Comparison

Last Layer vs Cryptarithmetic

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

Head to head
About

Last Layer

This app provides a comprehensive reference for practicing CFOP algorithms to solve speed cubes. It includes tools for learning and testing patterns, a scramble generator, and a timer with note-taking capabilities. Favorites and edits sync across devices via iCloud.

Highlights
  • CFOP algorithm reference
  • Pattern editing
  • Favorite patterns
  • 25-move scramble generator
  • Solve timer with notes
  • iCloud sync
  • Dark mode
Features
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Clean and simple reference app for practicing CFOP patterns for solving your speed cube. Easily and quickly access the prime tools needed when practicing and learning new patterns. Features include: • Test your knowledge and practice the moves you know • Full OLL and PLL patterns • Pattern editing! Change the pattern text to anything you want. • Favorite the patterns you are currently learning. • Randomly generated 25 move scramble • Timer results include the scramble and the ability to add notes. • Native iPad support • iCloud support. Favorites, pattern edits, and solve times will sync between devices • Automatic dark mode. Amazing tool to learn the OLL and PLL patterns of the CFOP method. We take privacy very seriously, we do not collect any Personably Identifiable Information, not even location. All our metrics are anonymous and only track feature usage so we can determine which features are popular(or not), so we can spend more time focusing on the right areas.

About

Cryptarithmetic

Features
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Cryptarithms — crack the code of numbers What if the digits in mathematical equations were replaced with letters? Your task is to figure out which digit is hidden behind each letter. Sounds simple? Give it a try. How it works You are given an equation like “COT + COT = DOMA”. Each letter represents a unique digit from 0 to 9. Find all the matches so that the math works out. One letter — one digit. No randomness, just logic. Five game modes Classic — solve at your own pace with no time limits Timed — race against the clock for adrenaline lovers Zen — no scores or rankings, just pure enjoyment of the process Daily puzzle — one unique challenge every 24 hours Tournament — five puzzles in a row, total score, a true test Four difficulty levels From simple two-digit equations for beginners to multi-layered challenges with 10 unique variables for true mathematical detectives. Progression system Earn points and experience for every solution. Rise from Beginner to Immortal through 10 mastery levels. Unlock 25 achievements — from your first solution to marathon win streaks. Hints without pressure Stuck? Spend points on a hint — one letter will be revealed. In Zen mode, hints are always free. Don’t want to spend points — watch a short ad. Thoughtful details — Dark and light themes that follow system settings — Daily reminders (customizable) — Detailed statistics: best streaks, average time, breakdown by difficulty — Supports addition, subtraction, and multiplication — Endless generation of unique puzzles Cryptarithms have existed since the early 20th century and remain one of the most elegant forms of mathematical puzzles. Now in your pocket. Train your mind. Every day.

Screenshots

Last Layer4 screens
Cryptarithmetic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cryptarithmetic at every 9 days against Last Layer's every 3 weeks. Last Layer's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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

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

Last Layer ships an update every 3 weeks, Cryptarithmetic every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Last Layer versus Cryptarithmetic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLast LayerCryptarithmetic
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrandon HarrisAleksandr Govorukhin

In-app purchases

None

Last Layer

No in-app purchases

None

Cryptarithmetic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Last Layer free?
Last Layer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cryptarithmetic free?
Cryptarithmetic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Last Layer or Cryptarithmetic have ads?
Neither Last Layer nor Cryptarithmetic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Last Layer or Cryptarithmetic?
Last Layer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cryptarithmetic every 9 days. Most recently, Last Layer was updated on October 1, 2026 and Cryptarithmetic on September 14, 2026.

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