# Crossword Scanner vs Block Puzzle Helper

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Block Puzzle Helper at 94% against Crossword Scanner's 33%. Block Puzzle Helper also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.3) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Crossword Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Block Puzzle Helper sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Block Puzzle Helper holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Block Puzzle Helper has 1.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Crossword Scanner's written reviews are positive against 94% of Block Puzzle Helper's.

Crossword Scanner ships an update every 9 days, Block Puzzle Helper every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crossword Scanner | Block Puzzle Helper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-scanner/id6474579859/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-puzzle-helper-blast/id6736616254/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **1.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **93.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 38 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Havnør](https://appshunter.io/developer/630262552) | [1MB SAAS SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772669068) |

## What reviewers say

### Crossword Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-scanner/id6474579859)

Capture crosswords from physical media or digital screenshots and solve them on your device. Features a live preview for accurate scanning and an intuitive interface for inputting answers.

**Highlights:** Scan crosswords with live preview, Import from device gallery, Solve scanned crosswords on device, Tap to edit horizontally/vertically, Supports iPhone and iPad

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Enable sharing | $39.99 | one-time |


### Block Puzzle Helper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-puzzle-helper-blast/id6736616254)

This app assists players in block puzzle games by offering manual and screenshot-based solving tools. It helps users overcome difficult levels and improve their puzzle-solving skills with intelligent recommendations.

**Highlights:** Manual block puzzle solver, Screenshot puzzle solver, Intelligent recommendations, Step-by-step solving, Block, rotate, and place blocks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime access! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime access! | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for solving puzzles
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💯 Effective in improving high scores
- 🎉 Saved users from losing
- 🤖 Accurate solutions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Slow analysis time
- 💸 Paid version required for full functionality
- 🔍 Inability to recognize special blocks

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect solutions leading to losses
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Automatic screenshot upload feature
- Continuous solving mode
- Optimization for streak preservation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crossword Scanner free?

Crossword Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Block Puzzle Helper free?

Block Puzzle Helper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Crossword Scanner or Block Puzzle Helper?

Block Puzzle Helper is rated higher. Crossword Scanner averages 1.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Block Puzzle Helper averages 4.8 from 1.9K ratings.

### Do Crossword Scanner or Block Puzzle Helper have ads?

Both Crossword Scanner and Block Puzzle Helper show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Crossword Scanner or Block Puzzle Helper?

Crossword Scanner ships an update every 9 days, and Block Puzzle Helper every 10 days. Most recently, Crossword Scanner was updated on October 24, 2026 and Block Puzzle Helper on October 30, 2026.

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