# Roblox vs 8 Code Words in a photo

The clearest difference is ads: Roblox at none against 8 Code Words in a photo's shown. Roblox also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (20M vs 88). 8 Code Words in a photo's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 60%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roblox sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and 8 Code Words in a photo sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Roblox against 4.5 for 8 Code Words in a photo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roblox has 20M ratings behind it against 88, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of Roblox's written reviews are positive against 71% of 8 Code Words in a photo's.

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, 8 Code Words in a photo every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roblox | 8 Code Words in a photo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (20M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152/reviews) | **[4.5 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/8-code-words-in-a-photo/id1457010320/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **20M** | 88 |
| Positive reviews | 60.3% of reviews | **70.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 220 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Roblox Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/431946155) | [Y A QU A](https://appshunter.io/developer/553875369) |

## What reviewers say

### Roblox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roblox/id431946152)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Adventure, #1 Top Grossing · Action, #1 Top Grossing · Adventure, #2 Top Free · Action, #3 Top Grossing · Games, #10 Top Free · Games, #13 Top Grossing, #73 Top Free (US App Store)

Explore millions of immersive 3D multiplayer experiences created by a global community. Play games, roleplay, compete, or create your own virtual worlds. Customize avatars and connect with friends across various devices.

**Highlights:** Discover millions of user-created experiences, Create and share your own games, Customize avatars with clothing and accessories, Play with friends across multiple devices, Multiplayer battles and role-playing games, In-app chat and voice communication (age-verified)

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roblox Premium 450 | $4.99 | per month |
| 80 ROBUX | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium 80 Robux | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium 88 Subscribed | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium 160 Robux | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium 240 Robux | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium 320 Robux | $3.99 | one-time |
| 400 Robux Premium | $4.99 | one-time |
| 440 Robux Subscribed | $4.99 | one-time |
| Roblox Premium 450 One Month | $4.99 | one-time |
| 800 ROBUX | $9.99 | one-time |
| 800 Robux Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| 880 Robux Subscribed | $9.99 | one-time |
| Roblox Premium 1000 One Month | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1700 Robux Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| Roblox Premium 2200 One Month | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Endless games and experiences
- 🤝 Ability to make virtual friends
- 🎨 Customizable avatars
- 🎮 Wide variety of game genres
- 👍 Fun and engaging for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Ineffective moderation and reporting system
- 💰 Expensive in-game purchases
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific games
- 🤔 Confusing chat/tag system
- 🔒 Concerns about online safety and predators

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent disconnections and server issues
- Glitches that delete purchased items
- Inconsistent chat filtering and tagging

**Requested features**

- Ability to earn Robux through gameplay
- Improved search and discovery for games
- More free avatar customization options
- Better parental controls and monitoring
- Faster response to reports of inappropriate content


### 8 Code Words in a photo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/8-code-words-in-a-photo/id1457010320)

Solve puzzles by finding eight coded words hidden within images. Click on the correct letters to reveal the words and unlock new levels. Enjoy a brain-teasing journey through hundreds of varied and colorful photos.

**Highlights:** Find 8 coded words per picture, Click on correct letters, Unlock new images, Hundreds of varied levels, Brain-teasing puzzles, Coded letter hints

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Image pack #2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Image Pack #3 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Image pack #5 | $1.99 | one-time |
| image pack#6 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Coins pack #3 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack 4 | $10.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack 5 | $20.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roblox free?

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

### Is 8 Code Words in a photo free?

8 Code Words in a photo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Roblox or 8 Code Words in a photo?

8 Code Words in a photo is rated higher. Roblox averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20M ratings, while 8 Code Words in a photo averages 4.5 from 88 ratings.

### Do Roblox or 8 Code Words in a photo have ads?

8 Code Words in a photo shows ads; Roblox does not.

### Which is updated more often, Roblox or 8 Code Words in a photo?

Roblox ships an update every 6 days, and 8 Code Words in a photo every 5 months. Most recently, Roblox was updated on October 28, 2026 and 8 Code Words in a photo on October 24, 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.*