Comparison

Reversi vs CodeCypher

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

Head to head
About

Reversi

Experience the classic strategy board game of Reversi, also known as Othello. Enjoy quick matches perfect for on-the-go play, with adjustable difficulty levels and a strong AI opponent. Customize your experience with various board styles and helpful gameplay options.

Highlights
  • One or two player mode
  • Six difficulty levels
  • Strong computer opponent
  • Gameplay suggestions
  • Multiple board styles
  • Undo/redo functionality
  • Auto-save game
Features
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The classic game of Reversi, also known as Othello, is a much-loved strategy board game. It is often described as taking only a minute to learn but a lifetime to master. Each game only takes a few minutes, making it ideal for playing on the go. It can be played by all ages. This continues to be one of the most sought-after versions of the game for the natural AI when playing against the CPU and the refreshing, crisp style. FEATURES: - One or two player mode - Six levels of difficulty from beginner to guru - Each level has its own style of play - Strong computer opponent at higher levels - Fast computer play - Option for suggestions to help improve your game play - Four gorgeously styled boards - Unlimited undo and redo - Scoreboard - Auto-save game in progress - Can listen to your own music whilst playing "There are several free Reversi games in the app store, but none have the breadth of options or depth of AI of this paid version. AppCraver looks forward to seeing what developer Kiss The Machine comes up with next" - www.appcraver.com "For those who are serious about playing Reversi and want a serious AI challenge get this one" - mrbass.org best iPhone and iPod Touch games

About

CodeCypher

Engage in a modern logic puzzle where you deduce a hidden number sequence. Each guess provides clues to help you eliminate possibilities and uncover the secret code through logical deduction. Offers infinite puzzles and a daily challenge.

Highlights
  • Elegant logic puzzle gameplay
  • Infinite puzzles
  • Daily puzzle challenge
  • Global leaderboards
  • Personal solving stats
  • Clean modern design
Features
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Crack the code. Master the clues. CodeCypher is a modern logic puzzle where every guess reveals new information. Use deduction, eliminate possibilities, and uncover the hidden number sequence. FEATURES • Elegant logic puzzle gameplay • Infinite puzzles across multiple difficulties • Daily puzzle challenge • Global leaderboards • Track your personal solving stats • Clean modern design built for focus HOW IT WORKS Each puzzle hides a secret number code. Your guesses reveal clues: • Exact — correct digit in the correct position • Misplaced — correct digit in the wrong position Use logic and deduction to narrow down possibilities until only one solution remains. Perfect for fans of: • Mastermind • Sudoku • Logic puzzles • Brain teasers • Deduction games Can you crack the code?

Screenshots

Reversi4 screens
CodeCypher4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CodeCypher at Free against Reversi's $1.99. CodeCypher also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (100% vs 77%). Reversi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On update cadence 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

CodeCypher is free to download; Reversi costs $1.99 up front. CodeCypher sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Reversi asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CodeCypher holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reversi has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Reversi's written reviews are positive against 100% of CodeCypher's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Reversi versus CodeCypher: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReversiCodeCypher
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS9.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKiss The MachineKyle Richards

Customer experience

Reversi

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews82 reviews
Positive76.8%
Neutral8.5%
Negative14.6%

CodeCypher

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Reversi

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Lock-ups when using undo
  • Game locks up if undo is tried
  • Master level surrendered corner
  • No way to restart game without force quitting
  • Info button does not work
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  • Animations too slow
  • Portrait mode removed on iPad

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add online gameplay
  • Add option to turn off animations
  • Improve difficulty balancing
  • Add instructions
  • Make info button larger
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  • Reduce time between games
  • Add ability to launch new game from main screen
  • Add dark mode option
  • Add option to request hints instead of automatic display
  • Adaptation for iPhone 5 screen

CodeCypher

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Reversi

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

CodeCypher

One-time1
  • Disable Ads$2.99

Questions

Is Reversi free?
Reversi costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CodeCypher free?
CodeCypher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Reversi or CodeCypher?
CodeCypher is rated higher. Reversi averages 4.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while CodeCypher averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Reversi or CodeCypher have ads?
CodeCypher shows ads; Reversi does not.
Which is updated more often, Reversi or CodeCypher?
Reversi ships an update every 3 months, and CodeCypher every 3 months. Most recently, Reversi was updated on October 12, 2026 and CodeCypher on October 8, 2026.

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