# Fingle vs Codenames

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Fingle at none against Codenames's 1. Fingle also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 66%) and price ($1.99 vs $4.99). Codenames's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 14). On rating and ads there is nothing between them.

Fingle costs $1.99 and Codenames $4.99 up front. Codenames sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Fingle asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Fingle against 4.7 for Codenames. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codenames has 1.1K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Fingle's written reviews are positive against 66% of Codenames's.

Fingle ships an update every 3 months, Codenames fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fingle | Codenames |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [4.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fingle/id490109661/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **1.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **88.2% of reviews** | 66.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#12** |
| Size | 51 MB | 221 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Adriaan de Jongh](https://appshunter.io/developer/965628077) | [CGE Digital s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706267473) |

## What reviewers say

### Fingle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fingle/id490109661)

Engage in a unique two-player puzzle game that encourages physical closeness through intertwined fingers. Navigate levels by dragging buttons to targets, creating intimate moments and shared laughter. Perfect for breaking the ice or sparking romance.

**Highlights:** Two-player puzzle gameplay, Intimate touch mechanics, Over 130 levels, 70's inspired visuals and music, Icebreaker and romantic game

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Awesome game
- 👍 Fun and challenging
- 👍 Great for couples/friends
- 👍 Innovative concept
- 👍 Smooth and responsive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🐛 Compatibility issues on certain devices
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🤔 Some moves feel too suggestive

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Gestures not working properly
- Levels become unplayable

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Online/multiplayer mode
- Level editor or creator
- Customization options


### Codenames

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codenames/id1055650930)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Paid · Puzzle, #13 Top Paid · Board, #113 Top Paid · Games, #182 Top Paid (US App Store)

Engage in a strategic word game of deduction and teamwork. Give one-word clues to help your team guess associated words before the opposing team. Enjoy a blend of casual fun and deep thinking with turn-based multiplayer matches.

**Highlights:** Turn-based multiplayer, One-word clue system, Teamwork and deduction, Multiple game modes, Spymaster and Operative roles, Logic and creativity challenges

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Krycí jména: Duet | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and intuitive gameplay
- 🎨 Excellent visual design
- 💰 Good value for money
- 🕹️ Engaging single-player modes
- 🤝 Enjoyable multiplayer experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Long wait times for other players
- 🌐 Connectivity issues and server problems
- 🌍 Cultural differences and language barriers
- 🔒 Restrictive clue-giving rules
- 🤖 Jury system allowing questionable words

**Reported bugs**

- Initial launch with only Czech language support
- Occasional app crashes and server disconnections

**Requested features**

- Add Codenames Duet mode
- Implement AI/bot players for faster games
- Allow custom word packs and themes
- Add a 'speed mode' for faster gameplay
- Improve the jury system to maintain game integrity


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fingle free?

Fingle costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Codenames free?

Codenames costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Fingle or Codenames?

Codenames is rated higher. Fingle averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Codenames averages 4.7 from 1.1K ratings.

### Do Fingle or Codenames have ads?

Neither Fingle nor Codenames shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fingle or Codenames?

Fingle ships an update every 3 months, and Codenames fortnightly. Most recently, Fingle was updated on October 14, 2026 and Codenames on October 18, 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.*