Comparison

Cross Sum Mania vs Increment

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

Head to head
About

Cross Sum Mania

Solve challenging number puzzles by completing overlapping equations. Use digits 1-9 once per puzzle to fulfill both horizontal and vertical math problems. This free game offers a fun and mentally stimulating experience.

Highlights
  • Overlapping horizontal and vertical equations
  • Uses digits 1-9 once per puzzle
  • Requires completion of all equations
  • Challenging logic gameplay
  • Free to play
Features
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A Cross Sum puzzle consists of 6 overlapping equations, 3 horizontal equations and 3 vertical equations. Each equation consists of three digits and two operations. The solution to each equation is given. To solve the puzzle you must complete each equation. The digits 1-9 are used ONLY ONCE in every puzzle. This game is more challenging than you might think. It's fun and it's FREE!

About

Increment

This arcade-style game challenges your reflexes and speed with arithmetic puzzles. Transform numbers based on instructions before the timer expires. Compete with friends in real-time races or tackle daily challenges.

Highlights
  • Arcade-style arithmetic puzzles
  • Real-time 1v1 friend races
  • Daily shared puzzles
  • Classic mode with streaks and leaderboards
  • Player profile with avatar and stats
  • One-handed play design
Features
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Increment is a fast, arcade-style mental math game that turns simple arithmetic into a test of speed and reflexes. The rule is simple: you're shown a number and an instruction, such as "Add 1 to each digit." Type the transformed number before the timer runs out. 125 → 236 Easy? Now do it in a second and a half. Then the digits roll over, so 9 becomes 0. The increment grows to +2, then +3. The numbers get longer and the clock gets shorter. VS: RACE A FRIEND Play 10 numbers and send the link. Your friend gets the same 10 numbers with your time on the clock for each one, so every number is a race. The faster answer takes the point. Pick an avatar and your country flag; they appear on every challenge you send. Works between iPhone and Android, no account needed. DAILY One puzzle a day, the same 20 numbers for everyone. Keep your day streak going and share your result grid. MODES • VS: race a friend's time on the same 10 numbers • Classic: build streaks, level up, three misses and you're out • Daily: one shared puzzle a day FEATURES • Player profile with your avatar, flag and stats • Quick runs and instant restarts • Game Center leaderboards for Classic and your Daily streak • Digit roll-over (9 → 0) that keeps every answer honest • Clean, high-contrast design built for one-handed play • Optional one-time Remove Ads upgrade No accounts. No distractions. Just you, the numbers, and the clock.

Screenshots

Cross Sum Mania2 screens
Increment4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cross Sum Mania at none against Increment's 1. Cross Sum Mania also leads on ads (none vs shown). Increment's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Increment sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cross Sum Mania asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Cross Sum Mania against 5.0 for Increment. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cross Sum Mania ships an update every 3 weeks, Increment daily. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Cross Sum Mania versus Increment: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCross Sum ManiaIncrement
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGilbert GonsalvesSSGM LLC

Customer experience

Cross Sum Mania

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Increment

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Cross Sum Mania

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Increment

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is Cross Sum Mania free?
Cross Sum Mania is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Increment free?
Increment is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cross Sum Mania or Increment?
Cross Sum Mania and Increment are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Cross Sum Mania or Increment have ads?
Increment shows ads; Cross Sum Mania does not.
Which is updated more often, Cross Sum Mania or Increment?
Cross Sum Mania ships an update every 3 weeks, and Increment daily. Most recently, Cross Sum Mania was updated on October 4, 2026 and Increment on October 11, 2026.

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