Comparison

Strings vs Squardle

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

Head to head
About

Strings

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
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Looking for challenging word games that go beyond the ordinary? Discover Strings, the innovative word search game that strands together vocabulary and strategy in an entirely new way. Unlike traditional word games or crosswords, Strings challenges you to create intricate strands of interconnected words by tracing paths through a letter grid. Each puzzle becomes a web of possibilities as you connect letters to discover words hiding in plain sight. Key Features: - Unique blend of word search and connect-the-dots gameplay - Challenging puzzles that test both vocabulary and spatial skills - Beautiful, intuitive interface that makes word finding feel natural - Different topics and themes to keep the challenges fresh Exercise your mind and discover the satisfaction of weaving words together. Whether you're a casual player or a word game enthusiast, Strings offers a fresh take on vocabulary puzzles that will keep you coming back for more. Download Strings today and start creating your own path through the world of words! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: hello@frostbyteentertainment.com

About

Squardle

Features
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Squardle is a word puzzle app with two ways to play: a daily Squaredle-style word search and an unlimited crossword-grid guessing game, both wrapped in a warm, ink-and-paper look that's easy on the eyes for a quick puzzle break or a long session. If you enjoy Wordle, Squaredle, or crossword-style word games, Squardle gives you a fresh daily puzzle plus unlimited play whenever you want more. HOW TO PLAY — DAILY • Drag across adjacent letters — including diagonally — to spell out hidden words • Find every word hidden in the grid to complete the puzzle • Letters no longer needed by any remaining word fade away as you go, so the grid gets more irregular the further you get • The grid grows through the week: smallest on Monday, largest on Sunday • Solving a puzzle keeps your daily streak alive HOW TO PLAY — UNLIMITED • Each board has 5 across words and 5 down words interlocking with each other • Pick a row or column, type a 5-letter word, and submit • Use the color clues to narrow down every answer • Solve the whole board before you run out of guesses Green = right letter, right spot Yellow = letter is in that row's answer Red = letter is in that column's answer Orange = letter is in both the row's and column's answers White = letter is elsewhere on the board Black = letter isn't on the board at all GAME MODES Daily A new word-search grid every day. Trace out every hidden word, keep your streak going, and come back tomorrow for a new one. Unlimited Play as many crossword-grid puzzles as you like. Choose Classic for a relaxed 10-guess budget or Challenge for a tighter 7-guess budget, with bonus guesses earned as you solve lines. FEATURES • Two distinct puzzle types in one app: word search and crossword grid • Daily challenge plus unlimited gameplay • Grid size grows day by day through the week • Classic and Challenge difficulty modes for Unlimited • Daily hints that reveal part of a word when you're stuck • A lifetime word collection of everything you've ever solved • Stats tracking for streaks, solve times, and perfect (hint-free) games • A calm, paper-and-ink visual style instead of flat, saturated colors PERFECT FOR FANS OF • Wordle • Squaredle • Crossword puzzles • Word search games • Daily word games • Brain training and vocabulary games Whether you want a quick daily word search or an unlimited crossword challenge, Squardle gives you a rewarding way to test your vocabulary every day. Download Squardle today and start your streak. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Strings4 screens
Squardle2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Squardle at weekly against Strings's every 3 weeks. Squardle also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Strings sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Squardle sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strings ships an update every 3 weeks, Squardle weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Strings versus Squardle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStringsSquardle
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews79.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrostbyte Entertainment LLCTzu Yu Chou

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

Squardle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Strings

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99
3 purchases

Squardle

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Premium Quarterly$4.993 Months
  • Premium Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Strings free?
Strings is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Squardle free?
Squardle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Strings or Squardle have ads?
Both Strings and Squardle show ads.
Which is updated more often, Strings or Squardle?
Strings ships an update every 3 weeks, and Squardle weekly. Most recently, Strings was updated on October 18, 2026 and Squardle on October 8, 2026.

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