Comparison

WatchRiddles vs 5 Second Rule

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

Head to head
About

WatchRiddles

Features
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Standalone watch app that displays random riddles from a list of 1000's

About

5 Second Rule

Test your quick thinking and reaction time with this fast-paced party game. Players have five seconds to provide three answers to a posed question, aiming to be the first to reach ten correct answers. Features multiple question decks, unlimited participants, and the ability to create custom questions.

Highlights
  • 5-second answer challenges
  • 12 question decks
  • Unlimited participants
  • Create custom questions
  • Simple and convenient interface
  • Play anywhere, anytime
Features
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5 Seconds is an exciting and fun game that tests your thinking speed and reaction. The rules are quite simple: • A question is posed to the player, and they have 5 seconds to come up with 3 answers before time runs out. • The winner is the player who first gives 10 correct answers! In this app, you’ll be able to: • Use 12 decks containing various questions. • Play with an unlimited number of participants. • Create your own unique questions and add them to the game. • Enjoy a simple and convenient interface that allows you to play anywhere and anytime. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your iTunes will automatically be charged at the same price for renewal, as stated above, within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. You can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/myappinfo1/privacy-policy Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/myappinfo/terms-of-use

Screenshots

5 Second Rule4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: 5 Second Rule at Free against WatchRiddles's $0.99. 5 Second Rule also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 38 months). WatchRiddles's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support 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

5 Second Rule is free to download; WatchRiddles costs $0.99 up front. 5 Second Rule sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. WatchRiddles asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WatchRiddles ships an update every 38 months, 5 Second Rule monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
WatchRiddles versus 5 Second Rule: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWatchRiddles5 Second Rule
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.5 (74 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—74 — better
Update frequencyEvery 38 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB159 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPaul ScottAnton Dziahel

In-app purchases

None

WatchRiddles

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

5 Second Rule

Subscriptions2
  • 5 Second Battle Rule Game3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • 5 Second Rule Party Game Cards3 Days trial$6.997 Days

Questions

Is WatchRiddles free?
WatchRiddles costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is 5 Second Rule free?
5 Second Rule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do WatchRiddles or 5 Second Rule have ads?
5 Second Rule shows ads; WatchRiddles does not.
Which is updated more often, WatchRiddles or 5 Second Rule?
WatchRiddles ships an update every 38 months, and 5 Second Rule monthly. Most recently, WatchRiddles was updated on November 7, 2026 and 5 Second Rule on November 4, 2026.

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