# Riddle Test vs Clue Master

Riddle Test and Clue Master both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 27% of Clue Master's written reviews are positive against 8% of Riddle Test's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Riddle Test sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Clue Master sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Riddle Test against 4.6 for Clue Master. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 35K and 28K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 8% of Riddle Test's written reviews are positive against 27% of Clue Master's.

Riddle Test ships an update monthly, Clue Master every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Riddle Test | Clue Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (35K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riddle-test-brain-teaser-game/id1580064408/reviews) | **[4.6 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clue-master-logic-puzzles/id6608973267/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **35K** | 28K |
| Positive reviews | 8.1% of reviews | **26.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#126** | #173 |
| Size | 365 MB | 315 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Kidding Box](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728852598) | [Lion Studios Plus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610194568) |

## What reviewers say

### Riddle Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/riddle-test-brain-teaser-game/id1580064408)

**Currently charting:** #126 Top Grossing · Word (US App Store)

Engage in a mind-bending journey with hundreds of tricky puzzles and IQ challenges. Solve original levels, uncover clues, and become a riddle master in this fun brain workout for all ages.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of tricky puzzles, IQ challenges, Original and creative levels, Clue-hunting detective gameplay, Picture puzzles, Logic puzzles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly VIP | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly VIP | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly VIP | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Remove Ads (Discounted) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Brain Points (Discounted) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Brian's Choice | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Brain Points | $3.99 | one-time |
| BriansChoiceNew | $3.99 | one-time |
| Super Key | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Fun game
- 🧠 Helps improve brain power
- 👍 Enjoyable puzzles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💩 Too many ads
- ⏱️ Ads take longer than gameplay
- 🤖 Repetitive and easy levels
- 🤑 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Glitches and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to claim rewards
- Game freezes on certain levels
- Paid version still shows ads

**Requested features**

- Reduce frequency of ads
- Add more challenging puzzles
- Improve save/progress system
- Provide better value for subscription


### Clue Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clue-master-logic-puzzles/id6608973267)

**Currently charting:** #173 Top Grossing · Word (US App Store)

Engage in challenging logic puzzles and brain games to solve mysteries, identify criminals, and uncover secrets. Navigate complex relationships and gather clues to bring justice.

**Highlights:** Immersive logic puzzles, Navigate betrayal and loyalty, Heart-pounding mysteries, Strategic clue gathering, Intense crime-solving missions, Diverse gameplay inspired by IQ tests, Captivating storyline and characters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Daily Challenge Pass | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hint Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Revive Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $4.99 | one-time |
| Detective's Toolkit | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin2 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Sherlock's Toolkit | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack (60 days) | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🧠 Challenging logic puzzles
- 🏙️ Enjoyable town-building feature
- 👍 Minimal ads at lower levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive ad-removal subscription
- 🐛 Incorrect or misleading clues
- 🔁 Repetitive levels after a certain point
- 📢 Excessive ads, especially at higher levels
- 🤔 Confusing neighbor/criminal logic

**Reported bugs**

- Random tab openings leading to other websites
- Difficulty level drops significantly after certain levels
- Inconsistent behavior of innocent/criminal indicators

**Requested features**

- More varied and randomly generated puzzles
- Permanent ad-removal option
- Better feedback/scoring for perfect puzzle completion
- Improved tutorial and clue explanations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Riddle Test free?

Riddle Test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Clue Master free?

Clue Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Riddle Test or Clue Master?

Clue Master is rated higher. Riddle Test averages 4.5 out of 5 from 35K ratings, while Clue Master averages 4.6 from 28K ratings.

### Do Riddle Test or Clue Master have ads?

Both Riddle Test and Clue Master show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Riddle Test or Clue Master?

Riddle Test ships an update monthly, and Clue Master every 3 weeks. Most recently, Riddle Test was updated on November 12, 2026 and Clue Master on November 12, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Riddle Test or Clue Master?

Riddle Test currently peaks at #126 in the App Store charts, and Clue Master at #173. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*