# 4 Pics 1 Word vs MissingRule

The clearest difference is ratings volume: 4 Pics 1 Word at 138K against MissingRule's 1. 4 Pics 1 Word also leads on chart position (#24 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). MissingRule's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 4 Pics 1 Word sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and MissingRule sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MissingRule holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 4 Pics 1 Word has 138K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | 4 Pics 1 Word | MissingRule |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (138K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4-pics-1-word/id595558452/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/missingrule/id6780102858/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **138K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 62.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | — |
| Size | 193 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LOTUM GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/459029666) | [Anvaya Logic LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6779789577) |

## What reviewers say

### 4 Pics 1 Word

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4-pics-1-word/id595558452)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Grossing · Trivia, #69 Top Free · Trivia, #76 Top Grossing · Word, #129 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

This game presents four images that share a single word. Players must guess the common word to progress through numerous puzzles of varying difficulty. It offers instant, addictive fun with no complex setup required.

**Highlights:** Guess the common word, Four pictures per puzzle, Hundreds of levels, Continuous new puzzles, Addictive gameplay, Instant fun, no registration

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Offer Bundle 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Progressive Offer 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Progressive Offer 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Progressive Offer 3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Offer Bundle 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Progressive Offer 4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $5.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins 5 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins 6 | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Challenging and engaging
- 🤔 Helps improve mental acuity
- 👍 Fun for all ages
- 🕰️ Great time-passer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💢 Excessive ads and interruptions
- 🤯 Puzzles can be too easy or obscure
- 🔁 Repeating puzzles/lack of new content
- 🔒 Issues with progress/data restoration

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Incorrect word spellings
- Inconsistent timer/scoring issues

**Requested features**

- Difficulty settings or modes
- Ability to restore progress across devices
- More frequent puzzle updates
- Option to disable/reduce ads


### MissingRule

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/missingrule/id6780102858)

This is a pattern puzzle game where you must identify the hidden logic connecting items. Classify new items under pressure to prove you've cracked the rule. Features infinite levels, adaptive difficulty, and leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Pattern puzzle gameplay, Infinite generated levels, Adaptive difficulty, Star ratings for performance, Global leaderboards, Multiple rule categories (Numbers, Words, Visuals)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 4 Pics 1 Word free?

4 Pics 1 Word is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MissingRule free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 4 Pics 1 Word or MissingRule?

MissingRule is rated higher. 4 Pics 1 Word averages 4.7 out of 5 from 138K ratings, while MissingRule averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do 4 Pics 1 Word or MissingRule have ads?

Both 4 Pics 1 Word and MissingRule show ads.

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