# Word Crush® - Fun Puzzle Game — user reviews > 816 indexed App Store user reviews of Word Crush® by YEW TECHNOLOGY LIMITED, rated 4.60/5 from 1,017,074 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-crush-fun-puzzle-game/id1446728841/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-crush-fun-puzzle-game/id1446728841.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 766,961 · 4★ 154,906 · 3★ 70,500 · 2★ 14,112 · 1★ 10,595 ## What do users think of Word Crush®? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 🚀 Fun game - 🧠 Challenging and mind-stimulating - 🕰️ Relaxing gameplay - 📈 Good for brain exercise **Cons** - 💸 Too many ads - 🤬 Aggressive monetization tactics - 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes - 🔍 Confusing word selection and scoring - 🔌 Battery draining **Commonly reported bugs** - Daily puzzle date issues - Coins/progress not tracking properly - Inability to progress past certain levels **Most requested features** - Offline mode - Option to disable ads for a fee - Improved word recognition - More challenging levels ## Newest reviews (21 of 816) ### 3/5 — It's been years and they still haven't fixed signing into Facebook from Word Crush. *2026-09-05, version 4.2.1* It's been years and they still haven't fixed signing into Facebook from Word Crush. Upon signing in to Facebook from Word Crush, the error "TIPS: Connection failed. Please try again." pops up. This has been happening for a few years and on multiple iPhone models. ... and recently, Sign in with Apple has stopped working too. After signing in with Apple, the message "Disconnected. Your account has been logged in on another device." pops up. I have no other device with this game installed. ### 2/5 — update part 2 *2026-09-01, version 4.2.0* Had an update for the app & still not able to open up the app. I have had to delete the app & then re load which has meant I have lost all the points & levels I had. ### 2/5 — Cannot open app *2026-09-01, version 4.2.0* I have just downloaded the update today (29/8/26) and the app now won’t open. Is there a problem? This is using IOS in an iPhone. I submitted this on Saturday and you suggested updating again which I have done today but nothing has changed and I still can’t open the app. ### 2/5 — Game not opening *2026-08-31, version 4.1.9* I did the latest update and the game in not opening. What’s up with this? ### 3/5 — Game Change? *2026-08-31, version 4.1.9* I have paid but, I am still getting ads… makes it a lot less fun to play… ### 3/5 — No longer works *2026-08-30, version 4.1.9* This was my favorite game. Would play it everyday without fail. Until I downloaded the latest update. Now it will not allow me to open the game. Even after deleting and reinstalling, still freezes on the opening screen ### 3/5 — update *2026-08-30, version 4.1.9* Since the new update I haven't been able to open the app? It gets to a point & then an ad comes on at the bottom & it will stay at that pou t. I do enjoy the game, but just annoying not Tobe able to open the app ### 2/5 — Cannot open app *2026-08-29, version 4.1.9* I have just downloaded the update today (29/8/26) and the app now won’t open. Is there a problem? This is using IOS in an iPhone. ### 2/5 — Pop ups *2026-08-24, version 4.1.2* I loved this game but since the last update you get random pop up ads while you’re playing. I will be uninstalling ### 4/5 — Frustrating *2026-08-21, version 4.1.2* I love the game but hate that ads keep popping up while you are playing! Very frustrating ### 2/5 — Ads are annoying!!! *2026-08-19, version 4.1.2* I enjoy your game, but there are way too many ads and they’re so annoying. It’s unbelievable, on some of them I can’t turn off the volume, however, I guarantee you your vendor is not getting their moneys worth from me! I usually quit the game while the Royal Match add stays and stays. It’s absolutely the worst! 2026 update: With the last update, pop up adds are way too frequent while the game is open and I’m actively playing. They’re ruining the game. I spend more time closing ads than I do playing. I usually play daily, but I’m considering deleting the app. Very disappointing. ### 3/5 — Advertisement *2026-08-15, version 4.1.2* Great game. Played it for several years. But getting frustrated with the new small advertising banner along the bottom. It keeps popping open during the game. To sensitive to the heat from the back of my fingers passing over it. ### 2/5 — Suddenly so many ads! *2026-08-10, version 4.1.2* This used to be very relaxing! Now ads pop up every few seconds. So disappointing. Will probably delete now. ### 2/5 — So Many Ads *2026-08-01, version 4.1.2* Not only are there too many ads, they are incredibly long! Not just one ad, multiply it by 3. An ad should be no more than 12 seconds. I’m not watching them anyway, but the time they waste is enough for me to delete the app. ### 2/5 — Advertisements *2026-07-17, version 4.1.2* This is an annoying game with all of the advertisements after completing a game. There are four advertisements after playing each game or level, make it make sense. Yes, I understand that I can pay $3.99 to stop the advertisements, but after winning a game, a persons tempo is slowed down due to each and every game! ### 3/5 — Too many ads *2026-06-30, version 4.1.2* It’s a good game that challenges your mind but there’s too many ads after each game it’s makes the game not enjoyable, unless you are willing to pay for the ads to be removed. ### 2/5 — not true English words *2026-06-22, version 4.1.2* whoever (from Liverpool) is deciding these words, doesn't really know Englishi all that well. A lot of of them are British English, which is fine, but barbell part of a fish? That's not widely known? There are a lot of nonsensical words that aren't a thing. they are not using proper English words. They use a lot of slang, so it can be very difficult for some people to do. ### 2/5 — not true English words *2026-06-19, version 4.1.2* whoever is deciding these words, doesn't really know English all that well. A lot of of them are British English, which is fine, but barbell part of a fish? That's not widely known? There are a lot of nonsensical words that aren't a thing. ### 2/5 — Used to be great *2026-05-31, version 4.1.2* This used to be a great game; i have been playing it for years. However, with the last couple of updates, it has really gone downhill. A lot of the words are misspelled and numerous words are not even in English. Plus, at least half of them have nothing to do with the puzzle topic. I sincerely hope they release an update fixing these issues. ### 3/5 — Keep locking up *2026-05-30, version 4.1.2* Page keeps locking up when I first open it. Closing out the app does not help. Happens on iPhone and iPad. If not for that it would get 5 stars. ### 2/5 — Edited 2026: had to delete *2026-04-12* Edited 2026: with the new update there are pop ups every minute or so. You can close them right away but it’s very tedious. Sad because I liked the new match 3 game. ____________________________ pre2026 update: This has become my favorite word game! I do wish the badge challenges were structured differently though. This should be a daily all day challenge instead of timed like it is now. The way they are structured now if you trigger a badge challenge by playing a game then you have to finish all three levels in a certain time period. Well that means one sitting playing for hours which I just can’t do and I would think many people can’t. Let those of us who can only play a few puzzles at a time have a chance at badges too Update: I noticed the badge challenges are more accessible now so kudos to the game developers! There’s a couple of mildly disturbing things: 1) as this is obviously made by a country that is not the US, This winter season 2021 include native themed teepees and feather headdresses. This is a huge faux pas. Indigenous headdresses are current and culturally specific and not to be copied or used outside of specific ceremonial settings and then only by specific people who have earned and made them. So that was pretty shocking to see. 2)The other is why does the November 2021 bonus theme sun look like a corona virus? It’s pretty funny but still seems in poor taste **Developer response:** Thank you very much for your updated feedback 🙏 We’re truly sorry for the inconvenience caused by the frequent pop-ups. As Word Crush is a free game, these pop-ups help support ongoing development and features. We know they can feel tedious, and we will share your feedback with our team to improve the experience and balance. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the new match-3 gameplay 💛 ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Hangs on opening screen check version *2026-09-01, version 4.2.0* The title says it. Does it on both my a iPad and iPhone and yes I rebooted. I saw there was an update so I did it. Unfortunately problem is not fixed. ### 1/5 — Garbage *2026-08-28, version 4.1.2* Every 2 seconds there is ads So annoying ### 1/5 — Too many ads *2026-06-17, version 4.1.2* More ads than actual game play. Deleted ### 1/5 — Constant freezing *2026-04-11, version 4.0.9* Why does my screen constantly freezes? I have to reboot my phone to get back to playing. This is getting annoying. I am getting frustrated and I don’t know what to do. The Vita Mahjong ad comes on and won’t go away. What is happening? ### 1/5 — Gone from great to gross *2026-03-30, version 4.0.8* I’ve been playing this games for YEARS. The ads are out of control, ruining all enjoyment. You will spend more time dealing with ads than you will actually playing the game. ### 1/5 — Advertising *2026-03-25, version 4.0.7* After playing this game for the last several years I am uninstalling it today due to all the intrusive advertising. The pop up ads have become so bad during a game you can’t even play. ### 1/5 — Ads *2026-03-15, version 4.0.6* Please stop putting ads in while playing the game. So many times an ad pops up as I’m making moves. Please stop! ### 1/5 — Dodgy ads *2026-01-21, version 4.0.0* Too many fake and illegal ads. There is no ‘i’ to report them so I have complained to the ASA. ### 1/5 — Ads *2026-01-11, version 3.9.9* Game is fun but you have way too many ads. It’s very nerve racking! ### 1/5 — Level 763 *2025-12-21, version 3.9.7* Played 763 word puzzles and my brain has enjoyed the challenge except game no. 763. The puzzle was entirely woke and offensive to any Christian. Whoever created the puzzle was intentionally trying to offend religious sentiments. One word was intentionally highlighted green to insure the drama. In most organizations that individual would be fired. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Gott *2026-07-22, version 4.1.2* Gott ### 5/5 — Fun but *2026-07-13, version 4.1.2* Facebook log in doesn’t want to work anymore, that can easily be fixed. All in all a very fun game to play, and it passes the time. I’m glad I don’t have the ads no more! They were so annoying especially all the political ads all in all it was a Satisfied purchase download thins game now and play it before bed. It’ll help you sleep better. ### 5/5 — Fun *2026-06-26, version 4.1.2* This game is a lot of fun. I like how the words flow together. ### 5/5 — Rojita *2026-05-26, version 4.1.2* Love it ### 5/5 — Word crush *2026-04-28, version 4.1.0* I love this game it’s so calming game ### 5/5 — Love this game 🤣‼️‼️ *2026-02-05, version 4.0.2* I love playing this game but I have some suggestions !! PLEASE come up with some new ideas. New Categories and new words !!! Like I said love the game but get tired of the same Categories and the same words !!! PLEASE make it super fun again ‼️ ### 5/5 — Updates *2026-01-23, version 4.0.0* I love the fortune cookie with daily box. Thank you for option of muting the vocal encouragement. It was very annoying, especially when he says “inTredible”. ### 5/5 — Not crossword puzzles *2026-01-21, version 4.0.0* I enjoy these puzzles, but they are not crosswords, they are word search puzzles. Nothing like a crossword puzzle. I don’t know what the other reviewers think they are playing! ### 5/5 — Word crush *2026-01-20, version 4.0.0* It’s a relaxing game to keep the brain thinking ### 5/5 — Awesome *2025-11-23, version 3.9.3* I love it --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-12.*