# Guess the Code! vs Dyslock

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Guess the Code! at none against Dyslock's 3. Guess the Code! also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 70). Dyslock's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dyslock sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Guess the Code! asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dyslock holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Guess the Code! has 2.5K ratings behind it against 70, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Guess the Code!'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Dyslock's.

Guess the Code! ships an update every 3 months, Dyslock every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Guess the Code! | Dyslock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guess-the-code/id314952906/reviews) | **[4.8 (70 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dyslock-crack-the-code/id1636561650/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.5K** | 70 |
| Positive reviews | 89.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 141 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Optime Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/289278460) | [Dysphasion](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567207440) |

## What reviewers say

### Guess the Code!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guess-the-code/id314952906)

A challenging codebreaker game where you guess a secret sequence of colors within a limited number of attempts. Features include adjustable difficulty, a letter-based mode for colorblind players, and automatic saving.

**Highlights:** Secret color code guessing, Limited number of guesses, Configurable difficulty levels, "Use Letters" mode for colorblind players, Automatic save functionality, Great graphics and sound effects

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple, fun, and challenging
- 👍 No ads or WiFi required
- 👍 Variety of difficulty levels
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Reminds users of classic board game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent color/position hints
- 👎 Difficulty distinguishing between white and gray pegs
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around clipboard access

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashing or exiting unexpectedly
- Incorrect/inconsistent feedback on guesses

**Requested features**

- Ability to repeat colors or use empty spaces
- Tracking of high scores or progress
- Daily challenges or more levels
- Clearer color differentiation for hints


### Dyslock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dyslock-crack-the-code/id1636561650)

This logic puzzle game challenges you to crack unique codes using clues about your guesses. With over 2000 puzzles, multiple difficulty levels, and an intuitive note-taking system, it offers endless brain-training fun. Play daily challenges and compete on leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Over 2000 puzzles, 6 difficulty levels, Intuitive note-taking system, Play with digits, letters, colors, and more, Daily challenge with leaderboard, Intelligent hints

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| unlock all levels | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full game | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Guess the Code! free?

Guess the Code! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dyslock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Guess the Code! or Dyslock?

Dyslock is rated higher. Guess the Code! averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Dyslock averages 4.8 from 70 ratings.

### Do Guess the Code! or Dyslock have ads?

Dyslock shows ads; Guess the Code! does not.

### Which is updated more often, Guess the Code! or Dyslock?

Guess the Code! ships an update every 3 months, and Dyslock every 5 weeks. Most recently, Guess the Code! was updated on October 10, 2026 and Dyslock on October 7, 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.*