# Codewords + vs Codeword Unlimited

The clearest difference is ads: Codewords + at none against Codeword Unlimited's shown. Codewords + also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). Codeword Unlimited's advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 39 months) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 352). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Codewords + sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Codeword Unlimited sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Codewords + against 4.7 for Codeword Unlimited. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codeword Unlimited has 1.8K ratings behind it against 352, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Codewords +'s written reviews are positive against 81% of Codeword Unlimited's.

Codewords + ships an update every 39 months, Codeword Unlimited every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codewords + | Codeword Unlimited |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (352 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewords-plus/id598055041/reviews)** | [4.7 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codeword-unlimited/id643961117/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 352 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **88.5% of reviews** | 81.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 39 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sarah Pierce](https://appshunter.io/developer/406813189) | [Havos](https://appshunter.io/developer/309789068) |

## What reviewers say

### Codewords +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewords-plus/id598055041)

Solve crosswords where letters are replaced by numbers. Decipher the code to reveal the hidden words. Offers five difficulty levels, making it suitable for beginners and experienced players alike. Enjoy a clean, digital experience with unlimited attempts and progress tracking.

**Highlights:** Number-coded crosswords, Five difficulty levels, 1400 puzzles available, Progress tracking, Mental exercise

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gentle Pack #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gentle Pack #2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Easy Pack #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Easy Pack #2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack #2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard Pack #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard Pack #2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Expert Pack #1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gentle Pack #4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gentle Pack #3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack #4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack #3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard Pack #4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard Pack #3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Megapack | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app, no ads
- 🎯 Well designed and straightforward to use
- 🧠 Challenging and engaging
- 🔍 Helps sharpen the mind
- 💡 Beats paper version

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Not entirely free, have to pay for more puzzles
- 🌐 Uses American spelling, not suitable for UK users
- 🔍 Hard to see/read visuals
- 💰 A little too pricey for the number of puzzles

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzle #29 looks different from actual puzzle
- App is slowing down user's phone, needs update

**Requested features**

- Add a help/clue button
- Option to choose UK English spelling
- Add a timer for more challenge
- Allow users to insert letters manually
- Add more puzzles/levels


### Codeword Unlimited

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codeword-unlimited/id643961117)

This app offers an unlimited supply of number-to-letter word puzzles, also known as Codewords or Cryptograms. Players can customize grid size, difficulty, and starting letters. It supports multiple languages and includes helpful tools for solving.

**Highlights:** Unlimited puzzle generation, Customizable grid size, Adjustable difficulty levels, Multi-language support, Letter highlighting, Word validity checker, View word definitions

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Supporter (no ads) | $4.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Mentally stimulating
- 👍 Customizable difficulty levels
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay
- 💪 Keeps the brain active
- 🎮 Enjoyable game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Intrusive ads
- ⏱️ Inaccurate timers
- 🔍 Questionable word choices
- 🇺🇸 American-centric vocabulary
- 🤖 Automated hints/penalties

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on certain devices
- Incompatibility issues with updates
- Incorrect word definitions

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads
- More challenging word lists
- Ability to manually fill in letters
- Improved timer accuracy
- Localization for different languages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codewords + free?

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

### Is Codeword Unlimited free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Codewords + or Codeword Unlimited?

Codewords + is rated higher. Codewords + averages 4.8 out of 5 from 352 ratings, while Codeword Unlimited averages 4.7 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do Codewords + or Codeword Unlimited have ads?

Codeword Unlimited shows ads; Codewords + does not.

### Which is updated more often, Codewords + or Codeword Unlimited?

Codewords + ships an update every 39 months, and Codeword Unlimited every 4 months. Most recently, Codewords + was updated on October 10, 2026 and Codeword Unlimited on October 14, 2026.

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