# Cross Digits Lite vs Nonogram

The clearest difference is rating: Nonogram at 4.4 against Cross Digits Lite's 2.5. Nonogram also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (9.2K vs 6). Cross Digits Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Nonogram sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Cross Digits Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Nonogram holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nonogram has 9.2K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Cross Digits Lite's written reviews are positive against 41% of Nonogram's.

Cross Digits Lite ships an update every 11 months, Nonogram monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cross Digits Lite | Nonogram |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-digits-lite/id335088891/reviews) | **[4.4 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nonogram-iq-logic-pic-puzzle/id867654947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **9.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews | **41.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 11 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 414 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kieran Prince](https://appshunter.io/developer/307701466) | [By Aliens L.L.C - F.Z](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704669677) |

## What reviewers say

### Cross Digits Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-digits-lite/id335088891)

This number crossword puzzle game challenges your logic and deduction skills. Fill the board with correct numbers using a provided word list, and check your solution when ready. It offers a free trial with limited puzzles and a full version for more extensive challenges.

**Highlights:** Number crossword gameplay, Logic and deduction challenges, Fill board with correct numbers, Reference word list for numbers, Place entire numbers or digits, Check final board for victory

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Nonogram

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nonogram-iq-logic-pic-puzzle/id867654947)

Engage in logic puzzles that reveal pixel art illustrations. This game offers daily challenges and a vast collection of thematic puzzle packs. Play offline and sharpen your mind with easy-to-learn, challenging gameplay.

**Highlights:** Solve endless logic puzzles, Discover pixel art illustrations, Daily challenge levels, Play offline, Thematic puzzle packs, Auto-save progress

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly - 1 week trial Subs | $4.99 | per month |
| Ads Removal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Logic Pic - Hints Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| energy pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| small coin pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Logic Pic - Hints Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| regular coin pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| big coin pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| huge coin pack | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Enjoyable game
- 🚀 Great logic puzzles
- 👍 Challenging but not too difficult
- 👍 Relaxing and good for passing time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Freezing and loading issues
- 🔋 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🔒 Poor customer support and unresponsive to user feedback

**Reported bugs**

- Daily puzzles not loading or showing up
- Purchased content and VIP status not working
- Puzzle progress not syncing across devices
- Unexpected crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- More free puzzle packs and content updates
- Ability to restore progress across devices
- Option to disable ads or pay a one-time fee
- Improved puzzle design and readability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cross Digits Lite free?

Cross Digits Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Nonogram free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cross Digits Lite or Nonogram?

Nonogram is rated higher. Cross Digits Lite averages 2.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Nonogram averages 4.4 from 9.2K ratings.

### Do Cross Digits Lite or Nonogram have ads?

Both Cross Digits Lite and Nonogram show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cross Digits Lite or Nonogram?

Cross Digits Lite ships an update every 11 months, and Nonogram monthly. Most recently, Cross Digits Lite was updated on October 31, 2026 and Nonogram on November 8, 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.*