Comparison

Lexulous Word Game vs Hexiled

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

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About

Lexulous Word Game

Engage in a competitive word game against players worldwide or the computer. Improve your vocabulary and skills with post-game analysis and a built-in dictionary. Play solo, with friends, or challenge global opponents.

Highlights
  • Play against computer or global opponents
  • Post-game word analysis
  • Built-in dictionary
  • Comprehensive game statistics
  • Unlimited free play mode
  • Global challenge mode
Features
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The best word game for all ages. Beat players at the easier levels first and then get a go at the toughest word game players in the world! Compete with more than 7 million crossword gamers across the world. Play against the computer at multiple difficulty levels. Use the post game word analysis feature to improve your skills. ◆ PRO version. No ads. ◆ - Unlimited free to play mode with chat. Its a fun way to stay in touch with family and friends! - Global challenge mode that lets you make new friends from other countries. - Built-in dictionary to help improve your English vocabulary and anagram skills. - Comprehensive stats like Avg. Move & Game scores, along with total Wins, Bingos played etc. - Now optimised to consume 60% less data! Play your moves, on the move. - Available in Italian & French too! ◆ Game Description ◆ Make words on a 15 x 15 board and use the 4 types of premium squares wisely to score BIG. Match your friends or play with random opponents from around the world. You can also play in the Solitaire Word Game mode against 10 difficulty levels of the computer or try to beat your own best score. Lexulous is like yoga for your brain - you'll learn new words everyday while playing this cool game! - Connect and play free games with friends from all over the world through Facebook. Lexulous is one of the most popular Facebook games. - Practice mode allows you to play solo or against the PC ◆ DOWNLOAD NOW! ◆ Why are you missing out on this fun game? ◆ Analyser Mode ◆ - Analyser allows you to see the best possible moves after a game is complete. It's a great way to learn new words and to improve your skills! Lexulous is the ONLY word game app that offers this option. See which words you missed and play like the pros! ◆ Feedback ◆ Got suggestions or just want to say "Hi"? We would love to hear from you! Please send in your comments to admin@lexulous.com - and we will get back within 24 hours. Happy gaming! NOTE: Lexulous does not promote the use of word builders, anagram builders, external dictionaries or word association games without the knowledge of your friends and opponents. This is a free to play word game that requires skill and we appreciate players who get better at it with experience. Play fair, and have fun! Visit us at http://www.lexulous.com - you can also play this word game via your desktop browser.

About

Hexiled

This is an addictive and challenging word game with multiple modes to suit different play styles. Test your vocabulary, learn new words, and compete with friends or your own scores across 12 languages.

Highlights
  • Multiple game modes (Escape, Explore, Survive, Discover)
  • Vocabulary testing and word learning
  • Multiplayer challenges
  • 12 language options
  • Detailed post-game statistics
  • Original soundtrack
Features
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• #1 word game in 32 countries • Played over 10 million times • Four game modes, from frantic 30-second games to relaxed, untimed play • 12 languages, each with its own full dictionary Hexiled is an original word game played on a hexagon grid. Trace words through neighboring tiles: each word must touch an empty space on the board and be at least as long as the number shown on its tiles. The tutorial gets you started in a minute. FOUR WAYS TO PLAY • ESCAPE - timing adapts to how well you play, so it's a frantic challenge at any level. A game takes a couple of minutes, or 15-30 seconds if you're really good. • SURVIVE - every word earns you more time. A test of quick thinking, vocabulary and endurance that fits a 1-5 minute break. • EXPLORE - no time limit. Relax and rack up a high score, or hunt for the longest words. • DISCOVER - reach the edge of the board in as few words as possible. It gets harder as you get better. PLAY IN 12 LANGUAGES English, Français, Deutsch, Nederlands, Español, Português, Italiano, Svenska, Norsk, Dansk, Русский, Ελληνικά Switch language any time. It's a great way to build vocabulary in a language you're learning. ALSO INCLUDES • Game Center leaderboards and achievements • Detailed post-game stats and all-time records • Color themes • A killer original soundtrack • Play offline, no account needed • iPhone, iPad and Mac Hexiled is free to play with ads. A one-time purchase removes ads and adds your Best Words list. WHAT PLAYERS SAY "The best word game I have ever played" - sboyce_tw "One of the best games on the App Store - great word based game" - tcfairfax "A very satisfying hexagonal word search maze-like. Highly recommend!" - BookishMatt "This game is so amazing! I'm addicted to it" - jotap_rios "Spellbinding new wordplay app" - Evaluapp

Screenshots

Lexulous Word Game4 screens
Hexiled4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hexiled at none against Lexulous Word Game's 2. Hexiled also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 71%). Lexulous Word Game's advantage is ratings volume (5.8K vs 417) and price ($1.99 vs $3.99). On rating, update cadence, ads and chart position 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

Lexulous Word Game costs $1.99 and Hexiled $3.99 up front. Lexulous Word Game sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Hexiled asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Lexulous Word Game against 4.7 for Hexiled. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lexulous Word Game has 5.8K ratings behind it against 417, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Lexulous Word Game's written reviews are positive against 90% of Hexiled's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Lexulous Word Game versus Hexiled: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLexulous Word GameHexiled
Price$1.99 — better$3.99
Rating4.7 (5.8K ratings)4.7 (417 ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.6% of reviews90.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.8K — better417
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#8#6 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRJS Tech Solutions LLPTriplezero

Customer experience

Lexulous Word Game

All ratings5,749 ratings
Positive94.3%
Neutral2.5%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews402 reviews
Positive70.6%
Neutral9.0%
Negative20.4%

Hexiled

All ratings417 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral4.1%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews290 reviews
Positive90.3%
Neutral6.6%
Negative3.1%

Bugs and requests

Lexulous Word Game

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Games disappearing or becoming inaccessible
  • Inability to start new games with friends
  • Incorrect word acceptance or rejection
  • Syncing issues across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Landscape mode support for tablets
  • Improved dictionary with more definitions
  • Option to choose opponent difficulty level
  • Better notification system for turns

Hexiled

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Lexulous Word Game

One-time2
  • Lexulous 10-Game Analyzer Pack$0.99
  • Lexulous Image Viewer$0.99
None

Hexiled

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lexulous Word Game free?
Lexulous Word Game costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Hexiled free?
Hexiled costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Lexulous Word Game or Hexiled?
Hexiled is rated higher. Lexulous Word Game averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.8K ratings, while Hexiled averages 4.7 from 417 ratings.
Do Lexulous Word Game or Hexiled have ads?
Neither Lexulous Word Game nor Hexiled shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lexulous Word Game or Hexiled?
Lexulous Word Game ships an update every 3 months, and Hexiled every 3 months. Most recently, Lexulous Word Game was updated on November 6, 2026 and Hexiled on November 6, 2026.
Which is more popular, Lexulous Word Game or Hexiled?
Lexulous Word Game currently peaks at #8 in the App Store charts, and Hexiled at #6. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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