# Code Hacker vs Cipher Master

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Code Hacker at 100% against Cipher Master's 25%. Code Hacker also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). Cipher Master's advantage is ratings volume (6.1K vs 1). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cipher Master sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Code Hacker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Code Hacker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cipher Master has 6.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Code Hacker's written reviews are positive against 25% of Cipher Master's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Hacker | Cipher Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-hacker/id1616043009/reviews)** | [4.5 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cipher-master-word-game/id1673410546/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **6.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 242 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Xi Digital Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1233224228) | [Hitapps Games LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1648314473) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Hacker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-hacker/id1616043009)

A numbers puzzle game where you guess a 5-digit code. The game provides feedback on correct digits and their positions to help you deduce the combination. Aim to solve the puzzle in the fewest attempts.

**Highlights:** Guess 5-digit combinations, Feedback on digit matches, Feedback on digit positions, Deduce the correct code, Minimize attempts, Attempt history tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Cipher Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cipher-master-word-game/id1673410546)

Engage your mind with a new word puzzle game. Decipher hidden phrases, learn interesting facts, and enjoy wise thoughts from famous people. This game offers a fun way to train your brain, practice logic, and expand your knowledge.

**Highlights:** Decipher hidden phrases, Learn interesting facts, Solve word riddles, Train your brain, Practice logic, Discover wise thoughts

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small pack of energy | $3.29 | one-time |
| Small pack of hints | $3.49 | one-time |
| No ADS | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big pack of energy | $5.49 | one-time |
| Big pack of hints | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and challenging game
- 💡 Interesting quotations and proverbs
- 👍 Large and easy-to-use letter squares

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Excessive and disruptive ads during gameplay
- 🐛 Glitches with letter selection and scoring
- 🤔 Puzzles too easy for experienced players

**Reported bugs**

- Letters not registering properly
- Incorrect scoring and game over issues
- Ads not respecting device sound settings

**Requested features**

- Reduce ad frequency and disruption
- Provide an ad-free paid version
- Increase puzzle difficulty for more experienced users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Hacker free?

Code Hacker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cipher Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code Hacker or Cipher Master?

Code Hacker is rated higher. Code Hacker averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Cipher Master averages 4.5 from 6.1K ratings.

### Do Code Hacker or Cipher Master have ads?

Cipher Master shows ads; Code Hacker does not.

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