Cross Sum Mania vs Increment
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Overlapping horizontal and vertical equations
- Uses digits 1-9 once per puzzle
- Requires completion of all equations
- Challenging logic gameplay
- Free to play
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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!
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Increment sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Cross Sum Mania asks for nothing beyond the download.
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.
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.
| Parameter | Cross Sum Mania | Increment |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Daily — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gilbert Gonsalves | SSGM LLC |
Customer experience
Cross Sum Mania
Increment
In-app purchases
Cross Sum Mania
No in-app purchases
Increment
- Remove Ads$1.99
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