# Codenames vs Postman API

The clearest difference is price: Postman API at Free against Codenames's $4.99. Postman API also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly) and review sentiment (75% vs 66%). Codenames's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 14). On rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Codenames against 4.8 for Postman API. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 14, 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 75% of Postman API's.

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Postman API every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | Postman API |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews) | **[4.8 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postman-api-first-journey/id6470000113/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 66.3% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Ad-supported** |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 207 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [Postdot Technologies, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1702105208) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Paid · Board, #17 Top Paid · Puzzle, #136 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


### Postman API

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postman-api-first-journey/id6470000113)

Navigate a challenging world by dodging obstacles and defeating bugs. Utilize unique powers to advance through levels and reach the API-First World. This game offers an engaging experience focused on strategic movement and combat.

**Highlights:** Avoid obstacles, Destroy bugs, Use Postman powers, Reach API-First World, Strategic movement

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

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

### Is Postman API free?

Postman API is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or Postman API?

Postman API is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Postman API averages 4.8 from 14 ratings.

### Do Codenames or Postman API have ads?

Postman API shows ads; Codenames does not.

### Which is updated more often, Codenames or Postman API?

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and Postman API every 3 days. Most recently, Codenames was updated on September 26, 2026 and Postman API on September 2, 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.*