# Crozzle vs PlaySimple Cryptogram

The clearest difference is ratings volume: PlaySimple Cryptogram at 26K against Crozzle's 7.8K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Crozzle sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and PlaySimple Cryptogram sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Crozzle against 4.9 for PlaySimple Cryptogram. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.8K and 26K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of Crozzle's written reviews are positive against 27% of PlaySimple Cryptogram's.

Crozzle ships an update every 10 days, PlaySimple Cryptogram fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crozzle | PlaySimple Cryptogram |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crozzle-crossword-puzzles/id6474729809/reviews) | **[4.9 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playsimple-cryptogram/id6741839590/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7.8K | **26K** |
| Positive reviews | **30.0% of reviews** | 27.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #114 | **#58** |
| Size | 335 MB | 248 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | +4 |
| Developer | [MAG Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/307343213) | [PlaySimple Games Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1189416142) |

## What reviewers say

### Crozzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crozzle-crossword-puzzles/id6474729809)

**Currently charting:** #114 Top Grossing · Word, #150 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Engage in a competitive word puzzle game that elevates the classic crossword experience. Strategize to outscore opponents by strategically placing letters, completing words, and utilizing bonus squares. Enjoy daily brain training with a variety of clues and unlockable content.

**Highlights:** 1-on-1 crossword matches, Strategic letter placement, Bonus square scoring, Picture and word clues, Letter swapping, Game-boosting boosters, Daily events and leaderboards

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer | $0.49 | one-time |
| 30 Days Ad Free | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Gem Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $2.49 | one-time |
| Small Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Catch Of The Day | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tourist Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Large Offer | $6.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gem Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Wheel Deal | $9.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Gem Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Sky High Special | $19.99 | one-time |
| Supreme Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Gem Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Supreme Gem Pack | $54.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Gem Pack | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and creative game concept
- 💡 Interesting take on crossword puzzles
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay and challenges

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Unfair advantage given to opponents
- 💰 Excessive use of ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Technical issues like crashes and freezes
- 🔁 Repetitive puzzles and lack of new content

**Reported bugs**

- Game gets stuck in a loop, unable to progress
- Earned rewards and power-ups not credited properly

**Requested features**

- Add landscape mode support
- Implement progress saving and cloud sync
- Allow multiplayer against friends
- Provide more levels and new puzzle types


### PlaySimple Cryptogram

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playsimple-cryptogram/id6741839590)

**Currently charting:** #58 Top Free · Word, #89 Top Grossing · Word (US App Store)

Engage your mind with this word logic puzzle game. Decode encrypted messages by substituting letters to reveal hidden phrases and quotes. Offers daily challenges and hints to assist players of all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of engaging cryptogram puzzles, Diverse categories of messages, Intuitive gameplay mechanics, Hints and letter assistance, Daily cryptogram challenges, Multiple difficulty levels

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 300 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ladder Deal 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Timed Deal 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skip'its Pack | $2.49 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hint Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Fail Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Basic Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Puzzle Screen Burst Hint 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Hints Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Remove Forced Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Timed Deal 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Skip'its Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pack | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 💡 Good for the brain

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and loses progress
- 🔋 Battery draining issue
- 🤯 Frustrating revive mechanic
- 🤏 Small touch targets for ads

**Reported bugs**

- App randomly closes and loses progress
- Overheating issues on some devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to enlarge letters
- Improved ad experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crozzle free?

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

### Is PlaySimple Cryptogram free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Crozzle or PlaySimple Cryptogram?

PlaySimple Cryptogram is rated higher. Crozzle averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.8K ratings, while PlaySimple Cryptogram averages 4.9 from 26K ratings.

### Do Crozzle or PlaySimple Cryptogram have ads?

Both Crozzle and PlaySimple Cryptogram show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Crozzle or PlaySimple Cryptogram?

Crozzle ships an update every 10 days, and PlaySimple Cryptogram fortnightly. Most recently, Crozzle was updated on October 31, 2026 and PlaySimple Cryptogram on October 31, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Crozzle or PlaySimple Cryptogram?

Crozzle currently peaks at #114 in the App Store charts, and PlaySimple Cryptogram at #58. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*