Comparison

Heads Up! vs Caveman Codewords

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

Head to head
About

Heads Up!

This is a charades-style party game where players guess words displayed on a phone held to their forehead, with friends shouting clues. It offers a wide variety of themed decks and the ability to create custom categories for endless entertainment.

Highlights
  • Word guessing with friends
  • Themed card decks
  • Custom category creation
  • Tilt controls for guessing
  • Record gameplay videos
  • Play via Facetime
Features
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It's the game The New York Times called a "Sensation!" and Cosmopolitan raved “Your existence is dull and meaningless without this life-changing app!” Get ready for endless fun with Heads Up!, the exhilarating charades-style party game that's taking the world by storm. Guess the words on the screen as your friends and family shout out clues. With diverse categories ranging from Celebrities to Movies and Hilarious Accents, Heads Up! guarantees hours of laughter for everyone involved. How to Play: 1. Select from over 100 themed decks or create your own custom category! 2. Hold the phone to your forehead and let the word guessing commence! 3. Tilt down for correct answers and up to pass on challenging words. 4. Keep the fun rolling with an extensive library of engaging trivia cards! Decks You’ll Get: - Celebrity Quiz - Blockbuster Movies - Animals - Accents - Superheroes - Famous Characters - And lots more! Features: - Enjoy group play with friends, team, or even hundreds of players simultaneously. - Draw new word cards with a simple tilt of your phone. - Keep priceless memories by recording gameplay videos to keep for yourself or share on social media - Entertain everyone from trivia buffs to casual players with various difficulty levels. - Updated frequently with seasonal and topical fun, plus huge brands like Harry Potter, Marvel, Seinfeld, Friends, Star Wars, and much more! Heads Up! is the ultimate party game that combines the best elements of charades, trivia, and light-hearted team competition. Whether you're looking to liven up a family gathering or a game night with friends, this app is your ticket to endless fun. It's your super-affordable way to bring joy and laughter to any occasion. Download Heads Up! now and let the unforgettable guessing games begin!

About

Caveman Codewords

Features
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Welcome to Caveman Codewords! Journey back to the Stone Age in this hilarious word-guessing game that will have your tribe roaring with laughter! What's the Game? Caveman Codewords challenges you to describe any word using only single-syllable "caveman speak." Can you make your tribe understand complex ideas with the simplest grunts? Key Features: • Primal Rules: Use one-syllable words to explain the secret codeword • Tribal Fun: Play with friends and family for maximum hilarity • Brain Stretch: Flex your vocabulary and creative thinking muscles • Stone Age Style: Enjoy charming prehistoric-themed graphics • Endless Discoveries: Thousands of words to decipher How to Play: 1. Gather your cave clan (friends and family) 2. Take turns as the "Tale Bringer" (the one describing) 3. Use only simple grunts (one-syllable words) to describe the secret word 4. Watch your tribemates scratch their heads as they try to guess 5. Dodge the Tribe Elder's club if you use big words! Perfect for parties, family game nights, or any time you want to embrace your inner caveman while playing a word game! Why You'll Love It: • Easy to learn, hilariously hard to master • Brings people together with shared laughter and head-scratching moments • Sharpens communication and creative problem-solving skills • Fun for all ages - from young cave-kids to wise mammoths! Download Caveman Codewords now and start your prehistoric word adventure! Unga bunga!

Screenshots

Heads Up!4 screens
Caveman Codewords4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Caveman Codewords at Free against Heads Up!'s $1.99. Caveman Codewords also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). Heads Up!'s advantage is chart position (#1 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

Caveman Codewords is free to download; Heads Up! costs $1.99 up front. Heads Up! sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Caveman Codewords sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Heads Up! ships an update every 2 weeks, Caveman Codewords every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Heads Up! versus Caveman Codewords: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHeads Up!Caveman Codewords
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (294K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews32.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings294K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#1 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size191 MB29 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperWarner Bros.Jost Karlin

Bugs and requests

Heads Up!

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Purchased decks disappearing or not restoring
  • Freezing and crashing on certain devices
  • Inaccurate voice recognition and gesture detection

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to adjust game timer length
  • More free content and decks
  • Improved deck management and organization
  • Better customer support and communication

Caveman Codewords

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Heads Up!

One-time11
  • Just For KidsFree
  • The Ellen ShowFree
  • Mix It UpFree
Show 8 more
  • Branded$1.99
  • That's So 90s$1.99
  • Food Fight$1.99
  • Super Heroes$1.99
  • Adult Supervision$1.99
  • Adult Supervision 2: Even Adultier$1.99
  • Happy Holidays$1.99
  • Adults Only! Bundle$7.99
1 purchases

Caveman Codewords

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$1.99

Questions

Is Heads Up! free?
Heads Up! costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Caveman Codewords free?
Caveman Codewords is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Heads Up! or Caveman Codewords have ads?
Neither Heads Up! nor Caveman Codewords shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Heads Up! or Caveman Codewords?
Heads Up! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Caveman Codewords every 2 days. Most recently, Heads Up! was updated on October 1, 2026 and Caveman Codewords on September 14, 2026.

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