Comparison

CrossWeave vs Sem

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

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About

CrossWeave

Features
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Don't just solve crosswords—build them. CrossWeave is a fresh take on the classic crossword puzzle. In this two-phase word game, you'll solve clues to fill in words, then use those words to construct your very own crossword grid. Phase 1: Fill the Words Read each clue and use letters from the pool to complete the answer. Once every word is filled, you're ready to build your puzzle. Phase 2: Build the puzzle! Drag each word into place as you weave your words together crossword-puzzle style. In Expert Mode, you even need to find proper word orientation! Words must intersect correctly—place them wisely to complete your puzzle! A unique twist on crosswords that challenges both your vocabulary and spatial thinking. Infinite play mode. Puzzles are generated on the fly for nearly endless combinations. Fully offline, no internet required, no ads, no in-game purchases! Download CrossWeave and discover the crossword puzzle game where you're not just solving—you're creating.

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Sem

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SEM-ANTICS is a fast-paced card game where you race to match word cards to category cards. Spot a word that fits a fill-in-the-blank? A word that belongs to a list? Slam it down before someone else does. Each round, word cards are laid out on the table and category cards fill your hand. Find three words that match one category for a Forward set (5 pts), or one word that matches three categories for a harder Reverse set (7 pts). But be careful — a bad call costs you a point. PLAY YOUR WAY • Solo Practice — Hone your matching skills against the clock • Party Mode — One host screen, everyone plays on their phones. No app install required for guests. • Online Multiplayer — Ranked and unranked play with automatic or challenge-based validation • Daily Puzzles — Four puzzles a day at increasing difficulty. Track your streak. 213 words. 86 categories. Thousands of valid matches. No two games play the same. Free to start. Unlock additional card decks to mix up the challenge. A Zellman Lab game. Subscription Information Sem-Antics offers optional auto-renewing subscriptions: - Basic Monthly: $0.99 per month - Basic Annual: $9.99 per year - Plus Monthly: $1.49 per month - Plus Annual: $14.99 per year - Ultimate Monthly: $1.99 per month - Ultimate Annual: $19.99 per year Subscriptions unlock party mode, online extras, extended game history, and deck access according to the selected tier. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.sem-antics.com/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

CrossWeave4 screens
Sem4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CrossWeave at none against Sem's shown. Sem's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.1). On price, in-app purchases 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. CrossWeave sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Sem sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
CrossWeave versus Sem: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossWeaveSem
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.116.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEric WeaverMatthew Zellman

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CrossWeave

One-time2
  • 10 Hints$0.99
  • Unlimited Puzzle Generation$2.99
9 purchases

Sem

Subscriptions6
  • Basic Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Plus Monthly$1.491 Month
  • Ultimate Monthly$1.991 Month
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  • Basic Annual$9.991 Year
  • Plus Annual$14.991 Year
  • Ultimate Annual$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Royal Deck$0.99
  • Sky Deck$0.99
  • Brick Deck$0.99

Questions

Is CrossWeave free?
CrossWeave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sem free?
Sem is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CrossWeave or Sem have ads?
Sem shows ads; CrossWeave does not.

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