Comparison

Pick Puzz vs Cryptogram

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pick Puzz

Engage in a relaxing 3D puzzle experience with a vast collection of colorful jigsawscapes. Unlock captivating artful puzzles, challenge your brain, and unwind as you complete HD images and coloring book-style mosaics. Perfect for both new and experienced puzzlers seeking a creative outlet.

Highlights
  • 3D puzzle gameplay
  • Artful relaxation
  • Unlockable 3D puzzles
  • HD image mosaics
  • Coloring book style puzzles
  • Multiple difficulty levels
Features
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Embark on a journey into the relaxing world of 3D puzzles with Pick Puzz! Enjoy top-notch free content and a premium gaming experience. As you progress through the levels, you'll unlock many captivating 3D puzzles. Dive into artful relaxation with Pick Puzz, where each puzzle is a canvas waiting for you to paint over it. Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or new to the game, our colorful jigsawscapes will challenge your brain and help you relax. Each puzzle is a mosaic of HD images, coloring books, all inviting you to play with colors and shapes. Unleash your inner artist as you explore various levels of intricacy. From simple block puzzles to intricate jigsawscapes, like pages from a coloring book, Pick Puzz fits every skill level. Each level brings new challenges and rewards, making your puzzle journey enjoyable and enriching. Navigate through many images, each more mesmerizing than the last. Whether classic paintings, modern art, or scenic landscapes, our collection satisfies every taste. Enjoy completing colorful pictures piece by piece, watching the mosaic come to life under your fingertips. Relaxation meets challenge in Pick Puzz. Play with or without guides, challenge yourself with intricate patterns, or unwind with simpler puzzles. Relax as you color and paint your way through the game. Our commitment to quality shows in every part of the game, from curated images to intuitive gameplay. Join a global community of puzzle enthusiasts and discover why Pick Puzz is the ultimate destination for relaxation and mental stimulation. Indulge in the pleasure of assembling colorful jigsawscapes, each piece bringing you closer to a masterpiece. Whether you want to unwind after a long day or seek a creative outlet, Pick Puzz offers a place where art and play meet. Experience the satisfaction of solving puzzles that challenge your brain and soothe your soul with vibrant colors and harmonious compositions. Join us where every puzzle tells a story, each piece fitting perfectly to reveal a stunning image. With Pick Puzz, puzzle-solving becomes artistic expression. Explore our HD images and embark on a journey of discovery and relaxation. Relax and enjoy as you paint and complete beautiful pictures, turning each block into a work of art. Dive into the colorful world of Pick Puzz, where each level offers new ways to relax and play with art.

About

Cryptogram

Engage with scripture through challenging puzzles designed to reveal hidden biblical messages. This game offers an enlightening journey of faith and knowledge by exploring scriptures and decoding secrets.

Highlights
  • Unravel biblical mysteries
  • Decode scripture messages
  • Explore hidden truths
  • Challenging puzzles
  • Enlightening journey of faith
Features
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"Bible Code" invites you to unravel profound biblical mysteries through challenging puzzles. Explore scriptures, decode messages, and uncover hidden truths on an enlightening journey of faith and knowledge.

Screenshots

Pick Puzz4 screens
Cryptogram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pick Puzz at 4.8 against Cryptogram's 4.1. Pick Puzz also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (41% vs 19%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Cryptogram sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Pick Puzz asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pick Puzz holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 213 and 132 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Pick Puzz's written reviews are positive against 19% of Cryptogram's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pick Puzz ships an update fortnightly, Cryptogram every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pick Puzz versus Cryptogram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPick PuzzCryptogram
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (213 ratings) — better4.1 (132 ratings)
Positive reviews40.6% of reviews — better19.0% of reviews
Number of ratings213 — better132
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size271 MB235 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoyteractiveNewPubCo, Inc

Customer experience

Pick Puzz

All ratings213 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive40.6%
Neutral18.8%
Negative40.6%

Cryptogram

All ratings132 ratings
Positive77.3%
Neutral3.8%
Negative18.9%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive19.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative64.3%

User reviews

Pick Puzz

From 213 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
  • 🖼️ Beautiful puzzle pictures
  • 🧩 Larger puzzle pieces than other games
  • 🚫 No time limits
  • ✨ No way of making mistakes

Room to improve

  • 😵 Too many ads
  • 🔢 Puzzles are too easy with numbers
  • ✋ Pieces not picked up easily
  • 🔄 Progress reset with updates
  • ⚠️ App not working after update

Cryptogram

From 132 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Enjoyable Bible cryptograms
  • 💡 Good for scripture memorization
  • 👍 Least annoying cryptogram app
  • 👍 Refreshing and relaxing
  • 👍 Fun way to learn scripture

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Game freezes frequently
  • 🐛 App stops working
  • 🐛 Cannot advance to next level
  • 🐛 Daily prayer not working
  • 🐛 Too many commercials/ads

Bugs and requests

Pick Puzz

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • App stopped working correctly after last update
  • Daily puzzles not accessible
  • Home page is black with a non-functional folder icon
  • Bottom buttons not working correctly
  • Cannot leave puzzle in progress and return to it
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  • Progress reset with newest update
  • App crashes frequently
  • Game no longer loads after update
  • Game tokens disappeared
  • App freezes when using hint feature
  • Ads are annoying and require multiple clicks to dismiss

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to pay for ad-free experience
  • Remove numbers from board and tray for more challenge
  • Fix issue with Apple Pencil not being recognized

Cryptogram

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Game freezes after first play
  • App won't let user advance to next level
  • Daily prayer stopped working
  • Game freezes at end of game
  • Blank screen after puzzle completion
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  • Same puzzle given twice in a row
  • App stopped working after update
  • Daily challenge stuck on a specific date
  • Game freezes and goes dark after puzzle completion
  • Cannot complete level at 100%
  • Goes back to main area and wants to complete same level again
  • Changing actual Bible verse
  • Tutorial issues

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add more puzzle bundles
  • Allow choosing difficulty level
  • Fix daily prayer functionality
  • Remove ads after purchase
  • Fix game progression issues
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  • Fix blank screen after puzzle completion
  • Fix repeating puzzles
  • Improve app stability
  • Fix slow response times

In-app purchases

None

Pick Puzz

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Cryptogram

One-time4
  • Coins pack$0.99
  • Small pack of hints$1.99
  • Remove ads$2.99
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  • Big pack of hints$3.99

Questions

Is Pick Puzz free?
Pick Puzz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cryptogram free?
Cryptogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pick Puzz or Cryptogram?
Pick Puzz is rated higher. Pick Puzz averages 4.8 out of 5 from 213 ratings, while Cryptogram averages 4.1 from 132 ratings.
Do Pick Puzz or Cryptogram have ads?
Both Pick Puzz and Cryptogram show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pick Puzz or Cryptogram?
Pick Puzz ships an update fortnightly, and Cryptogram every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pick Puzz was updated on September 25, 2026 and Cryptogram on September 23, 2026.

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