Comparison

Cipher Command vs Cipher Attack

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

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About

Cipher Command

Immerse yourself in WWII codebreaking. Decrypt authentic historical messages using real encryption techniques, from Caesar shifts to the Enigma machine. Learn about wartime operations and advance through ranks as you master cryptanalysis.

Highlights
  • Decrypt 7 historical cipher types
  • 30+ WWII-themed missions
  • Interactive cipher wheel
  • Learn historical context
  • Progress through ranks
  • Frequency analysis tools
Features
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Step into the shoes of a Bletchley Park codebreaker. Cipher Command is an immersive puzzle game where you decrypt authentic World War II cipher messages using historical encryption techniques. CRACK REAL CIPHERS Master seven historically accurate cipher systems — from the classic Caesar shift to the legendary Enigma machine. Each puzzle uses a real encryption method employed during wartime operations. 30+ HISTORICAL MISSIONS Decode intercepted messages spanning D-Day preparations, Pacific Theater intelligence, Eastern Front communications, and Cold War-era signals. Every mission is grounded in real historical events. INTERACTIVE CIPHER WHEEL Spin the beautifully crafted Caesar dial to decrypt messages letter by letter. Tap individual cipher letters, rotate the wheel, and watch the plaintext emerge — no shortcuts, just pure codebreaking skill. LEARN AS YOU PLAY Each mission briefing provides historical context about the operation, the cipher technique, and the stakes. The built-in Codex reference covers every cipher type with examples and history. EARN YOUR RANK Progress from Unclassified to Most Secret difficulty levels. Collect achievement badges as you hone your cryptanalysis skills and rise through the ranks. FAIR BY DESIGN No ads. No energy meters. No subscriptions. The opening missions are free, and each historical theater is a one-time purchase you keep forever. FEATURES - 7 cipher types: Caesar, Substitution, Rail Fence, Vigenere, Playfair, ADFGVX, Enigma - 30+ missions across 4 historical theaters - Interactive cipher wheel with tactile feedback - Guided tutorial for new codebreakers - Frequency analysis and substitution mapping tools - Historical briefings and outcome reveals - Achievement badge collection - Atmospheric radio voice narration - Dark parchment-themed UI inspired by wartime documents

About

Cipher Attack

Features
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Six ways to play. One goal: crack the code. From a quick daily challenge to live 1v1 duels — there's a mode for every agent. Daily Operation A new code every day, the same for every player worldwide. Compete on the global leaderboard and compare your performance. 1 challenge / day Against the Clock 120 seconds on the clock. Crack as many codes as possible before time runs out — every second counts in the global rankings. Infinite Loop No time limit. Keep cracking codes and build your longest streak ever. How far can you go? 1v1 Duel Generate a challenge code and send it to a friend. Both crack the same code , whoever uses fewer attempts and time wins. Async friend duel Online Match Get matched against a random opponent in real time. No friends needed — just your wits. A bot steps in if no one is available. Live ranked match and much more. How to Play Simple rules. 1. The Secret Code A random 4-digit code is generated. No repeating digits. The first digit is never 0. 2. Make a Guess Enter your 4-digit guess. You have 10 attempts to crack the code. 3. Read the Feedback + = correct digit in the right position. − = correct digit, wrong position. 4. Use Power-ups You can reveals a hidden digit. Or hit to button to grant 1 extra attempt. Both require watching a short ad.

Screenshots

Cipher Command4 screens
Cipher Attack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cipher Attack at none against Cipher Command's 7. Cipher Command's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Cipher Command sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Cipher Attack asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cipher Command ships an update every 2 days, Cipher Attack every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Cipher Command versus Cipher Attack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCipher CommandCipher Attack
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB43 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperDaniel McCarthyLevent Uncu

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Cipher Command

One-time7
  • Battle of the Atlantic$2.99
  • Pacific Theatre$2.99
  • D-Day$2.99
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  • Eastern Front$2.99
  • Premium Puzzles$3.99
  • Cold War$3.99
  • Complete Campaign$7.99
None

Cipher Attack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cipher Command free?
Cipher Command is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cipher Attack free?
Cipher Attack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cipher Command or Cipher Attack have ads?
Neither Cipher Command nor Cipher Attack shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cipher Command or Cipher Attack?
Cipher Command ships an update every 2 days, and Cipher Attack every 6 weeks. Most recently, Cipher Command was updated on November 5, 2026 and Cipher Attack on October 31, 2026.

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