# Cryptogram vs CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles

The clearest difference is update cadence: CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles at every 10 days against Cryptogram's every 3 weeks. Cryptogram's advantage is ratings volume (9.9K vs 2.2K). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cryptogram sells 20 one-off in-app purchases and CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles sells 24 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Cryptogram against 4.6 for CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.9K and 2.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of Cryptogram's written reviews are positive against 57% of CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles's.

Cryptogram ships an update every 3 weeks, CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cryptogram | CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (9.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-logic-puzzle-game/id6742755086/reviews)** | [4.6 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewords-cryptogram-puzzles/id6746162471/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.9K** | 2.2K |
| Positive reviews | 55.7% of reviews | **57.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#43** | #116 |
| Size | 304 MB | 257 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tripledot Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1191319103) | [QuriousBit Games Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715784154) |

## What reviewers say

### Cryptogram

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-logic-puzzle-game/id6742755086)

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Grossing · Word, #93 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Decode encrypted messages, quotes, and riddles using logic and pattern recognition. This game offers daily challenges and a relaxing, pressure-free environment to sharpen your brain and improve cognitive skills.

**Highlights:** Decode encrypted messages, Daily cryptogram challenges, Train brain and improve logic, Thousands of handcrafted puzzles, No timers or pressure, Track daily progress rings

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 0.99$ | $0.99 | one-time |
| Natalia's Special | $0.99 | one-time |
| Package 1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package 2.99 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Keyboard Clean Pack 3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 3.99$ | $3.99 | one-time |
| Package 3.99 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4.99$ | $4.99 | one-time |
| 5.00$ | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 4.99 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package 5.99 | $5.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack 7.99 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Keyboard Clean 9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package 9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package 12.99 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Package 19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Package 29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Package 49.99 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Package 99.99 | $99.99 | one-time |


### CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewords-cryptogram-puzzles/id6746162471)

**Currently charting:** #116 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Crack encrypted word puzzles by deciphering number-to-letter substitutions. Uncover hidden messages, quotes, and lyrics while sharpening your logic and pattern recognition skills. Enjoy thousands of challenges with optional hints and offline play.

**Highlights:** Crack cryptograms, Solve thousands of puzzles, Decode hidden messages, Hints and smart assistance, New puzzles regularly, Offline play, Track progress

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Time Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| BigPaw's Hint Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30 Hints Sale | $2.49 | one-time |
| Basic Piggy Deal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Basic Piggy | $2.99 | one-time |
| Basic Piggy | $3.99 | one-time |
| 30 Hints | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.49 | one-time |
| Fail Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| No ADS for 1 Month | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 60 Hints | $6.99 | one-time |
| Bronze Piggy | $7.99 | one-time |
| Fairytale Cursor Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3500 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| No ADS Forever | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Silver Piggy | $15.99 | one-time |
| Epic Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Emerald Piggy | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cryptogram free?

Cryptogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles free?

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cryptogram or CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles?

Cryptogram is rated higher. Cryptogram averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.9K ratings, while CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles averages 4.6 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do Cryptogram or CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles have ads?

Both Cryptogram and CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cryptogram or CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles?

Cryptogram ships an update every 3 weeks, and CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles every 10 days. Most recently, Cryptogram was updated on September 24, 2026 and CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Cryptogram or CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles?

Cryptogram currently peaks at #43 in the App Store charts, and CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles at #116. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*