Word Shaker vs Lingo Dash
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Word Shaker
A word searching game where words can be found in any direction, not just straight lines. Earn points by finding words, with bonuses for longer ones. Shake your device to shuffle letters when stuck. Compete with others on online leaderboards.
- Non-linear word finding
- Letter shuffling by shaking device
- Online leaderboards
- Customizable game modes
- Progress tracking
- Multiple grid sizes
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This is the classic version of Word Shaker, a word searching game with a twist: words don't have to be in a straight line. Your goal is to earn the most points by finding words in a grid. Each letter has a particular point value, and you earn bonuses by forming longer words. If you get stuck, just shake your device to scramble the letters! Online leaderboards, compete with friends and people around the world. - Grid sizes from 4x4 to 8x8 - 1, 3, 5, 10, 15 and 30 minute timed games - Relaxing untimed games - Shake to shuffle your letters - Fast unlimited board generator, no waiting - Easy & smooth word circling (tap or slide) - Full report of found and missed words after a game - Option to email the report+board for review - Customize with many different themes - Option to turn off sounds and/or special effects - Personal high scores, track your progress - Daily, Weekly, Monthly and All Time Online leaderboards - Highest scoring words toplist, personal and global Got an iPad? Check out Word Shaker HD!
Lingo Dash
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Lingo Dash transforms language learning into a fun, fast, team-based word game inspired by the classic Alias. Explain words without using the word itself, guess as many as possible before the timer runs out, and grow your vocabulary through play. Choose your language, play with friends, and enjoy an energetic experience where every round challenges your skills. Perfect for learners of all levels, families, and anyone who loves word games. Features: • Learn and practice languages through gameplay • Play in teams or with friends • Fast, dynamic rounds • Hundreds of fun and useful words • Great for beginners and advanced learners Turn learning into a party!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Lingo Dash at Free against Word Shaker's $2.99. Lingo Dash also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 months). Word Shaker's advantage is chart position (#36 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 26.0). On ads, in-app purchases 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
Lingo Dash is free to download; Word Shaker costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Word Shaker ships an update every 3 months, Lingo Dash every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Word Shaker | Lingo Dash |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.6 (33 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 93.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 33 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #36 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | C Loep | PAURTECH |
Bugs and requests
Word Shaker
Reported bugs
3 issues- Game crashes when trying to start a new game after iOS 18 update
- Difficulty registering letter selections at times
- Score submission issues when network connection changes
Requested features
5 requests- Add a shuffle button instead of shake
- Allow continuing a game past the time limit
- Provide word definitions for missed words
- Add multi-player mode
- Improve dictionary to include more common words
Lingo Dash
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Word Shaker
No in-app purchases
Lingo Dash
No in-app purchases
