# Classic Minesweeper vs Crossword Go!

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Classic Minesweeper at 73% against Crossword Go!'s 40%. Crossword Go!'s advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (87K vs 344). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Classic Minesweeper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Crossword Go! sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Crossword Go! holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Crossword Go! has 87K ratings behind it against 344, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of Classic Minesweeper's written reviews are positive against 40% of Crossword Go!'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Classic Minesweeper ships an update every 6 months, Crossword Go! every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Classic Minesweeper | Crossword Go! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (344 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-minesweeper/id479504556/reviews) | **[4.9 (87K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-go/id6739069151/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 344 | **87K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.5% of reviews** | 40.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#11** |
| Size | 111 MB | 344 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chaohsien Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/438073768) | [PlaySimple Games Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1189416142) |

## What reviewers say

### Classic Minesweeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classic-minesweeper/id479504556)

Experience a modern take on the classic mine-clearing puzzle game with enhanced graphics and animations. Compete with players worldwide on online leaderboards for time, games played, and scores. Offers customizable difficulty and board settings for a personalized challenge.

**Highlights:** Online leaderboards, Smart score system, Customizable difficulty, Multiple appearances, Quick flagging mode, Game Center integration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version + 3 Appearances | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Simple and intuitive controls
- 🕰️ Classic minesweeper experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficulty distinguishing board edges
- 🔧 Inconsistent flag/tap registration
- 💤 Occasional crashes and freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect number indicators on the board
- Inconsistent behavior when flagging mines

**Requested features**

- Customizable themes and color schemes
- Replay option to revisit past games
- Integrated leaderboards and progress tracking


### Crossword Go!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-go/id6739069151)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Free · Word, #29 Top Grossing · Word, #73 Top Free · Puzzle, #161 Top Free · Games (US App Store)

Engage in thrilling, real-time crossword duels against opponents. Train your brain, expand your vocabulary, and strategize to outscore others. Enjoy daily challenges with word and picture clues for a dynamic word game experience.

**Highlights:** Real-time crossword duels, Vocabulary and strategy training, Word and picture clues, Daily challenges and rewards, Fast-paced gameplay, Leaderboard competition

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Discounted Skip-Its 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hint Bundles 1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads for 1 month | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads for 1 month! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coupon Bundle 2 | $5.49 | one-time |
| Hint Bundles 3 | $6.99 | one-time |
| No Ads for 1 month | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads for 3 month! | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads for Lifetime! | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coupon Bundle 3 | $35.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging and fun gameplay
- 💡 Helps learn new words
- 🚀 Stretches and exercises the brain

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Stuck on certain levels
- 🔋 Excessive ads and in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Repeating the same level without progressing
- Forced to start over after exiting the game

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads without subscription
- Ability to maintain progress when exiting the game


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Classic Minesweeper free?

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

### Is Crossword Go! free?

Crossword Go! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Classic Minesweeper or Crossword Go!?

Crossword Go! is rated higher. Classic Minesweeper averages 4.6 out of 5 from 344 ratings, while Crossword Go! averages 4.9 from 87K ratings.

### Do Classic Minesweeper or Crossword Go! have ads?

Both Classic Minesweeper and Crossword Go! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Classic Minesweeper or Crossword Go!?

Classic Minesweeper ships an update every 6 months, and Crossword Go! every 11 days. Most recently, Classic Minesweeper was updated on November 1, 2026 and Crossword Go! 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.*