Comparison

Crostix vs DECODiT

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

Head to head
About

Crostix

Engage with word puzzles where letters from answers form a hidden quote. This free version offers sample puzzles and hints, with options to unlock more content through in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Automatic letter placement
  • Hint system for letters or words
  • Score tracking based on hints
  • Adjustable font size
  • Device rotation support
Features
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Welcome to the world of acrostics! An acrostic, also called a crostic or double crostic, is a cousin of crossword puzzles, with clues and answers whose letters are rearranged to form a quote from a famous (or not-so-famous) author. If you're familiar with acrostics, you will quickly see how convenient they are on the iPhone, because letters are automatically copied to the correct place as you type them in. Crostix is a free version of our Crostix Pro application, containing sample puzzles from our library. Try them out, and if you like them, get the full version, with 150 puzzles, from easy to fiendishly hard, or just buy more in Crostix using in-app purchase. The program has all the features you'd expect: - get hints for a single letter or an entire word, - see your score, based on how many hints you needed, - change the font size by pinching, - rotate the device as you like, and - get help on all program options. If you're new to the world of acrostics, the application also includes a short description to get you started.

About

DECODiT

Engage your mind with this word puzzle game that combines vocabulary expansion and fun facts. Enjoy a unique cryptogram experience that can be played offline on phones and tablets. Personalize your game by saving custom dictionaries and sharing puzzles with friends.

Highlights
  • Vocabulary expansion
  • Fun facts integration
  • Offline gameplay
  • Customizable dictionaries
  • Puzzle sharing
  • Supports phones and tablets
Features
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Introducing DECODiT – Your Ultimate Word Puzzle Companion! Embark on a captivating journey of brain development and English language mastery with DECODiT, the exciting new word puzzle game now available on the App Store! Perfect for enthusiasts of all ages, DECODiT seamlessly combines the thrill of learning English words with the joy of discovering fascinating fun facts. Designed to stimulate your mind, DECODiT is not only an addictive game but also an engaging tool for expanding your vocabulary and language skills. With a delightful similarity to popular games like Cryptogram, DECODiT offers a unique and entertaining way to challenge yourself while reinforcing your grasp of the English language. What sets DECODiT apart is its convenient offline functionality, ensuring that the fun never stops, no matter where you are. Whether you're commuting, traveling, or simply relaxing at home, DECODiT is your reliable companion for an enriching and entertaining pastime. DECODiT supports both mobile phones and tablets, delivering a seamless gaming experience on a variety of devices. Additionally, the game allows you to personalize your experience by saving custom dictionaries and phrases. Want to share your favorite word combinations with friends? DECODiT makes it easy – challenge them with your customized puzzles and see who can conquer the linguistic conundrums! Experience the perfect blend of education and entertainment with DECODiT – where brain development meets the joy of wordplay. Download it now on the App Store and embark on a journey of learning, discovery, and endless fun!

Screenshots

Crostix4 screens
DECODiT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Crostix at none against DECODiT's shown. DECODiT's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Crostix sells 15 one-off in-app purchases and DECODiT sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Crostix ships an update every 4 months, DECODiT every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Crostix versus DECODiT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrostixDECODiT
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—10 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB51 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperBrian MountfordYongseong Choi

Customer experience

Crostix

Written reviews32 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.8%

DECODiT

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Crostix

One-time15
  • Crostix Book Ten$0.99
  • Crostix Book Eleven$0.99
  • Guest Author: Gordon Frakes 2$0.99
Show 12 more
  • The Golden Treasury$0.99
  • Crostix Book Two$1.99
  • Crostix Book Three$1.99
  • Crostix Book Four$1.99
  • Crostix Book Five$1.99
  • Guest Author: Gordon Frakes$1.99
  • Crostix Book Six$1.99
  • Crostix Book Eight$1.99
  • Crostix Book Nine$1.99
  • Crostix Free Book Seven$1.99
  • HeadLines$1.99
  • Crostix Big Book$2.99
5 purchases

DECODiT

One-time5
  • 5 Hints$0.99
  • 15 Hints$1.99
  • 30 Hints$3.99
Show 2 more
  • Remove Ads$4.99
  • 80 Hints$8.99

Questions

Is Crostix free?
Crostix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DECODiT free?
DECODiT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Crostix or DECODiT have ads?
DECODiT shows ads; Crostix does not.
Which is updated more often, Crostix or DECODiT?
Crostix ships an update every 4 months, and DECODiT every 3 days. Most recently, Crostix was updated on October 16, 2026 and DECODiT on October 12, 2026.

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