# Codenames vs BATTLESHIP

The clearest difference is rating: Codenames at 4.7 against BATTLESHIP's 4.2. Codenames also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 34%). BATTLESHIP's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Codenames costs $4.99 and BATTLESHIP $2.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BATTLESHIP sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Codenames holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.1K and 2.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Codenames's written reviews are positive against 34% of BATTLESHIP's.

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, BATTLESHIP every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | BATTLESHIP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews)** | [4.2 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battleship/id1336026283/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **2.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **66.3% of reviews** | 34.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#16** | #32 |
| Size | 221 MB | 370 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [Marmalade Game Studio Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/988365603) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Paid · Board, #25 Top Paid · Puzzle, #177 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 (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Krycí jména: Duet | $4.99 | one-time |

**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


### BATTLESHIP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/battleship/id1336026283)

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Paid · Board, #109 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Experience the classic naval combat board game on your mobile device. Engage in head-to-head battles in traditional mode or try the new tactical Commanders Mode with unique abilities and strategic gameplay. Challenge AI or players worldwide to become the ultimate fleet commander.

**Highlights:** Classic board game conversion, Head-to-head naval combat, Tactical Commanders Mode, Unique commander abilities, Single-player AI battles, Global multiplayer challenges, Mission and ranking system

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Strait of Gibraltar | $2.99 | one-time |
| Baltic Sea | $2.99 | one-time |
| Colossus Bay | $2.99 | one-time |
| White Cliffs of Dover | $2.99 | one-time |
| Astrid Stormur | $3.99 | one-time |
| Frédéric Potier | $3.99 | one-time |
| Euryleia | $3.99 | one-time |
| Sir Phillip Wade | $3.99 | one-time |
| Queens of the Seas Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Super Collection | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast-paced gameplay
- ⚔️ Engaging commander mode
- 🎨 Great graphics and visuals
- 🕹️ Classic Battleship experience
- 🤝 Multiplayer with friends

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnects and crashes in multiplayer
- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases for content
- 🤖 AI opponents that appear to cheat
- 🔒 Inability to change player name
- 🚫 Lack of female character options

**Reported bugs**

- Multiplayer games randomly taken over by AI
- Challenges not tracking progress correctly
- Inability to reconnect to interrupted online games
- Crashes and freezes on certain device models

**Requested features**

- Pass and play mode for local multiplayer
- Option to disable animations and speed up gameplay
- Ability to view opponent's board after a match
- More diverse character selection, including female options
- Improved AI difficulty settings and behavior


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

Codenames costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is BATTLESHIP free?

BATTLESHIP costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or BATTLESHIP?

Codenames is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while BATTLESHIP averages 4.2 from 2.6K ratings.

### Do Codenames or BATTLESHIP have ads?

Neither Codenames nor BATTLESHIP shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Codenames or BATTLESHIP?

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and BATTLESHIP every 3 weeks. Most recently, Codenames was updated on November 2, 2026 and BATTLESHIP on November 2, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Codenames or BATTLESHIP?

Codenames currently peaks at #16 in the App Store charts, and BATTLESHIP at #32. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*