WordUp vs Speed Puzzler
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WordUp
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WordUp is a Dictionary definition word guessing game. The player is given a definition and has to guess the word based on the definition. The player may use a couple hints to guess the word but that reduces their total score. Also, the player has to spell the word correctly in order to win the round. There are three levels of play to select from, Beginner (gets three hints), Novice (gets two hints) and Expert (gets no hints). Using hints deducts points from the final score. This is Singleplayer or Multiplayer game. In Multiplayer mode the first player Creates a Room, selects the number of rounds, selects the time limit of each round and Invites others (up to five for a total of six players) to play the game. Once all the players have joined, the game begins with the first definition showing. Points and Scoring: players get points for guessing the word using the definition(s). The points given are based on the number of definitions for the word. Using the first hint will deduct 1 point from the total score, the second hint deducts 2 points, and the third hint deducts 3 points from the overall score. If the word is guessed on the first definition, then the score would be 7 for a word with 7 definitions, 5 for a word with 5 definitions, etc. Additionally, the player guessing the correct word also gets points for spelling the word correctly. The number of points is based on how many letters are in the word. For example: guessing a 5-letter word with 3 definitions and using 2 hints would be a total of 8 points. 5 points for the word minus 2 points for the hint equals 3. Add 5 points for spelling the word correctly and the total would be 8 points: 5 - 2 = 3 + 5 = 8.
Speed Puzzler
This app offers a focused, distraction-free experience for puzzle enthusiasts looking to improve their solve times. It features both timed gameplay for competitive practice and a casual mode for relaxed puzzling.
- Timer-based puzzle gameplay
- Casual mode for untimed play
- Multiple puzzle categories
- Best time tracking
- Distraction-free experience
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Designed for speed puzzlers who enjoy improving their solve times through focused, distraction-free gameplay, this app lets you complete jigsaw puzzles as quickly as possible while tracking your best times. When you want a break from timed play, a casual mode is available for relaxed puzzle solving at your own pace. Whether you’re practicing between sessions or simply enjoy competitive-style puzzling on the go, the experience stays fast, clean, and intentional. Features: • Timer-based puzzle gameplay • Casual mode for untimed play • Multiple puzzle categories New puzzles and features will be added over time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: WordUp at none against Speed Puzzler's shown. WordUp also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
WordUp ships an update every 5 days, Speed Puzzler every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WordUp | Speed Puzzler |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 92 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sean Torongeau | Holly Sawyer |
In-app purchases
WordUp
No in-app purchases
Speed Puzzler
No in-app purchases









