Game keeps banging on/won't fill words
  • 👎Score keeping bites the dust/all scores gone
  • 👎Hate pop-up ads
  • 👎Letters don't fall back in order
  • 👎No button for previous word
  • 👎Some words not in dictionary
  • 👎Have to click letter to remove
  • 👎Keyboard too slow accepting letters
  • 👎Too hard to see words and letters
  • 👎Annoying and unnecessary sounds
  • 👎Dictionary has dubious/made-up words
  • 👎Game no longer functioning correctly/completes itself
  • 👎Crashing and progress loss
  • 👎Sensitivity of letter tiles low
  • 👎Words are suspect/don't come up in dictionary
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What's New in Pow

23.0.0

October 2, 2026

1) iOS 27 compatibility 2) Works in resizable windows on devices that support this feature 3) The "Tap on Letters" is now the default interface for making words. Your existing preference (Tap vs Swipe) is preserved and you can switch between the two in the game settings section 4) Added performance statistics (for Game Center players)

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User reviews

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Great game

I like how you can configure this game to how you want to play it!
CConLorMar

Response from developer

We are sorry to hear this. You can still revert to the earlier layout if you prefer - from the main menu of the game, select select the Settings (below the PLAY button). You can choose the "TAP" option under "Select Letters" heading. This will revert to the earlier layout. Regards,

Thank you!

Thank you, developer, for giving the option to revert to the previous layout! That sets you apart from the zillions of word games with the silly circle where you swipe back and forth. There are far too many word games with the circle, so I’m glad you gave the option to continue with the previous version.
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CConLorMar

Really sad

When I fill in the word ring it keeps banging on, and won’t fill in the words. What a sad loss.
WWorkld&987

Changed format

I used to play this game all of the time. The new format is very disappointing. Terrible layout. This will no longer be my go to game.
MSmany sisters

Response from developer

We are sorry to hear this. You can still revert to the earlier layout if you prefer - from the main menu of the game, select select the Settings (below the PLAY button). You can choose the "TAP" option under "Select Letters" heading. This will revert to the earlier layout. Regards,

Ruined the Game!

I’ve literally played this game every day for over six years, even with the family as we would take turns. The new update has ruined it! Horrible layout and tried to make the game like others with a zigzag pattern. I’ve deleted the app. So sad.
WW84goodgame

Response from developer

We are sorry to hear this. You can still revert to the earlier layout if you prefer - from the main menu of the game, select select the Settings (below the PLAY button). You can choose the "TAP" option under "Select Letters" heading. This will revert to the earlier layout. Regards,

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Reported Bugs

10 issues

Word ring fills but won't fill words

Bug

Score keeping issues/scores gone

Bug

Letters don't fall back in order

Bug

Some words not in dictionary

Bug

Keyboard too slow in accepting letters

Bug

Game no longer functioning correctly/completes itself midway

Bug

Crashing and throwing user out of program

Bug

Progress lost due to crashes

Bug

Low sensitivity of letter tiles

Bug

Game saves automatically, but sometimes progress is lost

Bug
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Requested Features

22 requests

Option to revert to previous layout

Feature

Back space button

Feature

Repeat button

Feature

Add 'a' at the end of the last word

Feature

Button to put up previous word

Feature

Streamlined interface

Feature

Mute option

Feature

Option for untimed play

Feature

Option for seven letters

Feature

Update spelled dictionary to latest version

Feature

Programmed to accept ALL words

Feature

Fix word lists/dictionary issues

Feature

More control over wordlists

Feature

Ads free fee option

Feature

Option to continue coming up with words after timer runs out

Feature

Run without timer on occasion

Feature

Turn up sensitivity of letter tiles

Feature

Way to remove just the last letter typed

Feature

Ability to edit name profile

Feature

Allow play in widescreen mode

Feature

Add a backspace when entering words

Feature

Add a mode that isn't timed

Feature

FAQ

What is Pow-Word?

Pow-Word is a word-building game where the objective is to form as many words as possible from a given set of jumbled letters in each round. Your score accumulates until you can no longer form the longest word within a round. It's designed to be addictive and help improve your vocabulary.

What are the key features of Pow-Word?

Key features include a new swipe-based interface for letter selection (with an option to revert to block-based), difficulty modes for 6 or 7 letters, a mixed mode, a choice between two dictionaries (Students and Teachers), an unlimited time mode option, separate leaderboards for all modes, and the ability to look up word meanings at the end of each round.

Is Pow-Word free to play?

Yes, the application is free to play. It is supported by advertisements.

What dictionaries are available in Pow-Word?

Pow-Word offers a choice between two dictionaries. The Students dictionary contains standard English words, while the Teachers dictionary is more comprehensive and based on the SOWPODS list.

How does scoring work in Pow-Word?

Your score is carried forward from round to round. The game continues until you are unable to form the longest possible word within a given round. This encourages players to find the most challenging words to maximize their score.