Comparison

The Editor Cryptograms vs Crypto

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The Editor Cryptograms

Engage your logic and deduction skills in this encrypted phrase game. Decipher coded messages by identifying letter substitutions. Utilize helpful hints and statistical tools to crack challenging puzzles.

Highlights
  • Encrypted phrase puzzles
  • Letter substitution deciphering
  • Hint system for assistance
  • Letter frequency analysis
  • Bigram and trigram tools
  • Multiple puzzle packs
Features
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Figure out the code in this fun logic game. A phrase is given to you that is encrypted. Each letter corresponds to a different letter. In the beginning an "A" may stand for a "G." Later on down the line, you may find this is not the case. Use hints if ever you need a little help. Each hint will reveal a set of vowels within the puzzle. If you're stuck, view the letter frequencies, bigrams, and trigrams within the phrase to solve the puzzle. The Editor will have you tinkering with the letters until you get the right word, then ultimately the correct phrase. Test your logic and deduction skills along the way. The Editor is easy to grasp but hard to let down. Highly recommended for fans of Spy Words, Crosswords, Cryptoglyphic, Enscripted, Cryptoquiz, and Cryptoquote! The Editor Features: - An easy to understand interface - The ability to change single letters and restart puzzles - Hints for you to tackle difficult phrases - Bigrams, trigrams, and letter frequencies to help solve the puzzles - Multiple puzzle packs filled with a variety of challenging codes for you to solve

About

Crypto

Features
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Crypto Quotes is the ultimate brain training and reasoning app featuring cryptoquote puzzles using famous inspirational quotes. Decode the hidden quotes using logic and pattern finding. Key Features: • Daily cryptoquotes using inspirational quotes • Additional unlimited random cryptoquotes • Hints available • Train reasoning skills from anywhere • No internet required after downloading Crypto Quotes provides an addictive mental workout. The elegant cryptogram puzzles flex your decryption abilities and vocabulary in a fun way. Unlock the mind of a codebreaker! Whether you have 5 minutes waiting in line or an hour to immerse yourself, Crypto Quotes supplies endless cryptoquote entertainment. Challenge your brain and unlock the secrets of coded quotes across many genres. Stay sharp and entertained with the app that delivers bitesize mental workouts. Download Crypto Quotes today!

Screenshots

The Editor Cryptograms4 screens
Crypto1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crypto at none against The Editor Cryptograms's 10. The Editor Cryptograms's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The Editor Cryptograms sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Crypto asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Editor Cryptograms ships an update every 17 months, Crypto every 29 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
The Editor Cryptograms versus Crypto: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Editor CryptogramsCrypto
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (445 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings445 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 17 months — betterEvery 29 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAllen TomBear and Rye, LLC

Bugs and requests

The Editor Cryptograms

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Paid version still shows ads
  • Levels remain locked after purchase

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic letter selection
  • Reveal answer option
  • Puns/quotes instead of just quotes
  • Source of quotes provided

Crypto

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

The Editor Cryptograms

One-time10
  • 250 Hints$0.99
  • The Great Outdoors - 50 puzzles$0.99
  • The Jobs Report - 50 puzzles$0.99
Show 7 more
  • This Week in Entertainment - 50 puzzles$0.99
  • Delicious Eats - 50 puzzles$0.99
  • Around the World$0.99
  • Relations 101 - 50 puzzles$0.99
  • The Funnies - 50 puzzles$0.99
  • It's a Wild World - 50 puzzles$0.99
  • Full Version$1.99
None

Crypto

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Editor Cryptograms free?
The Editor Cryptograms is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Crypto free?
Crypto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The Editor Cryptograms or Crypto have ads?
Crypto shows ads; The Editor Cryptograms does not.
Which is updated more often, The Editor Cryptograms or Crypto?
The Editor Cryptograms ships an update every 17 months, and Crypto every 29 months. Most recently, The Editor Cryptograms was updated on September 30, 2026 and Crypto on September 11, 2026.

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