# Knotwords+ vs Boggle

The clearest difference is rating: Boggle at 4.6 against Knotwords+'s 3.8. Boggle also leads on monetization model (free vs paid) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 121). Knotwords+'s advantage is review sentiment (48% vs 33%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Boggle holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Boggle has 2.1K ratings behind it against 121, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 48% of Knotwords+'s written reviews are positive against 33% of Boggle's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Knotwords+ ships an update every 3 weeks, Boggle every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Knotwords+ | Boggle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (121 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knotwords-plus/id6449983614/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boggle-arcade-edition/id6453020941/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 121 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **48.4% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Size | 185 MB | 628 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.5 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zach Gage](https://appshunter.io/developer/294263418) | [Zynga Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/295913422) |

## What reviewers say

### Knotwords+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knotwords-plus/id6449983614)

A minimalist word puzzle game where you arrange letters to form valid words across and down. The game offers a guided progression, making challenging puzzles become easier as you play.

**Highlights:** Minimalist design, Elegant logic puzzle, Arrange letters to form words, Guided progression, Daily word fix

**Features:** With Apple Arcade, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable and challenging gameplay
- 🚀 Addictive and engaging
- 🧠 Exercises vocabulary and problem-solving skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cursor/input issues and unintuitive navigation
- 🤔 Obscure or questionable word choices
- 🔍 Unhelpful or unclear hints/definitions
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💾 Save/progress issues

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzle progress not saving properly
- Cursor jumping to unexpected cells
- Incorrect or nonsensical word definitions

**Requested features**

- Ability to create custom levels or puzzles
- Option to turn off haptic feedback
- Improved sync/progress tracking across devices
- More intuitive cursor/input controls
- Better hint system and word definitions


### Boggle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boggle-arcade-edition/id6453020941)

Engage in a classic word-puzzle game with multiple modes for solo play or multiplayer fun. Improve your vocabulary and strategic thinking through various challenges and skill-building courses. Compete globally or connect with friends for endless word game entertainment.

**Highlights:** Competitive multiplayer modes, Endless solo adventure, Skill-building courses, Daily global challenges, Remote group play via SharePlay

**Features:** With Apple Arcade, Game Controller support, Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 No ads
- 🚀 Improved multiplayer experience
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 👍 Helpful training and strategies
- 👍 Satisfying single-player mode

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Multiplayer issues (bots, glitches, repetitive)
- 🐛 Adventure mode bugs (unbeatable levels, repetitive boards)
- 🐛 Crashes and stability problems
- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 💰 Unclear purpose of coins

**Reported bugs**

- Multiplayer games getting stuck
- Adventure mode levels being impossible to complete
- Repeated boards in adventure mode
- Crashes and app not opening
- Words not being recognized properly

**Requested features**

- Add classic free-play Boggle mode
- Improve word dictionary and recognition
- Introduce a dark mode option
- Allow rotating the game board
- Provide an untimed play mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Knotwords+ free?

Knotwords+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Boggle free?

Boggle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Knotwords+ or Boggle?

Boggle is rated higher. Knotwords+ averages 3.8 out of 5 from 121 ratings, while Boggle averages 4.6 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Knotwords+ or Boggle have ads?

Neither Knotwords+ nor Boggle shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Knotwords+ or Boggle?

Knotwords+ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Boggle every 6 weeks. Most recently, Knotwords+ was updated on September 14, 2026 and Boggle on September 23, 2026.

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