# Codenames vs Everdell

Codenames and Everdell both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 76% of Everdell's written reviews are positive against 66% of Codenames's. Codenames's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $5.99). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Codenames costs $4.99 and Everdell $5.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Everdell sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Codenames against 4.8 for Everdell. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 2.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Codenames's written reviews are positive against 76% of Everdell's.

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Everdell every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | Everdell |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $5.99 |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames-word-board-game/id1055650930/reviews) | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everdell/id1580626436/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.2K | **2.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.0% of reviews | **76.1% 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 | **#13** | #21 |
| Size | 221 MB | 384 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [Dire Wolf Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/815343758) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Paid · Board, #16 Top Paid · Puzzle, #134 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


### Everdell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/everdell/id1580626436)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Paid · Card, #30 Top Paid · Board (US App Store)

Build a fantastical city by gathering resources, constructing buildings, and recruiting critters. Compete against others or AI in this strategic card-based city-building game adapted from a popular board game. The player with the highest-scoring city after four seasons wins.

**Highlights:** Worker placement for resource gathering, Strategic card play for city building, Build Constructions and recruit Critters, Cross-platform multiplayer, AI play and Solo Challenges, Four-season game progression

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Glimmergold | $5.99 | one-time |
| Bellfaire | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth and seamless gameplay
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and animations
- 🎶 Soothing soundtrack
- 🕹️ Faithful digital adaptation of the board game
- 🏆 Challenging and enjoyable solo challenges

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 📱 Small text and UI elements on mobile devices
- 🔙 Lack of undo/cancel functionality
- 🤖 AI opponent issues (e.g., auto-regenerating critters)

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to play certain cards or use locations
- Game freezes or crashes during online play
- Incorrect scoring or card interactions
- Placement issues with workers and cards

**Requested features**

- Add support for expansions and additional content
- Allow players to choose their character/critter
- Implement a confirm/undo button for actions
- Improve zoom and readability on smaller screens
- Add push notifications for online games


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

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

### Is Everdell free?

Everdell costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

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

Everdell is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Everdell averages 4.8 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do Codenames or Everdell have ads?

Neither Codenames nor Everdell shows ads.

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

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and Everdell every 3 weeks. Most recently, Codenames was updated on November 13, 2026 and Everdell on November 14, 2026.

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

Codenames currently peaks at #13 in the App Store charts, and Everdell at #21. 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.*