Kidle vs Strings
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kidle
A word-guessing game designed for children of all ages. Players can select between 3-letter or 4-letter word challenges and enjoy unlimited gameplay sessions.
- Word-guessing gameplay
- Choice of 3-letter words
- Choice of 4-letter words
- Unlimited games
- Kid-friendly design
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Kidle is a word-guessing game for kids of all ages. Choose from 3-letter or 4-letter words. Play unlimited games!
Strings
This word search game offers a unique twist by challenging players to create interconnected word strands by tracing paths through a letter grid. It combines vocabulary and spatial reasoning for an engaging puzzle experience with various themes.
- Word search and connect-the-dots gameplay
- Challenging vocabulary and spatial puzzles
- Intuitive interface
- Multiple topics and themes
- Mind exercise and word weaving
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Looking for challenging word games that go beyond the ordinary? Discover Strings, the innovative word search game that strands together vocabulary and strategy in an entirely new way. Unlike traditional word games or crosswords, Strings challenges you to create intricate strands of interconnected words by tracing paths through a letter grid. Each puzzle becomes a web of possibilities as you connect letters to discover words hiding in plain sight. Key Features: - Unique blend of word search and connect-the-dots gameplay - Challenging puzzles that test both vocabulary and spatial skills - Beautiful, intuitive interface that makes word finding feel natural - Different topics and themes to keep the challenges fresh Exercise your mind and discover the satisfaction of weaving words together. Whether you're a casual player or a word game enthusiast, Strings offers a fresh take on vocabulary puzzles that will keep you coming back for more. Download Strings today and start creating your own path through the world of words! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: hello@frostbyteentertainment.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Strings at 4.8 against Kidle's 3.9. Strings also leads on ratings volume (1K vs 23) and review sentiment (80% vs 62%). Kidle's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Kidle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Strings sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Strings holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strings has 1K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Kidle's written reviews are positive against 80% of Strings's.
Kidle ships an update every 2 weeks, Strings every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Kidle | Strings |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (23 ratings) | 4.8 (1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | 79.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 23 | 1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jennifer Brandes | Frostbyte Entertainment LLC |
Customer experience
Kidle
Strings
Bugs and requests
Kidle
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Strings
Reported bugs
3 issues- Tap action issues (too sensitive or unresponsive)
- Incompatibility with older devices
- Grid/puzzle size issues on smaller screens
Requested features
3 requests- List of all available games
- Ability to restart all puzzles
- Dark mode option
In-app purchases
Kidle
- Unlimited Games$1.99
Strings
- Premium Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Remove Ads$4.99
