Comparison

Red Herring vs PG Hashtag

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

Head to head
About

Red Herring

This word puzzle game challenges you to group words into categories while identifying misleading "Red Herring" words. Enjoy a fun, challenging, and easy-to-learn experience with no time limits and three difficulty levels suitable for all ages.

Highlights
  • Group words into categories
  • Identify misleading "Red Herring" words
  • No time limit
  • Three difficulty levels
  • Daily puzzle
Features
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Red Herring is the word connections game. How to play: 1. Make the connections and group words into categories. 2. Look out for the Red Herrings, pesky words whose sole purpose is to mislead you. 3. Have fun making the connections! Red Herring is a FUN, CHALLENGING, and EASY TO LEARN word connections puzzle game. Each puzzle has only one correct solution and there's no time limit. Three difficulty levels make it suitable for the whole family. Don't say we didn't warn you if you can't stop playing. Give Red Herring a try today! From the creators of 7 Little Words and Moxie. ----- Red Herring contains 25 puzzles and a daily puzzle that you can play for free. Additional puzzles are available for purchase inside the app.

About

PG Hashtag

Features
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Test your word skills with PG Hashtag, a unique crossword-style word puzzle game that will challenge your vocabulary and strategic thinking! HOW TO PLAY: • Arrange letters to form four 5-letter words in a hashtag pattern (#) • Drag and drop letters to swap their positions • Green tiles indicate letters in the correct position • Yellow tiles show letters that belong in the word but are in the wrong position • Complete the puzzle in as few moves as possible! FEATURES: • Multiple difficulty levels to suit all skill levels • Achievement system to track your progress • Engaging gameplay that sharpens your mind • Clean and intuitive interface • Perfect for quick gaming sessions or extended play CHALLENGE YOURSELF: Every puzzle is carefully crafted to provide the perfect balance of challenge and satisfaction. Can you solve the puzzle within the move limit? Test your vocabulary and problem-solving skills as you work to complete each hashtag pattern. Whether you're a word game enthusiast or just looking for a fun brain teaser, PG Hashtag offers an addictive puzzle experience that will keep you coming back for more! Download now and start solving!

Screenshots

Red Herring3 screens
PG Hashtag4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PG Hashtag at none against Red Herring's 10. PG Hashtag also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, ads and device support 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. Red Herring sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. PG Hashtag asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Red Herring ships an update every 3 months, PG Hashtag every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Red Herring versus PG Hashtag: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRed HerringPG Hashtag
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (48K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings48K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlue Ox Family Games, Inc.Celtic Wards, LLC

Bugs and requests

Red Herring

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Formatting issues after updates
  • Inability to access previous daily puzzles
  • Ads that cannot be dismissed

Requested features

5 requests
  • More free daily puzzles
  • Less American-focused content
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to replay past puzzles
  • Hints system improvements

PG Hashtag

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Red Herring

One-time10
  • Curiosity - 50 Puzzles$1.99
  • Brilliant! - 50 Puzzles$1.99
  • Allegro - 50 Puzzles$1.99
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  • Spelunking - 50 Puzzles$1.99
  • Renaissance - 50 Puzzles$1.99
  • IQ - 50 Puzzles$1.99
  • Serendipity - 50 Puzzles$1.99
  • Unlimited Hints$2.99
  • Older Daily Puzzles 2014 Jul - Dec$3.99
  • Quantum Leap - 175 Puzzles$4.99
None

PG Hashtag

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Red Herring free?
Red Herring is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PG Hashtag free?
PG Hashtag is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Red Herring or PG Hashtag have ads?
Both Red Herring and PG Hashtag show ads.
Which is updated more often, Red Herring or PG Hashtag?
Red Herring ships an update every 3 months, and PG Hashtag every 9 days. Most recently, Red Herring was updated on October 23, 2026 and PG Hashtag on October 17, 2026.

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