bubble_ vs Words Parlor
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
bubble_
A simple and relaxing game where you tap to pop bubbles. It's designed for moments of quiet relaxation with no scores or timers to add pressure.
- Tap to pop bubbles
- No score or timer
- Designed for relaxation
- Simple swipe to restart
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Tap to pop bubbles. That’s it. No score. No timer. No pressure. Swipe left to start again. Designed for moments when you want to do nothing—on purpose.
Words Parlor
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Welcome to Word Parlor, a digital sanctuary for crossword lovers. We believe puzzles shouldn't be stressful. They should be a relaxing ritual—a way to sharpen your mind while soothing your soul. START YOUR COLLECTION Dive into our curated starter collection of themed puzzles. Whether you are dreaming of a road cruise adventure or a timeless bonding session, our handcrafted crosswords take you there, one word at a time. PLAY YOUR WAY • No Rush... Unless You Want It: By default, Word Parlor is a stress-free zone with no ticking clock. Prefer to track your speed? Simply toggle on the Optional Timer to challenge yourself. The choice is yours. • Designed for Comfort: We’ve ditched the tiny text and cluttered screens. Enjoy a clean, "large-print" interface that is easy on the eyes and simple to navigate. PURE & SIMPLE Word Parlor is free to play, supported by unobtrusive ads. Love the experience and want more? We have more challenging collections available for purchase. FEATURES: • Vintage Voyager Theme: A beautiful, retro aesthetic inspired by the good old postcards from a traveling friend. • Classic Gameplay: Engaging clues and grids that make sense. • Accessibility First: Covers the majority of accessibility features. • More Coming Soon: This is just the beginning of our journey. Stay tuned for new destinations and puzzle packs arriving soon! Download today and start your collection By using Words Parlor, you agree to the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA), which can be found here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: bubble_ at none against Words Parlor's 1. bubble_ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Words Parlor's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.2). On price 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
Both are free to download. Words Parlor sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. bubble_ asks for nothing beyond the download.
bubble_ ships an update fortnightly, Words Parlor every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | bubble_ | Words Parlor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Benjamin Pelley | Pen-Hsiang Liao |
In-app purchases
bubble_
No in-app purchases
Words Parlor
- American Road Tour Vol. 1$4.99
