Comparison

WORDoom vs Cryptogram

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

Head to head
About

WORDoom

Features
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WORDoom is a fast‑paced word game where you create as many valid words as possible from a set of random letters. Each new word must begin with the ending letters of the previous one — the longer the chain you build, the higher your score climbs. Play solo to sharpen your vocabulary and reaction time, or challenge a friend in a two‑player match through Game Center. Every round tests your creativity, speed, and ability to connect letters in clever ways. During the game you can also earn various bonuses that help you boost your score, overcome difficult moments, or build even longer word chains. Key features: - Create words from random letters - Chain mechanic — each word starts with the ending of the previous one - Single‑player and two‑player modes (Game Center) - Bonuses that help you achieve higher scores - Fast, intuitive gameplay for fans of word and logic games

About

Cryptogram

Features
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Put your mind to the test with Cryptogram: Word Game, the ultimate puzzle experience that challenges your decoding skills and word mastery! With four exciting categories—Proverbs, Emojis, Idioms, and Riddles—you'll unravel encrypted phrases and sharpen your linguistic wit in a fun and engaging way. - Proverbs: Crack classic wisdom hidden in ciphers. - Emojis: Decode clever emoji-based phrases. - Idioms: Solve popular expressions with a twist. - Riddles: Challenge yourself with mind-bending word puzzles. Features: - A unique blend of wordplay and cryptography. - Hundreds of puzzles to keep your brain engaged. - Intuitive and relaxing gameplay experience. - Perfect for puzzle lovers of all skill levels. Ready to put your decoding skills to the test? Download Cryptogram: Word Game now and start solving!

Screenshots

WORDoom3 screens
Cryptogram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: WORDoom at none against Cryptogram's shown. WORDoom also leads on iOS requirement (14.2 vs 18.1). On price, update cadence, 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. WORDoom sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Cryptogram sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WORDoom ships an update weekly, Cryptogram every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
WORDoom versus Cryptogram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWORDoomCryptogram
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.2 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB33 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperKrystian KolodziejSebastien Gamache

In-app purchases

9 purchases

WORDoom

One-time9
  • 2 Lives$0.99
  • 3 Blanks$0.99
  • 10 Letter Hints$0.99
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  • 10 Blanks$1.99
  • 5 Lives$1.99
  • 25 Letter Hints$1.99
  • 8 Lives$2.99
  • 20 Blanks$2.99
  • 50 Letter Hints$2.99
1 purchases

Cryptogram

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99

Questions

Is WORDoom free?
WORDoom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cryptogram free?
Cryptogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WORDoom or Cryptogram have ads?
Cryptogram shows ads; WORDoom does not.
Which is updated more often, WORDoom or Cryptogram?
WORDoom ships an update weekly, and Cryptogram every 5 days. Most recently, WORDoom was updated on October 20, 2026 and Cryptogram on October 17, 2026.

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