Comparison

Taboo vs Caveman Codewords

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

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About

Taboo

A word-guessing party game where teams compete to describe words without using forbidden terms. Play remotely with friends via video chat and customize game settings for endless fun.

Highlights
  • Video chat integration
  • Team-based word guessing
  • Customizable game settings
  • Ad-free gameplay
  • Multiple language support
  • Themed card decks
Features
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Can you describe an APPLE without using the words RED, FRUIT, PIE, CIDER or CORE? Taboo is the ultimate brain-teasing, word-twisting adult party game. Play with video chat and throw a house party on your phone! Split into two teams and take it in turns to describe the words on the cards. Your team has to guess as many as possible before the timer runs out. If you use a taboo word by mistake, the other team will buzz and you’ll lose a point. Think fast and talk your way to victory! HOW TO PLAY TABOO: 1. Start a game and invite your friends. 2. Split into two teams and name your team. 3. The app chooses a Clue-giver for each team. Each team then takes their turn! 4. The Clue-giver draws a card. The Clue-giver must describe the word without saying any of the words on the card. 5. Team B will buzz if the Clue-giver says a taboo word! 6. Your team must guess as many words as possible before the time runs out. FEATURES - FULLY CUSTOMISABLE – Decide the number of players, rounds, how many turns per round and how many skips are allowed. - AD-FREE GAME – Have fun with zero ads to distract you. - COMPLETE STARTER CARD DECK – Includes cards from the original game. Expand your game further with additional themed decks! - FULLY TRANSLATED – Available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Turkish, Greek, Polish and Hindi. Get the perfect party game on your mobile now!

About

Caveman Codewords

Features
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Welcome to Caveman Codewords! Journey back to the Stone Age in this hilarious word-guessing game that will have your tribe roaring with laughter! What's the Game? Caveman Codewords challenges you to describe any word using only single-syllable "caveman speak." Can you make your tribe understand complex ideas with the simplest grunts? Key Features: • Primal Rules: Use one-syllable words to explain the secret codeword • Tribal Fun: Play with friends and family for maximum hilarity • Brain Stretch: Flex your vocabulary and creative thinking muscles • Stone Age Style: Enjoy charming prehistoric-themed graphics • Endless Discoveries: Thousands of words to decipher How to Play: 1. Gather your cave clan (friends and family) 2. Take turns as the "Tale Bringer" (the one describing) 3. Use only simple grunts (one-syllable words) to describe the secret word 4. Watch your tribemates scratch their heads as they try to guess 5. Dodge the Tribe Elder's club if you use big words! Perfect for parties, family game nights, or any time you want to embrace your inner caveman while playing a word game! Why You'll Love It: • Easy to learn, hilariously hard to master • Brings people together with shared laughter and head-scratching moments • Sharpens communication and creative problem-solving skills • Fun for all ages - from young cave-kids to wise mammoths! Download Caveman Codewords now and start your prehistoric word adventure! Unga bunga!

Screenshots

Taboo4 screens
Caveman Codewords4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Caveman Codewords at Free against Taboo's $1.99. Caveman Codewords also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Taboo's advantage is chart position (#3 vs unranked). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Caveman Codewords is free to download; Taboo costs $1.99 up front. Taboo sells 26 one-off in-app purchases and Caveman Codewords sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Taboo ships an update monthly, Caveman Codewords every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Taboo versus Caveman Codewords: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabooCaveman Codewords
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (4.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.7K — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#3 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size272 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarmalade Game Studio LimitedJost Karlin

Bugs and requests

Taboo

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Game stopped in the middle to ask for payment
  • Video chat feature not working
  • App not optimized for high refresh rate displays

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more cards in the base version
  • Allow customization of game rules
  • Implement a stats/history section
  • Support more than 2 teams

Caveman Codewords

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

26 purchases

Taboo

One-time26
  • Holiday Thanksgiving Pack$0.99
  • Fun & Games Sports Mix 3 Pack$0.99
  • Holiday Halloween Pack$0.99
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  • Fun & Games Sports Mix Pack 1$0.99
  • Surprise Pack 2$1.99
  • Festive Fun$1.99
  • Fun & Games Games Mix Pack 1$1.99
  • Fun & Games Sports Mix Pack 2$1.99
  • Holiday Christmas Pack$1.99
  • Mystery Mix Pack 1$1.99
  • Generations Gen Z Pack$1.99
  • Holiday Christmas Pack 2$1.99
  • Into the wild$2.99
  • Surprise Pack 1$2.99
  • Food and Nature Bundle$2.99
  • Sports and Celebrity Bundle$2.99
  • Unlock Taboo Premium$2.99
  • Midnight Mix Pack 1$2.99
  • Midnight Night Out Pack$2.99
  • Midnight Bedroom Pack$2.99
  • Ready to Roast$6.49
  • Celebrity Deck$6.49
  • Sports and Games Pack$7.99
  • Welcome Offer$9.99
  • Midnight Deck$9.99
  • Word Bonanza Bundle$19.99
1 purchases

Caveman Codewords

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$1.99

Questions

Is Taboo free?
Taboo costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Caveman Codewords free?
Caveman Codewords is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Taboo or Caveman Codewords have ads?
Neither Taboo nor Caveman Codewords shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Taboo or Caveman Codewords?
Taboo ships an update monthly, and Caveman Codewords every 2 days. Most recently, Taboo was updated on September 29, 2026 and Caveman Codewords on September 14, 2026.

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