# Codenames vs Split Even

The clearest difference is price: Split Even at Free against Codenames's $4.99. Codenames's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and chart position (#13 vs unranked). On update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Split Even every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | Split Even |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | **#13** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [Vincent Pommaz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782692821) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #13 Top Paid · Board, #15 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:** 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


### Split Even

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-even-cut-and-solve/id6762077207)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

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

### Is Split Even free?

Split Even is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Codenames or Split Even have ads?

Neither Codenames nor Split Even shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Codenames or Split Even?

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and Split Even every 3 weeks. Most recently, Codenames was updated on October 12, 2026 and Split Even on October 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.*