Comparison

Cryptogram vs Word Hoot

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

Head to head
About

Cryptogram

Read full description

Our app offers an engaging way to challenge your mind by solving cryptogram puzzles based on well-known quotes. With three difficulty settings, randomly selected quotes, and a sleek dark interface, it provides an enjoyable puzzle experience for beginners and experienced players alike. Users can monitor their progress through detailed statistics and unlock achievements as they complete puzzles. The free version includes access to all difficulty levels, three lives per puzzle, and five hints to help solve challenging codes. Premium access provides unlimited lives and hints, along with exclusive daily challenges that introduce a new puzzle to enjoy each day. Whether you enjoy solving puzzles occasionally or love deciphering coded messages, our app combines entertainment, logical thinking, and mental stimulation in one convenient experience. This application contains auto-renewable subscriptions and In-App Purchases: 1 week - $4.99 1 month - $12.99 1 year - $39.99 Lifetime - $59.99 Terms of Use Link: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/19CrcwFCGHZYpbrgW-Ev2elF6CBFaOvmz2ljV7jB8Qlo/edit?usp=sharing

About

Word Hoot

Features
Read full description

Meet Word Hoot — the cosy cryptogram puzzle where every letter hides behind a number, and it's your job to crack the code. Each puzzle is a famous saying or proverb written as a secret cipher. Tap a number, choose its letter, and watch the phrase reveal itself. Simple to learn, wonderfully moreish to master. FEATURES • Hundreds of hand-picked cryptograms across Easy, Medium and Hard • A brand-new Daily Challenge every day — keep your streak alive • Themed puzzle packs to work through • Survival and Time Trial modes for a real test • Power-ups — reveal a letter, reveal a word, shield a mistake • Earn coins, diamonds and rewards as you climb the levels • Light and dark themes, adjustable text size • Play completely offline — no account, no sign-up No ads. No tracking. Just you, a clever owl, and a code to crack. Download Word Hoot and start sleuthing!

Screenshots

Cryptogram4 screens
Word Hoot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Word Hoot at none against Cryptogram's 5. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Cryptogram sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Word Hoot asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Cryptogram versus Word Hoot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCryptogramWord Hoot
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmma Wilsonkarl mueller

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Cryptogram

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly-NoTrial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
Show 1 more
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
None

Word Hoot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cryptogram free?
Cryptogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Word Hoot free?
Word Hoot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cryptogram or Word Hoot have ads?
Neither Cryptogram nor Word Hoot shows ads.

Other comparisons