# Puzzle IO vs Mots Croisés Classiques

The clearest difference is rating: Puzzle IO at 4.6 against Mots Croisés Classiques's 3.8. Puzzle IO also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 50%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). Mots Croisés Classiques's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Puzzle IO sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Mots Croisés Classiques sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Puzzle IO holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Puzzle IO has 362 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Puzzle IO's written reviews are positive against 50% of Mots Croisés Classiques's.

Puzzle IO ships an update every 3 weeks, Mots Croisés Classiques every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Puzzle IO | Mots Croisés Classiques |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (362 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puzzle-io-binary-sudoku/id1145765167/reviews)** | [3.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mots-croises-classiques/id1210494247/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **362** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **74.3% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 107 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [99 Up Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/567396068) | [NORMAND MARTIN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1087151565) |

## What reviewers say

### Puzzle IO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puzzle-io-binary-sudoku/id1145765167)

Experience a modern, fast-paced logic puzzle game based on binary Sudoku. Fill grids with 0s and 1s following specific rules, earn bonuses with a smart point system, and compete globally. Offers endless challenges across six difficulty levels.

**Highlights:** Fill 10x10 grids with 0s and 1s, Equal 0s and 1s per row/column, No three identical numbers in a row, Smart point system with bonuses, Time-based multipliers for higher scores, Game Center support and global leaderboards, Six difficulty levels, Unlimited unique puzzles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple mechanics
- 👍 Easy to play one-handed
- 👍 Different difficulty modes
- 👍 Guess function if you're not sure of your options
- 👍 Fun and requires the right level of brain power while not being too difficult

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Hint function is not very useful
- 🐛 'Watch video' for hints doesn't work on the paid ad-free version
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💸 Too many ads and long ad breaks
- 🐛 Incorrect error detection on completed rows/columns

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect error detection on completed rows/columns
- Frequent crashes and bugs
- Game sometimes freezes or becomes unresponsive
- Ads not loading properly, preventing gameplay

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Better hint system that explains the logic
- Option to turn off row/column completion notifications
- More challenging puzzle levels
- Ability to create and save custom puzzles


### Mots Croisés Classiques

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mots-croises-classiques/id1210494247)

Enjoy classic crossword puzzles on your mobile device with this intuitive app. It offers a clear interface, multiple difficulty levels, and offline play, making it perfect for word game enthusiasts on the go.

**Highlights:** 220 crossword puzzles, Four difficulty levels, 20 free grids to start, Clear, fluid interface, Offline play supported, Reset and restart grids

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grilles 21 a 30 E | $0.99 | one-time |
| Grille 41 à 50 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 31 a 40 E | $0.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 11 a 20 D | $0.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 1 à 10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 11 à 20 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 21 à 30 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 31 à 40 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 1 à 10 D | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 41 a 50 D | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 1 a 10 E | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 11 a 20 E | $1.99 | one-time |
| Grilles 41 a 50 E | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Puzzle IO free?

Puzzle IO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mots Croisés Classiques free?

Mots Croisés Classiques is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Puzzle IO or Mots Croisés Classiques?

Puzzle IO is rated higher. Puzzle IO averages 4.6 out of 5 from 362 ratings, while Mots Croisés Classiques averages 3.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do Puzzle IO or Mots Croisés Classiques have ads?

Puzzle IO shows ads; Mots Croisés Classiques does not.

### Which is updated more often, Puzzle IO or Mots Croisés Classiques?

Puzzle IO ships an update every 3 weeks, and Mots Croisés Classiques every 3 months. Most recently, Puzzle IO was updated on October 29, 2026 and Mots Croisés Classiques on October 29, 2026.

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