# Crossword VS vs Flashback Trivia

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crossword VS at none against Flashback Trivia's 27. Flashback Trivia's advantage is ratings volume (8.2K vs 3) and chart position (#21 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flashback Trivia sells 25 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Crossword VS asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Crossword VS against 4.7 for Flashback Trivia. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashback Trivia has 8.2K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Crossword VS ships an update every 4 days, Flashback Trivia every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Crossword VS | Flashback Trivia |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-vs/id6757193304/reviews) | [4.7 (8.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashback-trivia/id6762447140/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **8.2K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 32.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#21** |
| Size | 295 MB | 246 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Michel Morcos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794479178) | [Lucky Echo Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1781128888) |

## What reviewers say

### Crossword VS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossword-vs/id6757193304)

Engage in a competitive crossword duel against a sophisticated AI. Solve clues and complete grids faster than your digital opponent to climb global rankings and earn daily rewards.

**Highlights:** Compete against AI, Global rankings, Daily challenge puzzles, Multiple difficulty modes, Track winning streaks, Earn exclusive rewards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Flashback Trivia

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashback-trivia/id6762447140)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Free · Trivia, #148 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

Test your knowledge of 80s, 90s, and 2000s pop culture with over 5,000 fact-checked questions. Enjoy daily challenges, power-ups, and offline play. Earn rewards and unlock experts as you build your streak.

**Highlights:** 5,000+ hand-crafted questions, Selectable decades (80s, 90s, 2000s, All-Time), Daily challenge puzzles, Power-ups (50/50, Reroll, Expert Hint), Daily login bonuses and rewards, Offline play, No sign-up required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (25)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 50 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Tickets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Newbie Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hint Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Refill Hearts | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2,500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ad Skips x10 | $2.19 | one-time |
| Adventure Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Hearts 3h | $2.99 | one-time |
| 175 Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Epic Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 325 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 7,500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trivia Pass Premium | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Hearts 1 Day | $6.99 | one-time |
| Ad Skips x50 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Expert Hints x30 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 750 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 16,000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1,700 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Crossword VS free?

Crossword VS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Flashback Trivia free?

Flashback Trivia is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Crossword VS or Flashback Trivia?

Crossword VS and Flashback Trivia are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 8.2K ratings respectively.

### Do Crossword VS or Flashback Trivia have ads?

Both Crossword VS and Flashback Trivia show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Crossword VS or Flashback Trivia?

Crossword VS ships an update every 4 days, and Flashback Trivia every 5 days. Most recently, Crossword VS was updated on September 30, 2026 and Flashback Trivia on October 20, 2026.

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