# Cryptogram vs Decipher

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Cryptogram at 10K against Decipher's 2. Cryptogram also leads on chart position (#50 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 20 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 10K 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 October 14, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cryptogram | Decipher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptogram-logic-puzzle-game/id6742755086/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decipher-word-puzzle/id6746736645/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 56.0% 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 | **#50** | — |
| Size | 304 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| 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:** #50 Top Grossing · Word, #104 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 |


### Decipher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/decipher-word-puzzle/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 10K 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 October 14, 2026 and Decipher on October 13, 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.*