CrossMath vs Escape Brain Teaser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CrossMath
This app offers a unique crossword experience where numbers replace words. Solve arithmetic equations to complete the grid, sharpening your mind with daily challenges. It's a fun blend of logic puzzles and math practice for all ages.
- Number-based crossword puzzles
- Arithmetic equation solving
- Daily brain training challenges
- Hints and helper tools
- Adaptive difficulty levels
- Sleek, user-friendly interface
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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.
Escape Brain Teaser
Guide a legendary hero through a classic Thai puzzle. Strategically slide pieces to free the hero from a guarded enclosure and reach the exit. Enjoy a challenging and immersive escape experience.
- Classic Thai puzzle challenge
- Legendary hero escape scenario
- Strategic piece sliding mechanics
- Free movement with available space
- Objective to reach the exit
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Escape Khun Phan – A Classic Thai Puzzle Challenge Immerse yourself in the legendary tale of Khun Phan, a hero trapped and surrounded by nine guards. Your mission? Help Khun Phan escape! How to Play? • Move the pieces freely where there is a space left. • Strategically slide the large square (Khun Phan) to the exit.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Escape Brain Teaser at none against CrossMath's 5. Escape Brain Teaser also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). CrossMath's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 17 months) and ratings volume (129 vs 2). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. CrossMath sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Escape Brain Teaser asks for nothing beyond the download.
Escape Brain Teaser holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CrossMath has 129 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
CrossMath ships an update every 5 days, Escape Brain Teaser every 17 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CrossMath | Escape Brain Teaser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (129 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 129 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 17 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 129 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BringNext LLC | Bharath Bandaru |
Customer experience
CrossMath
Escape Brain Teaser
In-app purchases
CrossMath
- 10 Hints$0.99
- 30 Hints$1.99
- Remove Ads$4.99
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- 100 Hints$4.99
- Remove Ads$8.99
Escape Brain Teaser
No in-app purchases
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