# CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles vs Cross World

The clearest difference is update cadence: CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles at every 10 days against Cross World's monthly. Cross World's advantage is review sentiment (70% vs 57%) and ratings volume (7.6K vs 2.2K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles sells 24 one-off in-app purchases and Cross World sells 16 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 — 4.6 for CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles against 4.6 for Cross World. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.2K and 7.6K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 57% of CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles's written reviews are positive against 70% of Cross World's.

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles ships an update every 10 days, Cross World monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles | Cross World |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codewords-cryptogram-puzzles/id6746162471/reviews) | **[4.6 (7.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-world-word-riddles/id6751934503/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K | **7.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **70.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#111** | #137 |
| Size | 257 MB | 276 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [QuriousBit Games Private Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715784154) | [MNO GO APPS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1528305579) |

## What reviewers say

### CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles

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

**Currently charting:** #111 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 |


### Cross World

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-world-word-riddles/id6751934503)

**Currently charting:** #137 Top Free · Trivia (US App Store)

This app combines classic crossword puzzles with trivia questions across various subjects. Solve word riddles, test your knowledge, and expand your vocabulary with daily challenges and a colorful interface.

**Highlights:** Trivia-based crossword clues, Text and picture questions, Thousands of trivia questions, Daily crossword challenges, Clue system for difficult puzzles, Star and coin rewards, Unlockable achievements

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Streak Shield x1 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Premium Spin | $0.49 | one-time |
| Hint Reveal Right Letter ×2 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Hint Reveal Random Letters ×7 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hint Reveal Random Letter ×7 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hint Reveal Right Letter ×7 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hint Reveal Answer ×10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coins ×500 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hint Reveal Right Letter ×10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hint Reveal Random Letter ×10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coins ×1000 | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coins ×1500 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $8.99 | one-time |
| Coins ×3000 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Coins ×5000 | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles free?

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

### Is Cross World free?

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

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

Cross World is rated higher. CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Cross World averages 4.6 from 7.6K ratings.

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

Both CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles and Cross World show ads.

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

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

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

CodeWords Cryptogram Puzzles currently peaks at #111 in the App Store charts, and Cross World at #137. 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.*