Comparison

Zen Math Crossword vs Flankz

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

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About

Zen Math Crossword

Engage your mind with a unique puzzle game that combines arithmetic challenges with crossword-style grids. Solve equations, work with fractions, and master various math operations to complete the puzzles. This game makes learning and practicing math enjoyable for all ages.

Highlights
  • Arithmetic and fraction puzzles
  • Crossword-style grid challenges
  • Skill enhancement for logic and math
  • Progressive difficulty levels
  • Helpful hints for assistance
Currently charting
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Challenge your mind with Zen Math Crossword, a unique puzzle game that blends arithmetic with classic crosswords! Solve equations, tackle fractions, and master various mathematical operations to fill the grid. Perfect for students and adults, this game makes learning math fun and engaging. Turn your device into a math playground! Solve puzzles, improve your skills, and enjoy brain-teasing challenges. HOW TO PLAY: To play, you'll need to solve a series of math problems, using addition (+), subtraction (-), multiplication (x), and division (÷). You'll also need to use logic and critical thinking to figure out the best way to solve each puzzle. Math Crossword is a great way to get your brain working and improve your math skills! KEY FEATURES: Diverse Math Puzzles: Equations, fractions, and more, across varying difficulty levels. Skill Enhancement: Sharpen your arithmetic and logical thinking. Progressive Difficulty: From beginner to expert, challenges for every skill level. Helpful Hints: Get unstuck and keep your progress going. Install and play for free Download Zen Math Crossword now and transform your spare moments into opportunities to boost your math skills!"

About

Flankz

Features
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A classic strategy game with a playful new personality. Flankz is easy to learn: place a disc, surround your opponent, and watch the board turn in your favor. Every move matters, and one clever flank can transform the entire match. PLAY YOUR WAY Challenge the computer across four difficulty levels, from welcoming beginner play to deeper strategic competition. Prefer playing together? Pass the device between two players for an easy local match. RACE THE CLOCK Play at your own pace or add a countdown with Relaxed, Quick, and Blitz clock modes. The clock begins after the first move, keeping every timed match fair and focused. LEARN AS YOU PLAY Legal-move highlights make the board easy to understand. Ask for a hint when you need one and receive strategic guidance based on the current position. MAKE IT YOURS Earn experience, complete achievements, level up, and unlock colorful board themes. Each match contributes to your progress, whether you win or discover a better strategy for next time. FEATURES • Traditional Reversi rules • Easy, Casual, Smart, and Expert AI • Local two-player pass-and-play • Optional countdown clock modes • Strategic hints and coaching • Animated placements and disc flips • Sound cues and haptic feedback • Experience levels and achievements • Unlockable visual themes • Portrait play designed for iPhone and iPad • No advertising Think ahead, control the corners, and find your winning flank.

Screenshots

Zen Math Crossword4 screens
Flankz3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flankz at none against Zen Math Crossword's 20. Flankz also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). Zen Math Crossword's advantage is chart position (#148 vs unranked). On price 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. Zen Math Crossword sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. Flankz asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zen Math Crossword ships an update every 2 weeks, Flankz every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Zen Math Crossword versus Flankz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZen Math CrosswordFlankz
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (7.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#148 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size260 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpillvoy Gaming Private LimitedArtticks Pte Ltd

In-app purchases

19 purchases

Zen Math Crossword

One-time19
  • Beginner Deal$1.99
  • Coin Pack$1.99
  • No Ads Package$2.99
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  • Special Pack$4.99
  • Super Deal$4.99
  • No Ads Package2 variants$4.99
  • Coin Pack$4.99
  • Master Deal$9.99
  • Coin Pack$9.99
  • Premium Pack$9.99
  • No Ads Package$9.99
  • Mega Deal$19.99
  • Coin Pack$19.99
  • Ultra Deal$29.99
  • Coin Pack$29.99
  • Giant Deal$49.99
  • Coin Pack$49.99
  • Legendary Deal$99.99
  • Coin Pack$99.99
None

Flankz

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zen Math Crossword free?
Zen Math Crossword is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flankz free?
Flankz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Zen Math Crossword or Flankz have ads?
Zen Math Crossword shows ads; Flankz does not.
Which is updated more often, Zen Math Crossword or Flankz?
Zen Math Crossword ships an update every 2 weeks, and Flankz every 3 days. Most recently, Zen Math Crossword was updated on October 17, 2026 and Flankz on October 14, 2026.

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