# Codenames vs - Turning -

The clearest difference is price: - Turning - at Free against Codenames's $4.99. - Turning - also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 66%) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). Codenames's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 15). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

- Turning - is free to download; Codenames costs $4.99 up front. - Turning - sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Codenames asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Codenames against 4.7 for - Turning -. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Codenames's written reviews are positive against 100% of - Turning -'s.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | - Turning - |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews) | [4.7 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/turning/id1201497179/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 66.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 126 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [Fowers Games Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1131388980) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Paid · Board, #14 Top Paid · Puzzle, #124 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Engage in a strategic word game of deduction and teamwork. Give one-word clues to help your team guess associated words before the opposing team. Enjoy a blend of casual fun and deep thinking with turn-based multiplayer matches.

**Highlights:** Turn-based multiplayer, One-word clue system, Teamwork and deduction, Multiple game modes, Spymaster and Operative roles, Logic and creativity challenges

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and intuitive gameplay
- 🎨 Excellent visual design
- 💰 Good value for money
- 🕹️ Engaging single-player modes
- 🤝 Enjoyable multiplayer experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Long wait times for other players
- 🌐 Connectivity issues and server problems
- 🌍 Cultural differences and language barriers
- 🔒 Restrictive clue-giving rules
- 🤖 Jury system allowing questionable words

**Reported bugs**

- Initial launch with only Czech language support
- Occasional app crashes and server disconnections

**Requested features**

- Add Codenames Duet mode
- Implement AI/bot players for faster games
- Allow custom word packs and themes
- Add a 'speed mode' for faster gameplay
- Improve the jury system to maintain game integrity


### - Turning -

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/turning/id1201497179)

A puzzle game where players strategically place tiles to create chain reactions and clear the board. Unlock new pieces and use special tiles to overcome challenges. Compete for high scores globally.

**Highlights:** Strategic tile placement, Chain reaction mechanics, Unlockable new pieces, Break tile for clearing, Global high score competition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Break Tiles | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Lives | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

Codenames costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is - Turning - free?

- Turning - is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or - Turning -?

Codenames and - Turning - are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.1K and 15 ratings respectively.

### Do Codenames or - Turning - have ads?

Neither Codenames nor - Turning - shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*