Comparison

CrossMath vs Escape Brain Teaser

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Number-based crossword puzzles
  • Arithmetic equation solving
  • Daily brain training challenges
  • Hints and helper tools
  • Adaptive difficulty levels
  • Sleek, user-friendly interface
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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • Classic Thai puzzle challenge
  • Legendary hero escape scenario
  • Strategic piece sliding mechanics
  • Free movement with available space
  • Objective to reach the exit
Features
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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.

Screenshots

CrossMath4 screens
Escape Brain Teaser3 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CrossMath sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Escape Brain Teaser asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
CrossMath versus Escape Brain Teaser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossMathEscape Brain Teaser
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (129 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings129 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 17 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBringNext LLCBharath Bandaru

Customer experience

CrossMath

All ratings129 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%

Escape Brain Teaser

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CrossMath

One-time5
  • 10 Hints$0.99
  • 30 Hints$1.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
Show 2 more
  • 100 Hints$4.99
  • Remove Ads$8.99
None

Escape Brain Teaser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CrossMath free?
CrossMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Escape Brain Teaser free?
Escape Brain Teaser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CrossMath or Escape Brain Teaser?
Escape Brain Teaser is rated higher. CrossMath averages 4.7 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while Escape Brain Teaser averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do CrossMath or Escape Brain Teaser have ads?
CrossMath shows ads; Escape Brain Teaser does not.
Which is updated more often, CrossMath or Escape Brain Teaser?
CrossMath ships an update every 5 days, and Escape Brain Teaser every 17 months. Most recently, CrossMath was updated on October 15, 2026 and Escape Brain Teaser on October 3, 2026.

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