# CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles vs Daily Wordplay

The clearest difference is rating: CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles at 4.6 against Daily Wordplay's 3.7. CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles also leads on ratings volume (2.9K vs 27) and review sentiment (61% vs 38%). Daily Wordplay's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles has 2.9K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles's written reviews are positive against 38% of Daily Wordplay's.

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles ships an update every 2 weeks, Daily Wordplay every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles | Daily Wordplay |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewords-cryptogram-puzzles/id6746162471/reviews)** | [3.7 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daily-wordplay/id6749606262/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | **60.9% of reviews** | 37.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#146** | #198 |
| Size | 263 MB | 256 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [QuriousBit Games Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715784154) | [Skillpoint Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1447424170) |

## What reviewers say

### CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles

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

**Currently charting:** #146 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Time Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Basic Piggy Deal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Basic Piggy | $3.99 | one-time |
| Fail Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bronze Piggy | $7.99 | one-time |
| No ADS Forever | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Epic Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |


### Daily Wordplay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/daily-wordplay/id6749606262)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Grossing · Word (US App Store)

Engage your brain daily with a variety of word puzzles, including code-breaking, word association, and crosswords. Unlock archives and achieve daily goals to earn prizes. Share your progress with friends.

**Highlights:** Daily fresh word puzzles, Multiple game modes (Code Breaker, Word Chain, etc.), Daily Puzzle Goals and streaks, Puzzle Archives for replayability, Shareable puzzle results

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Coin Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass 30 Days | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin Pack | $7.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass 30 Days | $7.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass 30 Days | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Large Coin Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Extra Large Coin Pack | $39.99 | one-time |
| Massive Coin Pack | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles free?

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

### Is Daily Wordplay free?

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

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

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles is rated higher. CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Daily Wordplay averages 3.7 from 27 ratings.

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

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles shows ads; Daily Wordplay does not.

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

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles ships an update every 2 weeks, and Daily Wordplay every 9 days. Most recently, CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles was updated on November 8, 2026 and Daily Wordplay on November 8, 2026.

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

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles currently peaks at #146 in the App Store charts, and Daily Wordplay at #198. 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.*