# WordCode vs Cryptogram

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Cryptogram at 11K against WordCode's 2. Cryptogram also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and chart position (#46 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WordCode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cryptogram sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cryptogram holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cryptogram has 11K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

WordCode ships an update fortnightly, Cryptogram every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WordCode | Cryptogram |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordcode-puzzle-game/id1631716438/reviews) | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-logic-puzzle-game/id6742755086/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 55.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#46** |
| Size | 7 MB | 304 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Felipe Grosze Nipper de Oliveira](https://appshunter.io/developer/1575428269) | [Tripledot Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1191319103) |

## What reviewers say

### WordCode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wordcode-puzzle-game/id1631716438)

A word-guessing game where players must deduce four words, with each word's final letter becoming the starting letter of the subsequent word. It offers a free-to-play experience with optional in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Word guessing gameplay, Chain-linking word mechanic, Free to play, In-app purchases available

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### Cryptogram

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-logic-puzzle-game/id6742755086)

**Currently charting:** #46 Top Grossing · Word, #94 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Decode encrypted messages, quotes, and riddles using logic and pattern recognition. This game offers daily challenges and a relaxing, pressure-free environment to sharpen your brain and improve cognitive skills.

**Highlights:** Decode encrypted messages, Daily cryptogram challenges, Train brain and improve logic, Thousands of handcrafted puzzles, No timers or pressure, Track daily progress rings

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0.99$ | $0.99 | one-time |
| Natalia's Special | $0.99 | one-time |
| Package 1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package 2.99 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Keyboard Clean Pack 3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 3.99$ | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package 3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4.99$ | $4.99 | one-time |
| 5.00$ | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 4.99 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 5.99 | $5.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack 7.99 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Keyboard Clean 9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package 9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package 12.99 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Package 19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Package 29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Package 49.99 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Package 99.99 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WordCode free?

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

### Is Cryptogram free?

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

### Which has better reviews, WordCode or Cryptogram?

Cryptogram is rated higher. WordCode averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Cryptogram averages 4.7 from 11K ratings.

### Do WordCode or Cryptogram have ads?

Both WordCode and Cryptogram show ads.

### Which is updated more often, WordCode or Cryptogram?

WordCode ships an update fortnightly, and Cryptogram every 3 weeks. Most recently, WordCode was updated on October 25, 2026 and Cryptogram on October 31, 2026.

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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.*