Comparison

Alias vs JoyBox

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

Head to head
About

Alias

This word guessing game challenges players to describe words to their teammates without using forbidden terms, all against a ticking clock. It offers a vast library of words, customizable rules, and fun additional tasks for a dynamic party experience.

Highlights
  • Over 15,000 words
  • Describe words without forbidden terms
  • Timed rounds
  • Additional quirky tasks
  • Customizable game rules
  • Team-based gameplay
Features
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Dive into the world of Alias, the ultimate board game that challenges your word prowess and promises hours of fun with friends and family. Gather around, pick a word, and get guessing! • Engage with Alias: Over 15,000 handpicked words spanning diverse categories await. Whether you're a novice or a word wizard, Alias has a challenge for you. • Explain & Win: The essence of Alias is simple yet exhilarating. Describe a word to your team without uttering the forbidden terms. But remember, the clock is ticking! • A Twist in the Tale: Craving more excitement? Spice things up with quirky additional tasks. Ever tried explaining a word while doing squats? Now's your chance! • Your Game, Your Rules: Customize your gameplay. Adjust the round duration, decide the victory word count, and more. Make each game uniquely yours. • Team Vibes: It's all about camaraderie and competition. Alias isn't just another board game, it's a bonding experience, a test of wit, and an unadulterated joyride. Perfect for word enthusiasts and anyone looking to have a memorable time with loved ones. Why wait? Dive into the enthralling world of Alias and let the games begin!

About

JoyBox

Features
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JoyBox to Twoje mobilne centrum gier towarzyskich i imprezowych! Zapomnij o noszeniu kart, planszy czy rekwizytów — wszystko, czego potrzebujesz do rozkręcenia domówki, znajdziesz w jednej aplikacji. DOSTĘPNE GRY: • Prawda czy Wyzwanie – klasyka w nowym wydaniu • Nigdy Przenigdy – odkryjcie wzajemnie swoje sekrety • Butelka – zakręć i sprawdź, co czeka na Ciebie! • Gorący Ziemniak – szybko odpowiedz i podaj dalej • Kalambury – pokazuj hasła bez użycia słów • Tabu – opisz słowo bez zakazanych wyrażeń • Kto Najprawdopodobniej – wskaż osobę pasującą do opisu • Mafia – znajdź mordercó • 5 Sekund – wymień 3 rzeczy zanim czas minie! • Królewski Puchar – impr • Dwie Prawdy i Kłamstwo – zgadnij, co jest zmyślone TRYB ONLINE (multiplayer): • Quiz Arena – quiz z sab! • Mafia Online – każdy gracz na swoim telefonie • Alias Online, Szkicownik DLACZEGO JOYBOX? • Ponad 11 800 pytań i haseł — gra nigdy się nie znudzi • Regularnie dodawane now • Intuicyjny interfejs — zacznij grać w 10 sekund • Działa bez internetu (t Pobierz za darmo i rozkręć każdą imprezę !!! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Alias4 screens
JoyBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

Alias and JoyBox are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Alias sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and JoyBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Alias ships an update every 6 weeks, JoyBox every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 8, 2026.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Alias versus JoyBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAliasJoyBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB212 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperOlena GotsulyakJTA DEVS SP Z O O

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Alias

One-time1
  • Premium version$3.99
2 purchases

JoyBox

Subscriptions2
  • Tygodniowy$2.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month

Questions

Is Alias free?
Alias is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JoyBox free?
JoyBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Alias or JoyBox have ads?
Both Alias and JoyBox show ads.
Which is updated more often, Alias or JoyBox?
Alias ships an update every 6 weeks, and JoyBox every 3 weeks. Most recently, Alias was updated on October 8, 2026 and JoyBox on October 8, 2026.

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