# CrossAbout vs Machine Yearning

The clearest difference is rating: CrossAbout at 5.0 against Machine Yearning's 4.8. CrossAbout also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 89%). Machine Yearning's advantage is ratings volume (53 vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CrossAbout sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Machine Yearning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CrossAbout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Machine Yearning has 53 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of CrossAbout's written reviews are positive against 89% of Machine Yearning's.

## The numbers

| Metric | CrossAbout | Machine Yearning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossabout/id6474667192/reviews)** | [4.8 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-yearning/id6476464472/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **53** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 89.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 26 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cinq-Mars Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/924648806) | [Tiny Little Keys Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726825490) |

## What reviewers say

### CrossAbout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossabout/id6474667192)

Build unique crossword puzzles by solving clues with multiple answers. Arrange words around challenges, earn stars, and unlock new content. A daily free puzzle keeps the wordplay fresh.

**Highlights:** Build puzzles in reverse, Clues with multiple answers, Earn stars for solving, Unlock themed packs, Daily free puzzle, Challenging grid layouts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 Stars | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Stars | $4.99 | one-time |
| 300 Stars | $8.99 | one-time |


### Machine Yearning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-yearning/id6476464472)

Create your own language and test your memory in this unique word game. Solve puzzles by inventing definitions and recalling them to prove your authenticity. Features retro pixel art, multiple game modes, and unlockable content.

**Highlights:** Create custom languages, Memory recall challenges, Campaign, Timed, and Endless modes, Retro pixel art style, Unlockable hats and themes, Cognitive skill enhancement

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Hats | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Enjoyable and quick game
- 👍 Easy to understand
- 👍 Super cool art style and gameplay
- 🚀 No ads
- 👍 Challenging and fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Can't turn off haptics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CrossAbout free?

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

### Is Machine Yearning free?

Machine Yearning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CrossAbout or Machine Yearning?

CrossAbout is rated higher. CrossAbout averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Machine Yearning averages 4.8 from 53 ratings.

### Do CrossAbout or Machine Yearning have ads?

Neither CrossAbout nor Machine Yearning shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*