# Strings vs Squaredle

Strings and Squaredle both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Strings's written reviews are positive against 33% of Squaredle's. Strings also leads on ratings volume (1K vs 304). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Strings sells 2 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Strings against 4.7 for Squaredle. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 304 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Strings's written reviews are positive against 33% of Squaredle's.

Strings ships an update every 3 weeks, Squaredle every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Strings | Squaredle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strings-word-search/id6736436570/reviews)** | [4.7 (304 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squaredle/id6748396327/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 304 |
| Positive reviews | **80.5% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 70 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Frostbyte Entertainment LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772009662) | [Kuantark Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509967573) |

## What reviewers say

### Strings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strings-word-search/id6736436570)

This word search game offers a unique twist by challenging players to create interconnected word strands by tracing paths through a letter grid. It combines vocabulary and spatial reasoning for an engaging puzzle experience with various themes.

**Highlights:** Word search and connect-the-dots gameplay, Challenging vocabulary and spatial puzzles, Intuitive interface, Multiple topics and themes, Mind exercise and word weaving

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Engaging and fun gameplay
- 🚀 Smooth playing experience
- 💡 Challenging topics
- 🔒 Unobtrusive ads
- 👍 Relaxing and brain-stimulating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ads covering letters making them unclickable
- 🐛 Laggy tap response
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Grid/puzzle too big for some screens

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- List of all available games
- Ability to restart all puzzles
- Dark mode option


### Squaredle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squaredle/id6748396327)

Engage in a daily word puzzle game where you connect adjacent letters to find hidden words. Enjoy stunning animations, an intelligent hint system, and multiple game modes for a visually rewarding experience.

**Highlights:** Daily word puzzles, Classic and Express game modes, Advanced hint system, Spectacular celebration animations, Offline gameplay, Multiple language support, Customizable themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Subscription | $6.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly subscription | $12.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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 4.7 from 304 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 every 2 weeks. Most recently, Strings was updated on October 3, 2026 and Squaredle on October 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*