# Wordathlon: The Anagram Puzzle — Minimalist Brain Training

> Anagram word puzzle game with 4-word crosswords and hints. (iPhone/iPad app by Stefanos Katsaros.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordathlon-the-anagram-puzzle/id1616828615 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stefanos Katsaros](https://appshunter.io/developer/1502816274)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,044 App Store ratings · 107 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 113 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-04-21
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordathlon-the-anagram-puzzle/id1616828615/reviews.md

## What is Wordathlon?

Put your vocabulary to the test with Wordathlon! Each crossword has 4 words. Each word has 5 letters. A square-shaped crossword puzzle that encloses the letters to solve it.

DESCRIPTION: A challenging anagram game, in which you are given up to nine letters to form four 5-letter words. The more words you manage to form, the better you'll progress!

HINTS: Don’t worry if you need a hand, you can always reveal letters using hints. The best thing is that if you find words that aren’t part of the crossword, letters are revealed. In other words, smart minds are rewarded!

WEEKLY CROSSWORDS: Enjoy thousands of anagram puzzles, with new levels being added every week!

OFFLINE & FREE: Exercise your brain anywhere! Access free word puzzles on your mobile or tablet! Download the vocabulary building app and solve hundreds of word puzzles offline on the subway, train your mind on your break during work, or expand your vocabulary in bed after a long day! Play offline for as long as you want, your crossword game progress is always saved automatically!

THE WORDATHLON EXPERIENCE
- A new crossword experience
- Thousands of unique crossword games
- Puzzles that improve your vocabulary
- The perfect game for word-lovers
- Boost your brain and improve your memory
- 4-word anagram puzzles
- Abundant hints & unique reward hints for word masters
- A great vocabulary builder app
- A word game like Wordle but more challenging
- A word puzzle that exercises your mind

Finally an original word puzzle game that will accompany you for many months to come!

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==== WARNING ====

Wordathlon is an app developed by word-lovers. Be ready to learn some new words and to actually expand your vocabulary. 

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## Key features

- 4-word anagram puzzles
- 5-letter word formation
- Hint system with rewards
- Weekly new crosswords
- Offline play
- Vocabulary building

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $44.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| Mini Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads Special | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Wordathlon?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Relaxing game
- 👍 Engaging and works the brain
- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Challenging but enjoyable
- 👍 Fun and unique word game
- 👍 Intellectual stimulation
- 👍 Addictive and enjoyable
- 👍 Easy to learn
- 👍 Supports brain usage

**Cons**

- 🔍 Too many obscure words
- 🔍 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- 🔍 Ads take longer than gameplay
- 🐛 Paid version still has ads
- 🔍 Misleading progress indicators

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Paid version still shows ads
- Some proper nouns incorrectly accepted as valid words

**Most requested features**

- Clear button to reset selected letters
- Improve word selection algorithm to be more accessible

## Recent user reviews (10 of 107)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordathlon-the-anagram-puzzle/id1616828615/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The perfect puzzle game

*2026-08-24, version 1.809*

This is my new favorite word game. No timers, no lives, no unnecessary competitive elements. It helps me as a writer too, because it challenges my vocabulary and teaches me new words. The game design is sleek and the ads aren’t overwhelming. I can’t get enough!

### 5/5 — Yay

*2026-08-23, version 1.809*

Woohoo

### 5/5 — Fun

*2026-08-12, version 1.809*

Very good, lots of ads tho

### 5/5 — Wordathlon

*2026-07-31, version 1.809*

Great game

### 5/5 — Nice game

*2026-07-07, version 1.808*

Nice game to spend my travel time

### 5/5 — My review

*2026-07-07, version 1.808*

Great game keeps my brain on high thinking levels

### 1/5 — SCAM***

*2026-06-18, version 1.808*

I bought the 100 plays for $4 and there are still ads. I'll be reporting this app.

### 5/5 — Brain train

*2026-06-15, version 1.808*

Definitely a brain trainer the further you get. Great for the kids to, to help with their spelling.

### 5/5 — Very fun…and challenging!

*2026-06-10, version 1.808*

I’ve played a ton of word games and they’re all alike. This game is a new style, easy rules, fun and challenging!

### 5/5 — Fun and rewarding

*2026-06-08, version 1.808*

What a refreshing game. This is my favorite word game so far! Simple, but challenging, and not trying to sell you something all the time!

## Frequently asked questions about Wordathlon

### What is Wordathlon?

Wordathlon is a challenging anagram puzzle game. You are given a set of letters to form four 5-letter words within a square crossword grid. The game is designed to test and expand your vocabulary.

### How does the hint system work?

If you need assistance, you can reveal letters using hints. The game also offers unique reward hints for finding words that are not part of the main crossword, rewarding smart thinking.

### Can I play Wordathlon offline?

Yes, the app is completely free to play offline. You can exercise your brain and solve word puzzles on your mobile or tablet without an internet connection, and your progress is always saved automatically.

### Is Wordathlon free to download and play?

Yes, Wordathlon is free to download and play. It offers free word puzzles and can be played offline. The app does include ads and offers in-app purchases.

### What makes this word game different from others?

This app offers an original crossword experience with 4-word anagram puzzles, making it more challenging than some other word games. It focuses on vocabulary expansion and brain exercise, with new puzzles added weekly.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.809 — 2026-07-14

Minor fixes and performance improvements to keep everything running smoothly.

### 1.808 — 2026-06-03

Minor fixes and performance improvements to keep everything running smoothly.

### 1.806 — 2026-05-21

Minor fixes and performance improvements to keep everything running smoothly.

### 1.805 — 2026-05-15

Minor fixes and performance improvements to keep everything running smoothly.

### 1.804 — 2026-05-07

Minor fixes and performance improvements to keep everything running smoothly.

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*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 2026-09-03.*