Comparison

crosswort vs GradeUp

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

Head to head
About

crosswort

Learn languages through daily crosswords with clues in your target language and English answers. This method focuses on word recall rather than recognition, mimicking natural language acquisition. It's designed for effective vocabulary building and comprehension.

Highlights
  • Daily crosswords
  • Clues in target language
  • English answers
  • Vocabulary recall focus
  • Natural language acquisition method
Features
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Learn a new language the way your brain actually works — by retrieving words, not just recognizing them. Crosswort gives you a daily crossword where every answer is in English, but the clues are in your target language. You're not translating — you're recalling. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

GradeUp

Features
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Grade Up is the ultimate study companion for civil service professionals preparing for promotion exams. Whether you're aiming for your next grade level or a departmental exam, Grade Up gives you everything you need to study effectively and pass with confidence. SMART FLASHCARD SYSTEM Study with a powerful flashcard system built for active recall. Each card helps you retain key concepts, definitions, and exam-relevant material. Flip through cards at your own pace and focus on the topics that matter most. PERSONALIZED STUDY PLANS Grade Up creates a personalized experience based on your grade level, department, exam date, and study schedule. Tell us how often you want to study and we'll build a plan that fits your life. TEXT-TO-SPEECH Learn on the go with built-in text-to-speech. Listen to flashcards while commuting, exercising, or doing chores. Hands-free learning means you can make progress anywhere. EXAM DATE COUNTDOWN Set your exam date and Grade Up keeps you on track. Your study plan adapts to the time you have left, ensuring you cover all material before exam day. DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC CONTENT Select your ministry and department to access material tailored to your career path. Grade Up covers content for various government ministries, departments, and agencies. PROGRESS TRACKING Monitor your journey with progress tracking. See which topics you've mastered and which need attention. Stay motivated watching your knowledge grow. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING Choose your preferred study frequency and time. Whether daily or a few times a week, morning or evening, Grade Up adapts to your routine. PUSH NOTIFICATIONS Never miss a study session. Gentle reminders keep you consistent and on track. Build a daily habit that leads to exam success. DARK MODE Study comfortably anytime. Switch between light and dark themes to reduce eye strain during late-night sessions. WHO IS GRADE UP FOR? - Civil servants preparing for promotion exams - Government employees at any grade level - Public sector professionals advancing their careers - Anyone preparing for departmental exams

Screenshots

crosswort4 screens
GradeUp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GradeUp at none against crosswort's 2. On price, update cadence, ads 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. crosswort sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. GradeUp asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

crosswort ships an update every 2 weeks, GradeUp fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
crosswort versus GradeUp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametercrosswortGradeUp
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB43 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperNeil DurbinGodwin Olorunshola

In-app purchases

2 purchases

crosswort

Subscriptions2
  • Crosswort Premium$8.991 Month
  • Crosswort Premium Annual$71.991 Year
None

GradeUp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is crosswort free?
crosswort is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GradeUp free?
GradeUp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do crosswort or GradeUp have ads?
Neither crosswort nor GradeUp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, crosswort or GradeUp?
crosswort ships an update every 2 weeks, and GradeUp fortnightly. Most recently, crosswort was updated on October 31, 2026 and GradeUp on October 25, 2026.

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