Comparison

Chicktionary vs Boxbound

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

Head to head
About

Chicktionary

This word game offers multiple modes for spelling practice and English learning. Unscramble words, discover new vocabulary, and utilize special chicken characters to aid your progress. Enjoy endless wordplay with a fresh design and rewarding gameplay.

Highlights
  • Scrambled word puzzles
  • Multiple game modes (Journey, Quick Play, Classic)
  • Special chicken power-ups
  • Learn English while playing
  • Discover additional words
  • New design and animations
Features
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IT'S FINALLY BACK! JOIN MILLIONS OF FANS. DISCOVER THE ENDLESS WORDPLAY OF CHICKTIONARY! Master your skills or learn English in a fun way! Try two fresh ways to enjoy this award-winning word game: JOURNEY across the farm in a spelling adventure, or race the clock in QUICK PLAY. If you’re feeling nostalgic, give CLASSIC mode a try! ************************************************************* – TIME Magazine, Top 25 iPad Apps for Kids ************************************************************* SCRAMBLED WORDS Learn as you play! Hatch new words to complete each puzzle. SPECIAL CHICKENS A cast of eggstra special chickens are here to help you out! Mix and match their powers to rule the roost. ENDLESS WORDPLAY With more words, more puzzle variation, special chickens, and three remastered game modes, Chicktionary will keep you pecking away until the cows come home! FARM FRESH FUN Chicktionary has been refined in every way: from beautiful new design and animations to the eggstra rewards of finding additional words beyond the puzzle. EGGSTRAS: – New and remastered game modes provide endless fun for word puzzle fans. – All of our content is accessible without in-app purchases. You can buy shortcuts or remove the ads, but 100% of the game is available through play alone. – Contact us from within the game if you have any trouble ************************************************************* Questions? Suggestions? Send us a message using the “HELP” button in the Settings menu.

About

Boxbound

Engage in a story-driven endless puzzle game set in a satirical workplace. Solve package-sorting challenges and adapt to dynamic events while a larger narrative unfolds outside. Features endless levels, mini-games, and a compelling, humorous story.

Highlights
  • Endless puzzle gameplay
  • Dynamic events and mini-games
  • Compelling satirical storytelling
  • Competitive leaderboards
  • Relaxing yet intriguing atmosphere
Features
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The world is changing, but you still have to go to work. Step into the satirical world of Boxbound, a story-driven endless puzzle game that blends simplistic puzzle gameplay with a captivating narrative. You work in the warehouse alongside your stressed and overworked co-worker, Peter. Together, you tackle the endless stream of packages, solving day-to-day complications in the workplace while massive events unfold outside. Political upheaval, economic shifts, and a charismatic new leader changing the world — but within the warehouse, the grind never stops. It's not just a puzzle game - you’re diving into an ever-evolving experience. The game offers 9223372036854775807 levels, ensuring endless gameplay that will keep your brain fit for a lifetime (or around four billion lifetimes, to be precise, if you spend one second on each level). But it’s not just about sorting packages. Unexpected challenges and mini-games regularly disrupt your routine, forcing you to adapt and think creatively. Sweep up trash, work in the dark during power outages, or even drive the delivery truck from time to time. The surprises never stop, just like the work. Features: • Endless Puzzle Gameplay: Dive into an infinite supply of challenging levels designed to test your organizational skills and creativity. • Dynamic Events: Encounter unpredictable scenarios that keep gameplay fresh and exciting. • Compelling Storytelling: Experience a twisting, satirical tale of ordinary work-life amidst extraordinary world events. • Competitive Leaderboards: Prove your skills by climbing the ranks and showing off your efficiency. • Relaxing Yet Intriguing Atmosphere: Enjoy a unique blend of soothing puzzle-solving and dark humor. Get Boxbound today to immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind puzzle experience. Whether you’re chasing the top spot on the leaderboard or just looking to unwind, Boxbound will keep you coming back for more.

Screenshots

Chicktionary4 screens
Boxbound4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Boxbound at 4.8 against Chicktionary's 4.2. Boxbound also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Chicktionary's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Chicktionary sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Boxbound sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Boxbound holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 47 and 133 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Chicktionary's written reviews are positive against 75% of Boxbound's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chicktionary ships an update monthly, Boxbound weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 2, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Chicktionary versus Boxbound: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChicktionaryBoxbound
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (47 ratings)4.8 (133 ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.4% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings47133 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size160 MB164 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSMG StudioLinus Lindberg

Customer experience

Chicktionary

All ratings47 ratings
Positive80.9%
Neutral6.4%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral10.5%
Negative21.1%

Boxbound

All ratings133 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.5%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%

Bugs and requests

Chicktionary

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Boxbound

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Crashes after accepting privacy policy

Requested features

2 requests
  • Release the soundtrack
  • Remove political/ideological elements

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Chicktionary

One-time6
  • Chest of Golden Eggs$0.99
  • Classic Mode$1.99
  • Egg Doubler$2.99
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  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Egg Drop$2.99
  • Egg Vault$4.99
4 purchases

Boxbound

One-time4
  • 20 Hint Coins$1.99
  • 50 Hint Coins$3.99
  • Starter Pack$4.99
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  • 500 Hint Coins$19.99

Questions

Is Chicktionary free?
Chicktionary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Boxbound free?
Boxbound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Chicktionary or Boxbound?
Boxbound is rated higher. Chicktionary averages 4.2 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while Boxbound averages 4.8 from 133 ratings.
Do Chicktionary or Boxbound have ads?
Both Chicktionary and Boxbound show ads.
Which is updated more often, Chicktionary or Boxbound?
Chicktionary ships an update monthly, and Boxbound weekly. Most recently, Chicktionary was updated on September 2, 2026 and Boxbound on August 24, 2026.

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