Comparison

Strings vs Squaredle

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

Head to head
About

Strings

Solve daily themed word puzzles by tracing letters to find hidden words. Each puzzle has a central 'String' word that connects all answers, making it easier to solve. Enjoy a relaxing brain teaser with new puzzles daily and past puzzles available.

Highlights
  • Daily themed word search puzzles
  • Unique 'String' word mechanic
  • Past daily puzzles available
  • Weekly leagues and friend following
  • Earnable hints and no time limit
  • Multiple display modes
  • Progress sync with optional account
Features
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Strings is a calm, clever word search with a twist: every board hides a theme. Read the clue, then trace letters in any direction to find the hidden theme words. One special word, the String, ties the whole theme together and stretches across the board. Every letter belongs to exactly one answer, so each word you find makes the rest easier to spot. A NEW DAILY PUZZLE, AND MORE WHENEVER YOU WANT Solve today's Daily, then keep going. There's always another themed board waiting, so you never have to stop at one puzzle a day. Everyone gets the same Daily, so you can share your result and see who solved it fastest. CLEVER CLUES, SATISFYING "AHA!" MOMENTS Clues like "Petal pushers", "Lunar cycle" and "Counter intelligence" keep you guessing until the theme clicks. Then the words start falling into place. WHY PLAYERS COME BACK • A fresh Daily puzzle every day, plus every past Daily in the calendar • Streaks with milestone celebrations, and a daily goal that earns you bonus hints • Weekly Leagues with medals, and friends to follow • A Journey of spools and collections, plus trophies and monthly seals to earn • Hints you earn by finding bonus words, and no time limit • Light, sepia and dark modes, easy on the eyes day or night • A roomy board on iPad • Leave mid-puzzle and pick up right where you left off • An optional account backs up your progress and keeps your devices in sync. You never need one to play. HOW TO PLAY 1. Read the theme clue above the board. 2. Drag across neighboring letters to spell a word. Words can bend and change direction. 3. Theme words light up as you find them, and the String gets its own color. 4. Stuck? Find other words to fill the Hint meter, then tap Hint. Two hints in a row show the word order. 5. Use every letter to solve the puzzle. MADE FOR Word search fans, crossword and anagram solvers, and anyone who likes a quick brain teaser with their morning coffee. Most puzzles take just a few minutes. STRINGS PREMIUM Strings is free to play with ads. Strings Premium removes ads and adds daily bonus hints and more than 30 premium board themes, each with a day and a night scene. New subscribers get a 7-day free trial. Strings Premium is an optional auto-renewing subscription (monthly or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account. It renews unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel any time in your Apple Account settings. Questions or ideas? Email hello@stringsgame.com. We read every message. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://stringsgame.com/privacy

About

Squaredle

Engage in a daily word puzzle game inspired by an ancient palindrome. Connect adjacent letters to find hidden words and enjoy spectacular animations and an intelligent hint system. Offers both quick and deep challenges with offline play.

Highlights
  • Daily word puzzles
  • Classic and Express game modes
  • Advanced hint system
  • Spectacular word celebration animations
  • Offline gameplay
  • 14+ language support
  • Customizable themes
Features
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Discover words hidden in letter grids with stunning visual celebrations! Inspired by the ancient Sator Square — the 2,000-year-old Latin palindrome puzzle also known as Satordle — this addictive daily word puzzle game lets you connect adjacent letters to form words, featuring professional-grade animations and the most intelligent hint system available. WHY SQUAREDLE STANDS OUT: • Spectacular word celebration animations that reward every discovery • Two game modes: Classic 4x4 and Express 3x3 grids • Advanced hint system that shows partial word paths until you're ready to play • Daily puzzles with 55+ unique challenges refreshed every day • Beautiful visual feedback with every word you find • Built-in solver to tackle any custom grid configuration • Immersive word path animations with professional polish • Smart word categorization across all difficulty levels • Bonus word discoveries with premium visual rewards KEY FEATURES: • FREE daily word puzzles with fresh challenges every day • Express Mode for lightning-fast 3x3 puzzle sessions • Revolutionary hint display system - hints stay visible until you start playing • Interactive word path visualization with smooth animations • Intelligent tip system (3 free hints every 3 hours, or 15 with Premium) • Complete customization with 15 beautiful themes and custom colors • Multiple language support (14+ languages with full localization) • Offline gameplay - no internet connection required • Rich sound effects and satisfying haptic feedback • Intuitive interface designed for seamless gameplay across all ages • Auto-save progress with cloud synchronization PERFECT FOR: • Word game enthusiasts seeking daily brain training with visual rewards • Puzzle lovers who appreciate polished animations and smooth gameplay • Players who want flexible hint systems that adapt to their pace • Anyone looking for both quick sessions and deeper puzzle challenges • Gamers who value premium presentation and professional user experience PREMIUM EXPERIENCE: • Ad-free gameplay for uninterrupted word discovery • 5x more hints (15 instead of 3) refreshing every hour • Full theme customization with unlimited color combinations • Priority access to new features and game modes • Support indie developers creating quality puzzle games ADVANCED TOOLS: • Professional Squaredle Solver - analyze any grid configuration • Comprehensive progress tracking and detailed statistics • Cross-device synchronization keeps your progress everywhere • Debug tools and testing features for power users Join thousands of word puzzle fans who experience the most visually rewarding daily word game! Whether you're seeking quick Express challenges or deep 4x4 explorations, discover why Squaredle sets the standard for premium word puzzle experiences. Download now and transform your daily word discovery journey with stunning celebrations for every word you find! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Strings4 screens
Squaredle4 screens

Verdict

The call

Strings and Squaredle both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of Strings's written reviews are positive against 38% of Squaredle's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Strings sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Squaredle sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Strings against 4.8 for Squaredle. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 367 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Strings's written reviews are positive against 38% of Squaredle's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strings ships an update every 3 weeks, Squaredle fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 14, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Strings versus Squaredle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStringsSquaredle
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1K ratings) — better4.8 (367 ratings)
Positive reviews78.8% of reviews — better38.5% of reviews
Number of ratings1K — better367
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrostbyte Entertainment LLCKuantark Co., Ltd

Customer experience

Strings

All ratings1,043 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive78.8%
Neutral4.5%
Negative16.7%

Squaredle

All ratings367 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral1.6%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive38.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative61.5%

Bugs and requests

Strings

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Tap action issues (too sensitive or unresponsive)
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Grid/puzzle size issues on smaller screens

Requested features

3 requests
  • List of all available games
  • Ability to restart all puzzles
  • Dark mode option

Squaredle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Strings

Subscriptions2
  • Strings Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Strings Premium (Yearly)7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99
3 purchases

Squaredle

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly subscription$2.991 Month
  • Quarterly Subscription$6.993 Months
  • Yearly subscription$12.991 Year

Questions

Is Strings free?
Strings is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Squaredle free?
Squaredle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Strings or Squaredle?
Strings is rated higher. Strings averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Squaredle averages 4.8 from 367 ratings.
Do Strings or Squaredle have ads?
Both Strings and Squaredle show ads.
Which is updated more often, Strings or Squaredle?
Strings ships an update every 3 weeks, and Squaredle fortnightly. Most recently, Strings was updated on November 14, 2026 and Squaredle on November 14, 2026.

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