Comparison

CrossMath vs Rummy 500

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

Rummy 500

Features
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Enjoy Rummy 500 with smooth gameplay, smart computer opponents, and extensive rule customization. Play the classic card game your way. Choose your starting hand size, score to win, and opponent difficulty, then customize the rules to match the version of Rummy 500 you know. Choose from House Rules, Classic Rules, or create and save your own setup. Customize options including wild 2s, Jokers, Ace behavior, discard-pile pickups, opening meld requirements, joker stealing, final-discard rules, scoring values, and how the winner is determined. Features include: • Classic Rummy 500 gameplay • Easy, Medium, and Hard computer opponents • House and Classic rule sets • Extensive customizable game rules • Save your favorite settings as My Rules • Adjustable starting hand and winning score • Custom Joker, Ace, discard, meld, and scoring rules • Smooth and intuitive card controls • Game statistics to track your performance • Clean, modern interface Whether you play traditional Rummy 500 or grew up with your own house rules, you can set up the game the way you remember it. Build runs and sets, pick your moments from the discard pile, manage your hand, and race to 500.

Screenshots

CrossMath4 screens
Rummy 5004 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CrossMath at 4.7 against Rummy 500's 3.0. CrossMath also leads on ratings volume (129 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Rummy 500's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. Rummy 500 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CrossMath holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CrossMath has 129 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CrossMath versus Rummy 500: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossMathRummy 500
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (129 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings129 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size243 MB13 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperBringNext LLCLOGAN LAWRENCE

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CrossMath

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

Rummy 500

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CrossMath free?
CrossMath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rummy 500 free?
Rummy 500 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CrossMath or Rummy 500?
CrossMath is rated higher. CrossMath averages 4.7 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while Rummy 500 averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do CrossMath or Rummy 500 have ads?
CrossMath shows ads; Rummy 500 does not.

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