Comparison

Sparrows vs Countdown Solver

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

Head to head
About

Sparrows

Engage in a word-spelling puzzle game that combines elements of Mahjong and Scrabble. Earn points by forming words from letter tiles, strategically using score multipliers, and advancing through challenging levels. Multiple game modes offer varied gameplay experiences.

Highlights
  • Level progression with star ratings
  • Multiple game modes (Timed, Moves, Puzzle)
  • Score multipliers on letter/word tiles
  • Power-ups for score boosts
  • Daily goals and objectives
Features
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Sparrows – mahjong tiles meet wordplay! Spell words from letter tiles, earn score multipliers, and conquer challenging puzzles. Advance through levels, earn 1–3 stars, and master increasingly tricky boards. Multiple game modes – Timed, Moves, and Puzzle – keep gameplay fresh and engaging. Key Features: • Level Progression & Star Ratings: Tackle boards and earn 1–3 stars for top performance. • Game Modes: Timed, Moves, and Puzzle for varied challenges. • Score Multipliers: Double and triple letter/word tiles reward strategic play. • Power-Ups: Boost your score and overcome tough boards. • Daily Goals: Complete new objectives each day to stay challenged. • Relaxing, no timer needed – play at your own pace in Puzzle mode. • Plays great on iPhone and iPad. Relax or Compete: Whether you want a calm puzzle session or a fast-paced challenge, Sparrows offers a rewarding word game experience for every player. Download Sparrows Now! Start your wordplay journey, master each board, and enjoy endless mahjong-meets-wordplay fun!

About

Countdown Solver

Features
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Countdown Solver finds the solution to the numbers game from the classic TV show Countdown. Select your six numbers, enter the target, and tap Solve. The app uses an exhaustive search to find an exact solution, or the nearest possible result if no exact solution exists.

Screenshots

Sparrows4 screens
Countdown Solver2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Countdown Solver at none against Sparrows's 14. Countdown Solver also leads on ads (none vs shown). Sparrows's advantage is iOS requirement (15.2 vs 26.4). On price 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. Sparrows sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Countdown Solver asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sparrows versus Countdown Solver: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSparrowsCountdown Solver
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (777 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings777 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.2 — better26.4
Further details — not scored
Size506 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFluffy Dog StudioPeter Whysall

Bugs and requests

Sparrows

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Game crashes on launch for some users
  • Word search mode has incorrect timer display
  • Inability to exit certain game modes
  • Shuffling feature sometimes malfunctions
  • Newly unlocked words not recognized

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add option to retry/reset word search puzzles
  • Implement a way to contact developers for missing words
  • Introduce a multiplayer mode to compete with friends
  • Provide more customization options for the UI
  • Improve the algorithm for letter distribution

Countdown Solver

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

14 purchases

Sparrows

One-time14
  • 2,500 Feathers$0.99
  • 15,000 points$1.99
  • 5,000 points$1.99
Show 11 more
  • Unlock Endless Mode$1.99
  • 5,000 Feathers$1.99
  • Unlock Full Game$2.99
  • No Ads (30 Days)$2.99
  • 10,000 Feathers$3.49
  • Getting Started$3.99
  • 50,000 points$4.99
  • 150,000 points$6.99
  • Now we're talking!$7.99
  • 25,000 Feathers$7.99
  • 100,000 Feathers$23.99
None

Countdown Solver

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sparrows free?
Sparrows is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Countdown Solver free?
Countdown Solver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sparrows or Countdown Solver have ads?
Sparrows shows ads; Countdown Solver does not.

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