Cranky Uncle vs gridwits
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Identify rhetorical techniques
- Spot logical fallacies
- Counter science denial arguments
- Build resilience against misinformation
- Learn about climate change denial
- Understand evolution denial tactics
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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.
gridwits
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Train your brain with twelve distinct logic-puzzles in one focused app. PLAY YOUR WAY • Sudoku and Killer Sudoku • Kakuro and Futoshiki • Skyscrapers and Skyscrapers+ • Hitori and Nurikabe • Light Up and Slitherlink • Bridges and Battleship LEARN THE LOGIC Smart Hints explain the next deduction instead of simply giving away an answer. Technique guides help you understand the patterns behind each move. A FRESH CHALLENGE Choose a board size and difficulty, return for the Daily Puzzle, or enter skill-based tournaments where every player receives the same challenge. PLAY SOLO OR TOGETHER Solo puzzles work offline. Optional online features add friends, private-game/tournament code sharing, leaderboards, and tournaments. Blocking, reporting, and in-app account deletion are built in. FAIR AND SIMPLE GridWits has no ads, no in-app purchases, and no cash-value prizes. Coins are earned in the app and cannot be bought, sold, or redeemed.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Cranky Uncle at 11.0 against gridwits's 17.0. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Cranky Uncle | gridwits |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (27 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 27 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Skeptical Science | Jeet Oza |
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
gridwits
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cranky Uncle
No in-app purchases
gridwits
No in-app purchases









