# Codenames vs Ferret Out

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Codenames at 66% against Ferret Out's 0%. Codenames also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.2) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 5). Ferret Out's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Ferret Out is free to download; Codenames costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Codenames holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 5, 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 Ferret Out's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | Ferret Out |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews)** | [1.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ferret-out/id1640326107/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **66.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [R&R Games, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/566358963) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Paid · Board, #9 Top Paid · Puzzle, #94 Top Paid · Games, #154 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:** 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


### Ferret Out

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ferret-out/id1640326107)

A social deduction game where players give one-word clues to identify a hidden "Weasel" among them. The goal is to correctly guess the imposter while keeping your own word secret.

**Highlights:** Secret word identification, One-word clue system, Player deduction, Scoring system, Multiple game modes, Round and point limits

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

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

### Is Ferret Out free?

Ferret Out is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or Ferret Out?

Codenames is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Ferret Out averages 1.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do Codenames or Ferret Out have ads?

Neither Codenames nor Ferret Out 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.*