Comparison

Upwords vs InfernoDice

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Upwords

This word stacking game challenges you to transform existing words by stacking letters on top. Score higher by stacking higher and outsmarting opponents. Play with friends, strangers, or against the computer.

Highlights
  • Stack letters to change words
  • Score points based on stacking height
  • Play with friends globally
  • Challenge computer opponents
  • Pass & Play mode
  • In-game chat
Features
Currently charting
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UPWORDS – The Stacking Word Game! UPWORDS is the classic 3D crossword game where you don’t just play words… you change them! Stack letters on top of existing words to transform them into new words, score more points the higher you stack, and outsmart your opponents. Why you’ll love it: - Fun, fast, and endlessly replayable - Play with friends around the world or challenge random opponents - Test yourself against the Computer (4 skill levels) - Pass & Play with family on one device - In-game chat keeps the competition lively UPWORDS is more than just fun — it keeps your brain sharp as you find clever ways to build and stack words. The higher you go, the higher you score! Download today and start stacking your way to victory. -- Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.upwords-app.com/privacy.html

About

InfernoDice

Engage in a fast-paced dice game of bluffing and strategy. Outwit opponents by making honest claims or bold bluffs. Features multiple game modes and insightful statistics to refine your play.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced bluffing gameplay
  • Quick Play, Inferno Mode, and Online Multiplayer
  • Unique roll mechanics
  • Smart player statistics
  • Clean visual design
  • Privacy-friendly
Features
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InfernoDice is a fast-paced bluffing dice game where every roll could spark a comeback or burn your last point. Claim your roll honestly or bluff your way to victory. Your opponent only sees what you say, not what you rolled. Can you keep your cool under pressure? InfernoDice brings classic dice bluffing into a clean, modern, and animated experience filled with strategic choices, bold claims, and high-pressure moments. GAME MODES • Quick Play Jump into a fast 1v1 bluffing match against Infernoman. Read his claims, push your luck, and survive as long as possible. • Inferno Mode A streak-based challenge where one mistake ends your run. Claim higher, bluff smarter, and climb your personal best streak. • Online Multiplayer Invite a friend, start a match, and play at your own pace. Take turns, trade bluffs, and see who breaks first. SPECIAL ROLLS InfernoDice includes unique roll mechanics that change the flow of the game: 21 (Inferno) creates instant pressure 31 (Reverse) flips the dynamic 41 (Social) resets the round Doubles create strong claims for bold players Every choice matters and no two matches are the same. STATISTICS Explore global player behavior with detailed insights: Most over-hyped rolls Most avoided rolls Claim frequency Roll vs claim comparisons Honesty insights for each roll Use the data to improve your strategy or simply enjoy the chaos of bluffing gameplay. FEATURES Clean and polished visual design Fun dice animations and character art No ads and no paywalls Optional music, sound effects, and vibration Privacy friendly with no personal data tracking Great for quick sessions or long streak runs CAN YOU OUT-BLUFF THE INFERNO? Roll the dice. Make a claim. Call a bluff. Every decision could be your comeback moment or your downfall. Download InfernoDice and enter the battle.

Screenshots

Upwords4 screens
InfernoDice4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: InfernoDice at none against Upwords's 12. InfernoDice also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). Upwords's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and ratings volume (9.3K vs 7). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Upwords sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. InfernoDice asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

InfernoDice holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Upwords has 9.3K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Upwords's written reviews are positive against 100% of InfernoDice's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Upwords ships an update every 2 days, InfernoDice every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Upwords versus InfernoDice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUpwordsInfernoDice
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (9.3K ratings)5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews67.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9.3K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#196 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLonely Star Software, Inc.Alex Weiss

Customer experience

Upwords

All ratings9,253 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative2.6%
Written reviews433 reviews
Positive67.0%
Neutral9.5%
Negative23.6%

InfernoDice

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Upwords

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ads that cannot be closed
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Login and verification issues
  • Incorrect scoring and word validation

Requested features

5 requests
  • Option to use British dictionary
  • Choice of dictionaries
  • Ability to swap more than one letter
  • Show opponent's remaining tiles
  • Fairer letter distribution

InfernoDice

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Upwords

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Bundle Monthly7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Premium Bundle Yearly7 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time10
  • Full Upgrade - Free!Free
  • Word Glow$1.99
  • 20 Tokens$1.99
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  • Medium Token Pack$4.99
  • 60 Tokens$4.99
  • 125 Tokens$9.99
  • Large Token Pack$9.99
  • 260 Tokens$19.99
  • Premium Bundle Lifetime$34.99
  • 610 Tokens$44.99
None

InfernoDice

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Upwords free?
Upwords is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is InfernoDice free?
InfernoDice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Upwords or InfernoDice?
InfernoDice is rated higher. Upwords averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.3K ratings, while InfernoDice averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.
Do Upwords or InfernoDice have ads?
Upwords shows ads; InfernoDice does not.
Which is updated more often, Upwords or InfernoDice?
Upwords ships an update every 2 days, and InfernoDice every 2 weeks. Most recently, Upwords was updated on October 18, 2026 and InfernoDice on October 19, 2026.

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