Comparison

Cranky Uncle vs UntangleAway

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

Head to head
About

Cranky Uncle

Learn to identify and counter common arguments and conspiracy theories used to deny science. By understanding the tactics of misinformation, you can become more resilient against false claims about topics like climate change, evolution, and vaccination.

Highlights
  • Identify rhetorical techniques
  • Spot logical fallacies
  • Counter science denial arguments
  • Build resilience against misinformation
  • Learn about climate change denial
  • Understand evolution denial tactics
Features
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We all have a cranky uncle who thinks he knows better than the world’s scientists. But how do you make sense of his arguments and conspiracy theories? The way to understand your cranky uncle is to become a cranky uncle! If you’re going to spot someone cheating at cards, first you have to learn how to cheat at cards. In this game, Cranky Uncle teaches you the rhetorical techniques and logical fallacies he uses to deny science. Climate change, evolution, vaccination, a round Earth - he’s never met a science he wouldn’t deny! The deeper you get into the game, the more resilient you become against misinformation.

About

UntangleAway

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Untangle your mind in this relaxing brain teaser! Welcome to Untangle Away — a satisfying mini puzzle game that challenges you to sort, connect, and untangle glowing lines. Each level is a new brain workout designed to test your logic and focus. Drag, move, and free the tangled lines to restore perfect harmony. With minimal ads, clean visuals, and endless levels, it’s the perfect coffee-break mini game that keeps your brain sharp and stress low. -Addictive Brain Teaser: Simple to learn, hard to master. -Untangle & Sort Lines: A clever mix of sorting game and untangle puzzle. -Minimal Ads, Maximum Fun: Quick sessions without interruptions. -Progressive Challenge: Each level grows your focus and spatial logic. -Relaxing Visuals & Sound: Calm, minimal design to boost your mood. -Mini Puzzle Perfection: Ideal for 5-minute breaks or long play sessions.

Screenshots

Cranky Uncle4 screens
UntangleAway3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cranky Uncle at none against UntangleAway's shown. Cranky Uncle also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). UntangleAway's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cranky Uncle ships an update every 4 months, UntangleAway monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cranky Uncle versus UntangleAway: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCranky UncleUntangleAway
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews38.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB102 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSkeptical ScienceBarbara Reyes Talavera

Bugs and requests

Cranky Uncle

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App stuck on start/loading screen
  • Blank screens after sign-in
  • Quizzes not loading
  • Dialogue boxes not fitting on screen
  • App crashes on submit
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  • Progress not updating
  • Learn more button loops back
  • App glitches and runs Bitcoin (user claim)
  • Half screen blank
  • Login process problematic

Requested features

6 requests
  • More polish and refinement
  • More levels and content
  • International users need familiar references
  • Reconsider encouraging quick answers for points
  • Add dark mode option
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  • Improve punctuation and text display

UntangleAway

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Cranky Uncle

No in-app purchases

None

UntangleAway

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cranky Uncle free?
Cranky Uncle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is UntangleAway free?
UntangleAway is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cranky Uncle or UntangleAway have ads?
UntangleAway shows ads; Cranky Uncle does not.
Which is updated more often, Cranky Uncle or UntangleAway?
Cranky Uncle ships an update every 4 months, and UntangleAway monthly. Most recently, Cranky Uncle was updated on October 24, 2026 and UntangleAway on October 25, 2026.

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