# Word Blitz ･ vs Category Game

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Category Game at none against Word Blitz ･'s 15. Category Game also leads on ads (none vs shown). Word Blitz ･'s advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (45K vs 5). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Word Blitz ･ sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Category Game asks for nothing beyond the download.

Word Blitz ･ holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Word Blitz ･ has 45K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Word Blitz ･ | Category Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (45K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-blitz/id1489340645/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/category-game-word-blitz/id6747693370/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **45K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#147** | — |
| Size | 94 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LOTUM one GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/718226138) | [Jennifer Kersh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1781564849) |

## What reviewers say

### Word Blitz ･

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-blitz/id1489340645)

**Currently charting:** #147 Top Grossing · Word, #169 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Challenge friends and players worldwide in this fast-paced word game. Swipe to connect letters and form words against the clock to score points. Compete in leagues and daily challenges to become a word legend.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer challenges, Play against random opponents, Varied word hunts, Daily country-wide competitions, League play, Swipe to connect letters

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Blitz Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Blitz Pass Premium | $12.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 4 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 6 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Challenging and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Great way to keep the mind active
- 💡 Ability to play with friends and random opponents

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent glitches and bugs
- 🔊 Annoying or distracting sound effects
- 💰 Too many ads, lack of ad-free option
- 🤖 Concerns about unfair matchmaking and bot opponents

**Reported bugs**

- Sound randomly stops working
- Scores not updating correctly
- Game freezing or crashing
- Inability to access the game after updates

**Requested features**

- Add single-player mode with unlimited time
- Allow customization of sound effects
- Provide an ad-free paid version
- Improve friend/opponent management and communication


### Category Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/category-game-word-blitz/id6747693370)

A rapid-fire word game where you must quickly list words fitting a given category and starting with a specific letter before time runs out. Enjoy unique themes and a competitive yet pressure-free experience.

**Highlights:** Super-speed rounds, Endless categories, Retro themes, Real-time scoring, Solo-friendly gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Word Blitz ･ free?

Word Blitz ･ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Category Game free?

Category Game is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Word Blitz ･ or Category Game?

Word Blitz ･ is rated higher. Word Blitz ･ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 45K ratings, while Category Game averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do Word Blitz ･ or Category Game have ads?

Word Blitz ･ shows ads; Category Game does not.

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