# Cryptogram vs Decipher

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Cryptogram at 11K against Decipher's 2. Cryptogram also leads on chart position (#48 vs unranked). Decipher's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cryptogram sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Decipher sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Decipher holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cryptogram has 11K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Cryptogram ships an update every 3 weeks, Decipher monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cryptogram | Decipher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-logic-puzzle-game/id6742755086/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decipher-cryptogram-puzzles/id6746736645/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 56.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#48** | — |
| Size | 304 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Tripledot Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1191319103) | [Errand Labs, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1763432057) |

## What reviewers say

### Cryptogram

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

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Grossing · Word, #97 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Package 1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package 2.99 | $2.99 | 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 |
| Package 9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package 12.99 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Package 19.99 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Package 49.99 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Package 99.99 | $99.99 | one-time |


### Decipher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decipher-cryptogram-puzzles/id6746736645)

Engage your mind with encrypted messages and famous quotes. This game tests your logic, vocabulary, and pattern recognition by having you crack substitution ciphers.

**Highlights:** Solve encrypted messages, Crack substitution ciphers, Test logic and vocabulary, Improve pattern recognition, Play with famous quotes

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| Decipher Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cryptogram free?

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

### Is Decipher free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cryptogram or Decipher?

Decipher is rated higher. Cryptogram averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Decipher averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Cryptogram or Decipher have ads?

Both Cryptogram and Decipher show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cryptogram or Decipher?

Cryptogram ships an update every 3 weeks, and Decipher monthly. Most recently, Cryptogram was updated on November 8, 2026 and Decipher on November 5, 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.*