# Codenames vs Tree(3)

The clearest difference is price: Tree(3) at Free against Codenames's $4.99. Tree(3) also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 66%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Codenames's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 1). On update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Tree(3) is free to download; Codenames costs $4.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tree(3) sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tree(3) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. 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 100% of Tree(3)'s.

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, Tree(3) every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codenames | Tree(3) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tree3/id6796529735/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 66.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | — |
| Size | 221 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) | [Thicket Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758882054) |

## What reviewers say

### Codenames

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

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Paid · Board, #12 Top Paid · Puzzle, #122 Top Paid · Games, #199 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


### Tree(3)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tree3/id6796529735)

This puzzle game challenges you to build sequences of abstract shapes based on a single rule: no earlier shape can be found within a later one. Compete for high scores, solve daily puzzles, and challenge friends in a game inspired by a massive mathematical concept.

**Highlights:** Build unique shape sequences, Solve daily puzzles, Challenge friends, Learn game mechanics, Earn high scores

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| 550 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1,200 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codenames free?

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

### Is Tree(3) free?

Tree(3) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Codenames or Tree(3)?

Tree(3) is rated higher. Codenames averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Tree(3) averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Codenames or Tree(3) have ads?

Tree(3) shows ads; Codenames does not.

### Which is updated more often, Codenames or Tree(3)?

Codenames ships an update fortnightly, and Tree(3) every 2 weeks. Most recently, Codenames was updated on November 2, 2026 and Tree(3) on October 31, 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.*