# Crossword+ vs Crossword ·

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Crossword+ at 83% against Crossword ·'s 0%. Crossword+ also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). Crossword ·'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Crossword+ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Crossword · sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Crossword+ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Crossword+ has 11K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Crossword+'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Crossword ·'s.

Crossword+ ships an update every 10 days, Crossword · every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crossword+ | Crossword · |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-plus/id1330947092/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword/id1470131814/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **82.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#94** | — |
| Size | 49 MB | 179 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PuzzleStar Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/603054453) | [Word Search Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1357352040) |

## What reviewers say

### Crossword+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-plus/id1330947092)

**Currently charting:** #94 Top Grossing · Word, #192 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Start your day with two new themed crossword puzzles daily, ranging from classic literature to movie magic. Enjoy a satisfying yet gentle challenge, with helpful hints and auto-check features. Solve puzzles offline and adjust text size for a comfortable, ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** Two new themed puzzles daily, Over 3,000 puzzles in archive, Helpful hints and AutoCheck, Offline play supported, Ad-free experience, Adjustable text size

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $7.49 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $37.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $37.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Brain-stimulating puzzles
- 🎯 Variety of themes and difficulty levels
- ✨ Enjoyable and challenging experience
- 🧠 Helps keep the mind active
- 🕰️ Daily puzzles provide a routine activity

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive
- 🐛 Occasional errors in puzzle clues or answers
- 🤔 Some puzzles may be too difficult for casual users
- 🕰️ Limited number of free puzzles per month

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing or crashing issues for some users
- Subscription not always working as expected

**Requested features**

- Search function to find puzzles by topic
- More difficulty levels to cater to all skill levels
- Ability to track progress and stats over time


### Crossword ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword/id1470131814)

Engage your mind with daily crossword puzzles designed for adults. Learn new words, expand your vocabulary, and enjoy unlimited word games at your own pace. Hints are available to assist you through challenging levels.

**Highlights:** AI-curated crossword levels, Derive missing words from clues, Unlimited word games, Play at your own pace, Hints available, Offline mode

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 550 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2600 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 7500 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crossword+ free?

Crossword+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Crossword · free?

Crossword · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Crossword+ or Crossword ·?

Crossword+ is rated higher. Crossword+ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Crossword · averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Crossword+ or Crossword · have ads?

Crossword · shows ads; Crossword+ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Crossword+ or Crossword ·?

Crossword+ ships an update every 10 days, and Crossword · every 9 months. Most recently, Crossword+ was updated on September 26, 2026 and Crossword · on September 3, 2026.

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