# Codenames vs Vienna Connection

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Codenames at 66% against Vienna Connection's 0%. Codenames also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 1). Vienna Connection's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Vienna Connection is free to download; Codenames costs $4.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Vienna Connection asks for nothing beyond the download.

Codenames holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Codenames's written reviews are positive against 0% of Vienna Connection's.

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Vienna Connection every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | Vienna Connection |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vienna-connection/id1571285018/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **66.3% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 115 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [Portal Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1251884458) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Paid · Puzzle, #12 Top Paid · Board, #103 Top Paid · Games, #159 Top Paid (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


### Vienna Connection

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vienna-connection/id1571285018)

This app serves as a digital companion for a spy-themed board game set during the Cold War. It allows players to select and play missions directly on their mobile device, featuring puzzles, solutions, and a final report section.

**Highlights:** Digital board game companion, Mission selection, In-app puzzles, Solutions access, Final report section, Spy-themed gameplay

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

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

### Is Vienna Connection free?

Vienna Connection is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or Vienna Connection?

Codenames is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Vienna Connection averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Codenames or Vienna Connection have ads?

Neither Codenames nor Vienna Connection shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Codenames or Vienna Connection?

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and Vienna Connection every 2 weeks. Most recently, Codenames was updated on October 18, 2026 and Vienna Connection on October 8, 2026.

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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.*