# Marple vs Decode the Code

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Marple at none against Decode the Code's 5. Marple also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (48 vs 13). Decode the Code's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 86%). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Marple against 4.7 for Decode the Code. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 48 and 13 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Marple's written reviews are positive against 100% of Decode the Code's.

Marple ships an update every 2 months, Decode the Code every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Marple | Decode the Code |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (48 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marple/id288689440/reviews)** | [4.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decode-the-code/id1421984663/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **48** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 85.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 6 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mikko Kankainen](https://appshunter.io/developer/287710112) | [Square Lion LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1222755999) |

## What reviewers say

### Marple

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marple/id288689440)

This logic puzzle game challenges players to deduce the correct order of 20 tiles using a set of clues. It offers millions of unique puzzles and includes a tutorial and hint system to guide players through the deduction process.

**Highlights:** Logic and deduction gameplay, 20 tiles arranged in 4x5 grid, Multiple clue types (In between, Left of, Same column, Next to), Over 1 million unique puzzles, Tutorial mode, Hint system with explanations, Graphical help with beginner tips

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great logic game
- 🚀 Engaging and challenging
- 💡 Unique puzzle concept
- 👍 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Polished and well-designed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔧 Needs better tutorial/instructions
- 🔧 Difficulty level could be improved
- 🔧 Outdated UI elements
- 🔧 Clues can be confusing

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch for some users
- Buttons/UI elements not fully visible
- Clues get cut off on certain devices
- Incorrect/missing puzzle solutions

**Requested features**

- Add undo/redo functionality
- Implement save/restore progress
- Introduce different difficulty levels
- Optimize for larger screens (iPad)
- Improve color contrast and readability


### Decode the Code

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decode-the-code/id1421984663)

A puzzle game inspired by a classic board game where players guess a hidden code in limited attempts. Earn in-game currency to unlock new content and challenge yourself with harder modes. Track your progress and compare it with friends.

**Highlights:** Code-breaking gameplay, Unlockable content packs, Hard Mode challenges, Stats tracking, Friend comparisons, Limited-time packs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 55 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 120 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Marple free?

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

### Is Decode the Code free?

Decode the Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Marple or Decode the Code?

Marple is rated higher. Marple averages 4.8 out of 5 from 48 ratings, while Decode the Code averages 4.7 from 13 ratings.

### Do Marple or Decode the Code have ads?

Decode the Code shows ads; Marple does not.

### Which is updated more often, Marple or Decode the Code?

Marple ships an update every 2 months, and Decode the Code every 6 weeks. Most recently, Marple was updated on September 22, 2026 and Decode the Code on June 1, 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.*