Comparison

CODENAMES companion vs Candy Splash Match

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CODENAMES companion

This digital assistant enhances the physical board game by generating random key cards and providing an in-game timer. It streamlines setup and offers new grid configurations for a dynamic gameplay experience.

Highlights
  • Random Key Card Generator
  • Customizable Grid Setup
  • In-Game Timer
  • Device Sharing
  • Multi-Device Sync
Features
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This is a companion app, not a standalone game! To use this app, you’ll need a physical copy of Codenames, Codenames: Pictures, or Codenames: Duet. The Codenames Companion app is the official digital assistant for your favorite word association board game. Whether you're playing with friends or family, this app helps streamline your setup and brings new options to set up the grid. Features: Random Key Card Generator Set your preferences and generate unique key cards for every round. No two games will ever be the same! In-Game Timer Add some tension and keep things fast-paced. Set a custom time limit for players’ turns and keep everyone on their toes. Device Sharing or Sync Use one device for both spymasters, or sync across multiple devices using a simple code. Choose your preferred way.

About

Candy Splash Match

Features
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Candy Splash Match is a free match-3 candy puzzle game. Swap candies, clear goals, and climb the candy path. Spin the free energy wheel when you need hearts. No ads. No in-app purchases. Features: • Classic match-3 gameplay • Level map adventure • Free lucky energy wheel • Cute candy visuals

Screenshots

CODENAMES companion4 screens
Candy Splash Match4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Candy Splash Match at 13.0 against CODENAMES companion's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
CODENAMES companion versus Candy Splash Match: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCODENAMES companionCandy Splash Match
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (55 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews49.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings55 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size140 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCGE Digital s.r.o.Afra International Market LLC

In-app purchases

None

CODENAMES companion

No in-app purchases

None

Candy Splash Match

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CODENAMES companion free?
CODENAMES companion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Candy Splash Match free?
Candy Splash Match is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CODENAMES companion or Candy Splash Match have ads?
Neither CODENAMES companion nor Candy Splash Match shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CODENAMES companion or Candy Splash Match?
CODENAMES companion ships an update every 2 months, and Candy Splash Match every 2 months. Most recently, CODENAMES companion was updated on November 2, 2026 and Candy Splash Match on October 31, 2026.

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