Comparison

Taboo vs WordLink

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

Head to head
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

WordLink

Features
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Welcome to a modern and visually stunning word puzzle experience! Challenge your mind and connect letters to uncover hidden words in a beautifully crafted 3D environment. Designed with a sleek, minimalist aesthetic and vibrant glassmorphism visual effects, this game offers a relaxing yet intellectually stimulating environment for puzzle lovers of all ages. How to Play: - Swipe and connect letters to form words. - Fill up the word grid to complete the level. - Enjoy smooth animations and responsive controls as you progress. Features: - Unique 3D and Glassy UI Design: A visually rich puzzle experience unlike any traditional flat word games. - Hundreds of Levels: Ranging from simple starters to mind-bending challenges. - Play at Your Own Pace: No stressful timers or penalties. Perfect for a quick brain workout or long, relaxing sessions. - Fully Offline Supported: Play whenever and wherever you want, without needing an active internet connection. Train your brain, expand your vocabulary, and immerse yourself in the ultimate 3D word puzzle journey today!

Screenshots

Taboo4 screens
WordLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: WordLink at Free against Taboo's $1.99. WordLink also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Taboo's advantage is chart position (#2 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

WordLink is free to download; Taboo costs $1.99 up front. Taboo sells 26 one-off in-app purchases and WordLink 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, WordLink every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Taboo versus WordLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabooWordLink
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.9 (4.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews37.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.7K — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#2 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size272 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarmalade Game Studio LimitedSefa Tahtli

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

WordLink

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

WordLink

One-time1
  • WordLink Premium$12.99

Questions

Is Taboo free?
Taboo costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is WordLink free?
WordLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Taboo or WordLink have ads?
Neither Taboo nor WordLink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Taboo or WordLink?
Taboo ships an update monthly, and WordLink every 9 days. Most recently, Taboo was updated on October 15, 2026 and WordLink on October 9, 2026.

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