# Crosswords Mobile vs NeuroNation

The clearest difference is rating: NeuroNation at 4.7 against Crosswords Mobile's 4.1. NeuroNation also leads on review sentiment (91% vs 57%) and ratings volume (4.5K vs 18). Crosswords Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Crosswords Mobile sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NeuroNation sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NeuroNation holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NeuroNation has 4.5K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Crosswords Mobile's written reviews are positive against 91% of NeuroNation's.

Crosswords Mobile ships an update every 2 months, NeuroNation every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crosswords Mobile | NeuroNation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crosswords-mobile/id550982960/reviews) | **[4.7 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neuronation-brain-training/id821549680/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **4.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.2% of reviews | **91.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 234 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Benjamin Lochmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/419104936) | [Synaptikon GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/576776320) |

## What reviewers say

### Crosswords Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crosswords-mobile/id550982960)

Engage in challenging word puzzles on the go with this mobile application. Offering a variety of difficulty levels and multiple languages, it's perfect for quick breaks or extended play sessions. Solve puzzles, zoom in on fields, and utilize helpful hints to expand your vocabulary and general knowledge.

**Highlights:** Multiple difficulty levels (easy, medium, hard), Crosswords available in various languages, Zoom functionality for fields, Keyboard input for answers, Hint system to reveal solutions, Swedish-style grid layout

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ProVersion | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Challenging
- 👍 Fun
- 👍 Enjoyable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with entering/deleting words
- 🐛 Inconsistent word acceptance
- 🐛 Clues/answers not always clear
- 🔍 Too many ads/intrusive ads
- 🔍 Navigation issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes/freezes
- Words not registering correctly
- Incorrect spellings in clues/answers

**Requested features**

- Option to reveal individual letters instead of full words
- Ability to delete/edit incorrect entries
- More varied and challenging clues
- Improved navigation and layout
- Customization options (e.g., themes, font size)


### NeuroNation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neuronation-brain-training/id821549680)

Enhance your memory and cognitive abilities with science-backed exercises. This app offers personalized training programs, diverse games, and progress tracking to sharpen your mind and improve focus. Invest in your cognitive health with daily mental challenges.

**Highlights:** Scientifically proven techniques, Personalized training programs, Diverse range of brain games, Progress tracking and insights, Daily brain challenges, User-friendly interface

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months - Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Months - Subscription | $10.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months - Subscription | $10.99 | per 6 months |
| 3 Months - Subscription | $13.99 | per 3 months |
| NeuroNation Premium 1M plan | $13.99 | per month |
| 1 Month - Subscription App&Web | $13.99 | per month |
| 12 Months - Subscription | $19.49 | per year |
| 6 Months - Subscription | $22.49 | per 6 months |
| 12 Months - Subscription | $31.99 | per year |
| 12 Months - Subscription | $38.99 | per year |
| NeuroNation Premium 12M plan | $41.99 | per year |
| Premium 12M plan+7D Free trial | $57.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Effective brain training exercises
- 👍 Personalized and adaptive to user's needs
- 🤓 Challenging but not overly difficult
- 🧠 Helps improve memory, focus, and cognitive abilities
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Unclear instructions for some exercises
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive premium subscription
- 🤔 Some exercises feel repetitive or monotonous

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Issues with color-based exercises due to color perception differences
- Incorrect scoring or feedback on some exercises

**Requested features**

- More variety in exercise types
- Ability to customize difficulty levels
- Better progress tracking and performance analytics
- Multilingual support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crosswords Mobile free?

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

### Is NeuroNation free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Crosswords Mobile or NeuroNation?

NeuroNation is rated higher. Crosswords Mobile averages 4.1 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while NeuroNation averages 4.7 from 4.5K ratings.

### Do Crosswords Mobile or NeuroNation have ads?

Both Crosswords Mobile and NeuroNation show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Crosswords Mobile or NeuroNation?

Crosswords Mobile ships an update every 2 months, and NeuroNation every 3 weeks. Most recently, Crosswords Mobile was updated on October 22, 2026 and NeuroNation on October 23, 2026.

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