# Crosswords Mobile vs Mondly

The clearest difference is rating: Mondly at 4.7 against Crosswords Mobile's 4.1. Mondly also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (33K vs 18). Crosswords Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Crosswords Mobile sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Mondly sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mondly holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mondly has 33K 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 74% of Mondly's.

Crosswords Mobile ships an update every 2 months, Mondly fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crosswords Mobile | Mondly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crosswords-mobile/id550982960/reviews) | **[4.7 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mondly-learn-41-languages/id987873536/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **33K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.2% of reviews | **74.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 266 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Benjamin Lochmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/419104936) | [ATi Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/875349954) |

## 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)


### Mondly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mondly-learn-41-languages/id987873536)

Master new languages through engaging lessons, interactive exercises, and advanced features like a chatbot and voice recognition. Practice speaking, reading, listening, and grammar to achieve fluency. Offers a wide range of languages and learning materials.

**Highlights:** Learn 41 languages, Chatbot for practice, Hands-free learning, Voice recognition, Daily lessons and quizzes, Grammar features and conjugation tables, Business content lessons

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly - 50% Off - Unlimited | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly - 1 Week Free Trial | $14.90 | per month |
| Monthly - 1 Week Free Trial | $15.90 | per month |
| Unlimited Access - Monthly | $15.90 | per month |
| Unlimited Access - 12 Months | $74.90 | per year |
| Yearly - 1 Week Free Trial | $74.90 | per year |
| Premium | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium all Languages Promo | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Engaging and interactive learning experience
- 🚀 Effective for learning new vocabulary and phrases
- 🔍 Accurate translations and pronunciations
- 💡 Useful for both beginners and intermediate learners
- 🤖 Helpful speech recognition and conversation practice

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches in the app
- 💰 Premium features can be expensive for some users
- 🔍 Lack of in-depth grammar explanations
- 🤖 Speech recognition not always accurate
- 📚 Limited content for less popular languages

**Reported bugs**

- Lessons disappearing from user progress
- Incorrect translations or word usage in some lessons
- Compatibility issues with older devices or operating systems

**Requested features**

- Add writing practice for languages with different scripts
- Improve review and repetition system for better retention
- Provide more customization options for learning paths
- Introduce a way to cancel subscriptions easily


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crosswords Mobile free?

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

### Is Mondly free?

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

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

Mondly is rated higher. Crosswords Mobile averages 4.1 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Mondly averages 4.7 from 33K ratings.

### Do Crosswords Mobile or Mondly have ads?

Crosswords Mobile shows ads; Mondly does not.

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

Crosswords Mobile ships an update every 2 months, and Mondly fortnightly. Most recently, Crosswords Mobile was updated on November 7, 2026 and Mondly on November 7, 2026.

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