# Word Social Lite — The online word search game

> Ad-supported multiplayer word search game with Elo rating system. (iPhone/iPad app by Tom Kerrigan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-social-lite/id521488237 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tom Kerrigan](https://appshunter.io/developer/295445504)
- Category: Games, Education, Board, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-05-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-social-lite/id521488237/reviews.md

## What is Word Social Lite?

Now you can play Word Social for FREE with this ad-supported version!

Word Social is an addictive new game for the iPhone and iPad where you search for words in a grid of 4x4 random letters.

It's a social (i.e., party) because everybody who's online plays against each other! Everybody sees the same grid at the same time. At the end of each 2-minute game, you find out how well you did against your competition.

Word Social uses the Elo rating system to mathematically calculate a rating for you based on who you play and how well you do against them (i.e., if you win or lose). Compare ratings with your friends for bragging rights!

Word Social is made by the developer of tChess (the popular chess app) and Learn Chess (the Apple Staff Favorite e-book).

## Key features

- Real-time multiplayer word search
- Shared letter grids
- 2-minute game rounds
- Elo rating system
- Compare ratings with friends
- iPhone and iPad support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-social-lite/id521488237/reviews.md

### 5/5 — MY FAVORITE WORD GAME

*2018-03-31*

I tried many word games. This one is the best. I get tired of all the others. Why isn't it more popular? This is up to us. Let's spread the WORD for Word Social!!!!

### 5/5 — I Love This Game

*2015-11-14*

Fun and fast paced.  Enjoy competing with other players.  Anyone who likes boggle will like this game.  Best word game I have found.  Never a dull moment.

### 5/5 — Review

*2015-11-13*

I love this game !

### 4/5 — Great game

*2015-10-28*

I consider this one of the best wargames available. Among the others would be words with friends and bookworm. Problems have started with OS 9.1. It's not crashing on a regular basis and needs to be fixed. Please fix this Tom...

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2015-10-23*

Needs an update, constant crashes on iOS 9.1

### 5/5 — Best Game!

*2015-08-03*

I don't know why this game isn't more popular. It's the best b0ggle game out there. Play in real time against everyone else who is currently playing - it's awesome! And if you don't want to sign in, you can play as a guest. So simple and fun. Tell your friends!

Hint to the developers: the option of a 5x5 board with a 4-letter minimum would enhance this already awesome app.

### 1/5 — Word social

*2014-08-11*

There is a version you pay for at £2:49. Don't buy it because it claims not to penalise you if your internet connection is slow and your score is not received on time. This is simply not true. You are penalised and it makes rubbish of the game if you are anywhere without a fast internet connection. I feel conned

### 5/5 — Fun

*2013-10-17*

Nice game.  Always works.  A nice mental exercise.

### 5/5 — My word scramble game of choice

*2013-05-30*

Very smooth play. Excellent to be able to see words others are finding.

### 5/5 — Fast and furious, in small bites

*2013-02-02*

Word Social is a great real-time competition game for those who like word finding. Each round is nice and short, so you can still play if you're short on time. I enjoy measuring my word skills against others. The ads don't get in the way of play—I've never accidentally clicked on one like I do in some games.

Just don't expect it to be social in a "social networking" kind of way. You can see the names and scores of other competitors, but there is no message or chat feature. I'm also not sure how Game Center makes it better: I can't find achievements, or challenges, or a leader board. But this isn't a problem with the game—just don't expect the wrong thing because of the title.

## Frequently asked questions about Word Social Lite

### What is Word Social Lite?

Word Social Lite is a free, ad-supported multiplayer word search game for iPhone and iPad. Players compete in real-time to find words in a shared grid.

### How does Word Social Lite work?

Everyone online plays the same 4x4 letter grid simultaneously for 2 minutes. At the end of each round, your performance is compared against other players.

### Does Word Social Lite have ads?

Yes, Word Social Lite is an ad-supported version of the game. Advertisements are present within the application.

### What is the Elo rating system in Word Social Lite?

The Elo rating system is used to mathematically calculate your skill level based on who you play against and your win/loss record. This allows for fair matchmaking and comparison with friends.

### Is Word Social Lite suitable for all ages?

Word Social Lite has an age rating of 4+, making it appropriate for a wide range of players. It focuses on word-finding gameplay.

### Can I play Word Social Lite offline?

Word Social Lite is designed as an online multiplayer game, so an internet connection is required to play against other users.

### How often is Word Social Lite updated?

The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on September 28, 2022. Updates typically address bug fixes and performance improvements.

### What devices support Word Social Lite?

Word Social Lite is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2022-09-28

- Fixed a problem with the sound effects

### 1.0.9 — 2020-12-13

- Updated to support Apple's App Tracking Transparency feature

### 1.0.8 — 2020-10-12

- Updated the code that plays sound effects

### 1.0.7 — 2020-02-06

- Updated metadata.

### 1.0.6 — 2020-01-23

- Added support for all current iOS device screen sizes and shapes (notches, etc.)

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All apps by Tom Kerrigan: https://appshunter.io/developer/295445504

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