Astraware CodeWords vs Cryptogram +
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Astraware CodeWords
This word puzzle game challenges you to crack a secret code by substituting numbers for letters in a crossword-style grid. Use logic and vocabulary to decipher words and climb the global leaderboard.
- Number-to-letter substitution puzzles
- Daily and Weekender puzzles
- 50 built-in puzzles
- Extra puzzle streams
- Intuitive interface
- Highlighting for letter consistency
- Manual and auto-fill options
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Can you crack the code? Astraware CodeWords is an addictive word puzzle game with a difference! You start with a crosswords style grid but instead of words, each letter has been substituted with a number from 1 to 26. It is up to you to figure out which number stands for each letter! There are no clues but 3 letters are already in place to help you get started and each letter of the alphabet is used at least once. You start by guessing possible words and matching numbers with letters, until you've fully cracked the code - and your vocabulary and logical reasoning will be stretched along the way! Did you know that the letter 'e' is the most commonly used letter in English? Did you know that 'th' is the most common pair of letters to be seen together? You'll use this knowledge and more as you make your guesses and work out the words! Astraware CodeWords gives you access to play our free Daily puzzles - top the global leaderboard by completing the puzzle in the fastest time! For an extra challenge there is a Weekender puzzle available each Friday with a trickier grid and more unusual words. Great features include: - Unlimited access to our two Daily puzzles and Weekender puzzle. - A collection of 50 built-in puzzles in various sizes and difficulties, perfect for beginners and avid players - Extra puzzle streams for endless play - Intuitive interface - Highlighting to show where you've chosen the same letter for different numbers - Option to fill in letters manually, or choose auto to fill in all occurrences of that letter at once - Save slots available to have several puzzles on the go at once, so you can stop for a break and come back to a puzzle later - Option to purchase extra value puzzle packs for offline play - Puzzles Plus subscription for unlimited puzzles Puzzles Plus Subscription Terms and Details Puzzles Plus is our optional subscription for CodeWords which entitles you to play all of the available Daily, Weekender and Stream puzzles as soon as they are available, without in-game adverts or any requirement to earn tokens. Subscribers can also choose to highlight their high scores with a choice of badges. Subscriptions are available with renewal periods of either monthly, quarterly (every 3 months), or yearly. The price shown is the cost of the renewal, with the saving value for longer subscription periods as a comparison to the monthly option. After you confirm a subscription, you will have a free trial period of seven days. Your iTunes Account will be charged as soon as the free trial is over. If you cancel the subscription at any time before the free trial is over, you will not be billed. The subscriptions are automatically renewing, and you will be charged again at the end of your current subscription period. Your subscription will automatically renew unless you turn this off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The renewal cost will be the same for each subscription period, and will be charged within the 24 hours before the end of your current subscription. You can manage the subscriptions at any time by going to the Account Settings in the Settings App after purchase. There are options to either change to a different renewal period (which will be at a different price) or to cancel your subscription completely. If you cancel the renewal you will still have access to the Puzzles Plus features until the full subscription period is complete. If you confirm the purchase of a subscription before the free trial is complete, any unused portion of the free trial will be lost. These terms are listed at the Astraware site at : https://www.astraware.com/about/puzzlesplus/ For more information on Data and Privacy, please view the Astraware Privacy page at http://www.astraware.com/privacy
Cryptogram +
Decode intricate cipher quotes and crack codes by connecting letters and numbers. Solve unique daily puzzles to reveal hidden words and expand your vocabulary. This brain-testing game offers thousands of challenges for adults.
- Decode cipher quotes
- Crack codes
- Solve daily crypto puzzles
- Expand vocabulary
- Thousands of hand-picked quotes
- Varying difficulty levels
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Cryptogram+ challenges you to decode intricate cipher quotes, decrypt letters, and crack the code. Connect words and numbers to solve unique daily crypto puzzles! In this classic cryptogram game, decipher cryptic quotes by making connections between letters and numbers. Use your logic to guess hidden word associations. Unlock quotes with each solved puzzle. Challenge yourself with thousands of cryptograms designed to test your brainpower and enhance your cross-logic skills. Engage in cryptography and experience the thrill of code-breaking with every puzzle you solve. Aim to become a true crypto master! How to Play: - Decode intricate cipher quotes by guessing the correct letters. - Use logic to uncover hidden quotes and utilize clues if you need help. - Carefully fill in letters to complete each puzzle and reveal the secret quotes. Game Features: - Enjoy thousands of hand-picked crypto quotes. - Expand your vocabulary and learn new words daily while playing! - User-friendly crossword game perfect for adults. - Varying difficulty levels to keep you challenged. Explore cryptogram challenges and find inspirational quotes in this word puzzle game! Download Now!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Cryptogram + at every 5 days against Astraware CodeWords's every 6 weeks. Cryptogram + also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 87%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Astraware CodeWords sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Cryptogram + sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Astraware CodeWords against 4.8 for Cryptogram +. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 162 and 91 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of Astraware CodeWords's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cryptogram +'s.
Astraware CodeWords ships an update every 6 weeks, Cryptogram + every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Astraware CodeWords | Cryptogram + |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (162 ratings) | 4.8 (91 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 87.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 162 — better | 91 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Astraware Limited | Megarama Games Ltd |
Customer experience
Astraware CodeWords
Cryptogram +
Bugs and requests
Astraware CodeWords
Reported bugs
3 issues- Hints not adding correctly to time
- Game no longer loads after recent update
- Purchased puzzles and packs not available
Requested features
4 requests- More free puzzles made available daily
- Flashing empty space indicator for last letter
- Theme-based puzzles and more daily challenges
- Ability to opt-out of competitive leaderboard
Cryptogram +
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Astraware CodeWords
- Puzzles Plus7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Puzzles Plus7 Days trial$2.993 Months
- Puzzles Plus7 Days trial$7.991 Year
- Fun-size Pack$0.99
- Family Pack$1.99
- Tough Pack$1.99
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- Easy Pack$1.99
- Tough Pack 2$1.99
- Vacation Pack$3.99
- Ad-Free Daily Puzzles$4.99
- Deluxe Pack$4.99
- Deluxe Pack 2$4.99
- Calendar Pack 2017$4.99
Cryptogram +
- Remove Ads$9.99
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