# Codeword Unlimited + vs Cryptogram Clues

The clearest difference is price: Cryptogram Clues at Free against Codeword Unlimited +'s $4.99. Cryptogram Clues also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). Codeword Unlimited +'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Cryptogram Clues is free to download; Codeword Unlimited + costs $4.99 up front. Cryptogram Clues sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Codeword Unlimited + asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Codeword Unlimited + against 4.7 for Cryptogram Clues. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Codeword Unlimited + has 55 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Codeword Unlimited + ships an update every 2 months, Cryptogram Clues every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codeword Unlimited + | Cryptogram Clues |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codeword-unlimited-plus/id633759494/reviews) | **[4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-clues-word-puzzles/id6795049942/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 83.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#156** | — |
| Size | 70 MB | 237 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Havos](https://appshunter.io/developer/309789068) | [YULIYA NORENBERH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764812243) |

## What reviewers say

### Codeword Unlimited +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codeword-unlimited-plus/id633759494)

**Currently charting:** #156 Top Paid · Word (US App Store)

This app offers an unlimited supply of number-based word puzzles, similar to crosswords but without clues. Players decode numbers into letters to reveal hidden words, with customizable grid sizes, difficulty levels, and word lists in multiple languages.

**Highlights:** Unlimited codeword puzzles, Customizable grid size, Adjustable difficulty levels, Highlighting of same letters, Word validity checker, View word definitions, Multi-language word lists

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Addictive and enjoyable gameplay
- 🧠 Keeps mind active and sharp
- 🌟 Well-designed and user-friendly
- 💡 Flexible challenges and levels
- 💰 Worth the purchase for ad-free experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 American spelling and words used
- 🐛 App not optimized for recent screens
- 🐛 Update ruined the app, cannot open
- 🐛 Letters inserted automatically
- 🐛 Scientific words unsuitable

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot open app after update
- App not optimized for recent screens
- Regularly rejects common words
- Black screen on launch
- Cannot erase a letter that is not in the right place

**Requested features**

- UK English dictionary option
- Option to remove ads
- Option to not have a timer or a pause button
- New Game button on the menu bar
- Backspace button


### Cryptogram Clues

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-clues-word-puzzles/id6795049942)

Engage your mind with challenging cryptogram puzzles. Solve clues, decode letters, and reveal hidden quotes and interesting facts. This game combines logic, deduction, and vocabulary for a unique brain-teasing experience.

**Highlights:** Challenging cryptogram puzzles, Logic and deduction gameplay, Word puzzles with clues, Hidden quotes and facts, Hints for assistance, Brain teasers

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 20 Hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codeword Unlimited + free?

Codeword Unlimited + costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cryptogram Clues free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Codeword Unlimited + or Cryptogram Clues?

Cryptogram Clues is rated higher. Codeword Unlimited + averages 4.7 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while Cryptogram Clues averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Codeword Unlimited + or Cryptogram Clues have ads?

Cryptogram Clues shows ads; Codeword Unlimited + does not.

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

Codeword Unlimited + ships an update every 2 months, and Cryptogram Clues every 2 weeks. Most recently, Codeword Unlimited + was updated on November 6, 2026 and Cryptogram Clues on November 10, 2026.

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