# Dabble vs CrossBlock!

The clearest difference is rating: CrossBlock! at 5.0 against Dabble's 4.4. CrossBlock! also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 75%). Dabble's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dabble sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months and CrossBlock! sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CrossBlock! holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Dabble's written reviews are positive against 100% of CrossBlock!'s.

Dabble ships an update every 2 months, CrossBlock! every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dabble | CrossBlock! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dabble-word-games-plus-spin/id6479333554/reviews) | **[5.0 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossblock/id6753983619/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **15** |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 219 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Parosa, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735618187) | [Denis Hiezely](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745285623) |

## What reviewers say

### Dabble

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dabble-word-games-plus-spin/id6479333554)

Engage your mind with a word game that combines vocabulary challenges and strategic board rotation. This app offers a relaxing experience designed to sharpen focus and bring people together through wordplay.

**Highlights:** Vocabulary challenges, Strategic board rotation, Focus sharpening, Mind relaxation, Generational bonding

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| Plus | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Starter | $2.99 | per year |
| Inclusive | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Plus | $5.99 | per year |
| Inclusive | $8.99 | per year |
| All Access | $19.99 | one-time |


### CrossBlock!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossblock/id6753983619)

Combine block-fitting puzzles with word creation by rotating and placing Tetris-like shapes to form crossword words. Enjoy quick, satisfying sessions or longer challenges with intuitive controls and a variety of puzzles.

**Highlights:** Rotate and fit unique shapes, Create crossword words, Endless puzzle combinations, Simple, clean design, Casual play, Daily brain training

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1000 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 10000 coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 50,000 coins | $17.99 | one-time |
| 100000 coins | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dabble free?

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

### Is CrossBlock! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Dabble or CrossBlock!?

CrossBlock! is rated higher. Dabble averages 4.4 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while CrossBlock! averages 5.0 from 15 ratings.

### Do Dabble or CrossBlock! have ads?

CrossBlock! shows ads; Dabble does not.

### Which is updated more often, Dabble or CrossBlock!?

Dabble ships an update every 2 months, and CrossBlock! every 2 days. Most recently, Dabble was updated on October 30, 2026 and CrossBlock! on November 5, 2026.

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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.*