Comparison

SafeCracker vs CrossMath

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

Head to head
About

SafeCracker

A standalone game where players open safes by carefully listening to the tumblers. It offers a unique auditory puzzle experience for those who enjoy a challenge.

Highlights
  • Standalone safe cracking gameplay
  • Listen to tumblers to open safes
  • Auditory puzzle mechanics
  • Single-player experience
Features
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Standalone safe cracking game. Open the safe by listening to the tumblers.

About

CrossMath

This logic puzzle game combines crossword grid mechanics with number reasoning. Solve equations by filling in missing numbers to make each row and column equal the target result. It offers a unique brain-training experience for puzzle enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Math crossword grid logic
  • Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
  • Logic and arithmetic challenges
  • Weekly Trophy challenges
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Smart hint system
  • Offline play
Features
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CrossMath is a math crossword puzzle that mixes the grid logic of crossword with the number reasoning of Sudoku and Kakuro. Each row and column is an equation with addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division. Your job is simple: fill in the missing numbers so every row and every column equals the target result. If you love numbers, logic puzzles, and brain training, CrossMath is built for you. WHY CROSSMATH IS DIFFERENT Sudoku is about placement. Kakuro is about sums. Math Crossword uses all four operations at once, which makes each puzzle feel fresh, sharper, and more satisfying to solve. - Crossword style grid with math equations - All four operations: plus, minus, times, divide - Logic and arithmetic in every single move - Clean minimalist design that respects your focus KEY FEATURES - Weekly Trophy challenge: win boards to reveal a picture and earn a trophy - Multiple difficulty levels from easy warm-ups to expert grids - Smart hints that nudge you without spoiling the puzzle - Offline play, anywhere, anytime - No forced sign in, no pressure, no clutter - Simple controls, clear typography, dark and light themes WHO IS IT FOR - Sudoku and Kakuro fans looking for something new - Students who want fun mental math practice - Adults building sharper focus and working memory - Seniors training memory and concentration - Families looking for a wholesome puzzle to share BRAIN BENEFITS Solving math crosswords every day can help you: - Speed up mental arithmetic - Strengthen working memory - Build logical reasoning and pattern recognition - Improve focus and patience - Wind down with a calm, screen friendly puzzle HOW TO PLAY 1. Tap any empty cell in the grid 2. Tap or drag a number tile from the tray 3. Make sure each row and column matches its target 4. Use a hint if you get stuck 5. Complete the grid and unlock the next puzzle TIPS FROM THE COMMUNITY - Start with the shortest rows and columns - Look for cells that are forced by both a row and a column - Use the elimination habit you learned from Sudoku - Treat division and multiplication clues as fast wins Whether you call it CrossMath, Math Crossword, or just your favorite number puzzle, this is a calm, smart, satisfying way to spend a few minutes a day and keep your mind sharp. Download CrossMath now and start your daily brain workout.

Screenshots

CrossMath4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CrossMath at Free against SafeCracker's $0.99. CrossMath also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 19 months). SafeCracker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) 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

CrossMath is free to download; SafeCracker costs $0.99 up front. CrossMath sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. SafeCracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CrossMath holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CrossMath has 129 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SafeCracker ships an update every 19 months, CrossMath every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
SafeCracker versus CrossMath: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSafeCrackerCrossMath
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.7 (129 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1129 — better
Update frequencyEvery 19 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB108 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul ScottBringNext LLC

Customer experience

SafeCracker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

CrossMath

All ratings129 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

SafeCracker

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

CrossMath

One-time6
  • 10 Hints$0.99
  • 30 Hints$1.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
Show 3 more
  • 100 Hints$4.99
  • Remove Ads$8.99
  • Halloween Bundle$9.29

Questions

Is SafeCracker free?
SafeCracker costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is CrossMath free?
CrossMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SafeCracker or CrossMath?
CrossMath is rated higher. SafeCracker averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while CrossMath averages 4.7 from 129 ratings.
Do SafeCracker or CrossMath have ads?
CrossMath shows ads; SafeCracker does not.
Which is updated more often, SafeCracker or CrossMath?
SafeCracker ships an update every 19 months, and CrossMath every 4 days. Most recently, SafeCracker was updated on November 3, 2026 and CrossMath on November 4, 2026.

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