Comparison

The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 vs QuizHive

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

Head to head
About

The Da Vinci Cryptex 2

Solve 50 unique riddles and logical enigmas to escape a series of rooms. This brain-teasing sequel offers immersive graphics and captivating music as you unlock new levels. Test your IQ and see how many puzzles you can crack.

Highlights
  • 50 unique handcrafted puzzles
  • Logical enigmas
  • Immersive 3D graphics
  • Captivating background music
  • Hint system available
Features
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Test your IQ and gain your freedom by solving 50 new exciting riddles in this sequel of the enigmatic Da Vinci's Room! Trapped in a room once again, crack logical enigmas written in a book to escape the room Find the answers, unlock the Cryptex, and see what awaits you in the next level! "The Da Vinci Cryptex 2" is a brainteasing free game consisting of 50 unique new handwritten riddles. The more you go on, the harder to solve the puzzles So, how many enigmas can you actually crack? Warning: this IQ game may be addictive! Features: - 50 unique handcrafted puzzles - Hints available (with the bulb button) - Immersive graphics - Captivating background music - Play 20 levels for free, unlock the full game with a single and cheap in-app purchase If you love puzzles, word games, brain thinking, mind games, logic riddles, and enigmas, you'll have so much fun with "The Da Vinci Cryptex 2" _________________________________ XSGames is an independent solo startup from Italy. Find out more at xsgames.co Follow @xsgames_ on both X and Instagram

About

QuizHive

Test your knowledge with an AI-powered trivia game offering endless questions across various categories. Compete solo, challenge friends locally or online, and climb global leaderboards to earn coins and unlock rewards.

Highlights
  • Endless AI-powered quizzes
  • Global leaderboards
  • Local and online multiplayer
  • Earn coins and unlock rewards
  • Daily trivia insights
  • Progress tracking
Features
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Welcome to QuizHive, the ultimate trivia experience where your knowledge pays off! Whether you're a casual player looking to pass the time or a competitive quizzer aiming for the top spot, QuizHive is your new obsession. Dive into an endless variety of exciting trivia, powered by cutting-edge AI. Face mind-bending categories, rack up shiny coins, and climb the ranks of our global leaderboard. Challenge yourself solo or gather friends for the ultimate showdown. Are you ready to rule the hive? Key Features Endless AI-Powered Quizzes Never run out of questions! Our intelligent AI dynamically generates fresh trivia across a massive variety of categories so you always have a new challenge waiting. Global Leaderboards Think you’re the smartest? Prove it! Answer questions correctly, earn points, and climb the Daily and All-Time global leaderboards. Compete against players worldwide for ultimate bragging rights. Multiplayer Modes Trivia is better together! Pass & Play: Gather your friends around a single device for an intense local multiplayer showdown. Online Multiplayer: Connect with friends or challenge opponents over the internet in real-time battles of wits. Earn Coins & Unlock Rewards Every correct answer brings you closer to earning coins! Stack up your virtual wealth as you conquer different stages and unlock exciting new content. Smart Daily Insights Keep your mind sharp! Check the app daily for fun trivia insights and custom category recommendations tailored just for you. Track Your Progress Monitor your stats! Keep track of your highest scores, categories mastered, and the friends you've defeated. Seamless Experience Enjoy a stunning, fast, and secure user interface whether you log in using your Google Account, email, or prefer to play as a Guest. Join the QuizHive community today, test your knowledge, and find out what the buzz is all about!

Screenshots

The Da Vinci Cryptex 24 screens
QuizHive3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: QuizHive at 5.0 against The Da Vinci Cryptex 2's 3.9. QuizHive also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). The Da Vinci Cryptex 2's advantage is ratings volume (18 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and QuizHive sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

QuizHive holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 ships an update every 2 months, QuizHive every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 versus QuizHive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Da Vinci Cryptex 2QuizHive
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (18 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB56 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperXSGamesJulius Olasupo

In-app purchases

3 purchases

The Da Vinci Cryptex 2

One-time3
  • Full Game$1.99
  • Full Game + Coffee$3.99
  • Full Game + Love$7.99
3 purchases

QuizHive

One-time3
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Pro Pack$2.99
  • Mega Pack$5.99

Questions

Is The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 free?
The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is QuizHive free?
QuizHive is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 or QuizHive?
QuizHive is rated higher. The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while QuizHive averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 or QuizHive have ads?
Neither The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 nor QuizHive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 or QuizHive?
The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 ships an update every 2 months, and QuizHive every 9 days. Most recently, The Da Vinci Cryptex 2 was updated on November 3, 2026 and QuizHive on October 31, 2026.

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