# Word Cats

> Fast-paced word search game with cat collection and sharing features. (iPhone/iPad app by LolTap.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-cats/id1174284598 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LolTap](https://appshunter.io/developer/1380237769)
- Category: Games, Trivia, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 359 App Store ratings · 51 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 99 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-01-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-cats/id1174284598/reviews.md

## What is Word Cats?

A word search game for everyone! 

Meow! Make as many words as you can in 30 seconds. Earn cat coins to complete your collection of cats and share your favourite words with your loved ones. 

◆ Easy & accessible to play 
◆ Your cute pet meows when you win !
◆ Collect 45 adorable kitties with charming accessories: bride, ballerina, professor, glamour ...
◆ Write over 20,000 English words
◆ Share your best words on iMessage, Facebook, Twitter and more
◆ Practice in 16 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Polish, Romanian, Czech, Turkish, Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia.


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Note – Word Cats is completely free to play, but some game items can also be purchased for real money. If you don't want to use this feature, please disable In-App Purchases in your device's settings.
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## Key features

- 30-second word creation challenges
- Collect 45 unique cats with accessories
- Over 20,000 English words to find
- Share words on social media and messaging apps
- Playable in 16 languages
- Cute cat meows upon winning

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Pack of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack of Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Milo | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cookie | $0.99 | one-time |
| Jasper | $0.99 | one-time |
| Belle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Katchu | $0.99 | one-time |
| Venus | $0.99 | one-time |
| Teacup | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Word Cats?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🐱 Adorable and cute cat designs
- 👍 Fun word game mechanics
- 🎮 Addictive gameplay that keeps users engaged
- 📚 Educational spelling and vocabulary practice
- 🌍 Multiple language support options
- ⏱️ Quick game sessions for passing time
- 💰 Fair monetization without forced payments
- 😸 Charming cat animations and expressions
- 🎯 Progressive difficulty that builds skills
- 🏆 Rewarding cat collection system

**Cons**

- ⏰ Time limit too short for complex words
- 💰 Cats are expensive and take long to unlock
- 🎲 Random cat selection instead of choice
- 📺 Ads required to earn coins efficiently
- 🎮 Limited gameplay variety and depth
- 📖 Word dictionary recognition is incomplete
- 🐱 Cats lack interactive purpose beyond decoration
- ⚡ Difficulty ramps up too quickly to impossible
- 🔤 Only marked letters count for points
- 😐 Becomes repetitive after initial novelty

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Word dictionary doesn't recognize many valid words
- Game marks certain spellings as invalid incorrectly
- Word recognition system too restrictive

**Most requested features**

- Ability to choose specific cats instead of random selection
- Interactive cat companion features (toys, hats, decorations)
- Multiple word game types (Boggle, Anagrams)
- Bonus point multipliers (triple word/letter, double coins)
- Power-ups available in shop
- Mission-based cat unlocking system
- Cat room where all cats can be displayed together
- Cat assistant that provides hints during gameplay
- Alternative coin earning methods besides ads
- Character abilities and special powers
- Russian language support
- Extended time limits or adjustable difficulty
- Longer word recognition and validation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 51)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-cats/id1174284598/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I LOVE IT

*2023-04-05*

I really like this game but I wish there could be more time but the entire point is to create a word with the letters but overall that it’s a really good game I love you word cat :0 🌸💗🪷

### 5/5 — Love it

*2021-08-26, version 1.5*

I love cats and I’m trying to get better at spelling!

### 5/5 — Cats

*2021-02-01, version 1.5*

I love cats.  I love anything to do with cats.  This is a fun game and I play way too much.

### 4/5 — I like it

*2017-10-07, version 1.04*

I like it but I wish certain characters had like abilities and stuff

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2017-09-24, version 1.5*

Fun word game! Absolutely no reason you need to pay in game for anything. You get enough points playing and watching ads to get new cats. The cats are adorable!

### 4/5 — Fun

*2017-08-26, version 1.04*

Could offer more complex/bonus additions to keep things interesting but overall fun!

### 4/5 — Great app!

*2017-05-09, version 1.04*

This is a great app with many different possibilities. It is so much fun for people of all ages. The only thing is that the cats are a but expensive. Possibly lowering the price/coin number would encourage more people to want to get as many cats as possible. Thanks!!!

### 5/5 — Word Cats

*2017-03-24, version 1.04*

Very addicting game that makes you think of words to accumulate in a matter of time! :)

### 5/5 — Cute and charming

*2017-03-22, version 1.04*

A cute twist on a classic game. There's not a lot extraordinarily unique about it, but for those who like these kinds of word games and love cats, it's perfect and simple!

### 5/5 — Very fun

*2017-03-20, version 1.04*

I like how you can win cats for every 500 points, but you can't choose the one you want. It's very stimulating and gratifying to play. I also really like the cats and their expressions. Meow

## Frequently asked questions about Word Cats

### What is Word Cats?

Word Cats is a word search game where players have 30 seconds to create as many words as possible. The game features a collection aspect with adorable cats and allows users to share their favorite words.

### How do I collect cats in Word Cats?

You can earn cat coins by playing the game and making words. These coins can then be used to complete your collection of 45 different adorable kitties, each with unique accessories.

### Is Word Cats free to play?

Yes, Word Cats is completely free to play. However, some optional in-game items can be purchased with real money. You can disable this feature in your device's settings if you prefer not to use in-app purchases.

### What languages does Word Cats support?

The game supports practice in 16 different languages, including English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Polish, Romanian, Czech, Turkish, Bahasa Malaysia, and Bahasa Indonesia.

### Can I share words I find with friends?

Absolutely! You can share your best words directly from the app on platforms like iMessage, Facebook, Twitter, and more, allowing you to share your discoveries with loved ones.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.5 — 2017-09-19

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

iOS compatibility

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