Decodex vs Cryptogram
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Decodex
Engage in a modern take on classic cryptogram puzzles. Decipher quotes and enigma codes across diverse categories. Track your progress, build streaks, and enjoy a new challenge daily.
- 50+ puzzle categories
- Daily enigma challenges
- Intuitive user interface
- Progress tracking and streaks
- Substitution cipher gameplay
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Step into a world of logic and ciphers. Decodex transforms classic cryptogram puzzles into a modern, addictive mobile experience. Whether you’re a fan of wordy challenges, a wordsearch enthusiast, or an enigma-solving veteran, our puzzles will sharpen your mind one quote at a time. If you enjoy the daily ritual of the NYTimes Games or the deep strategy of a crypto game, Decodex is your new favorite obsession. Key Features: - 50+ Categories: From Ancient Philosophy to Modern Wit. - Daily Enigmas: A fresh substitution cipher every single day. - Intuitive UI: Designed for effortless logic-first play. - Track Your Progress: Earn stars, build streaks, and become a master codebreaker.
Cryptogram
Engage your mind with this word puzzle game where you decipher coded messages. Swap letters and use logic to reveal hidden quotes and sayings. Perfect for daily mental workouts and puzzle enthusiasts.
- Decipher coded messages
- Swap letters and use logic
- Reveal hidden quotes
- Multiple difficulty levels
- Hundreds of handcrafted puzzles
- Daily mental workout
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Unlock your inner codebreaker with Cryptogram, the fun word puzzle that turns secret messages into “aha!” moments Ready to put your brain to the test? In Cryptogram, every puzzle hides a clever quote, a famous saying, or a surprising line… all scrambled in code. Your mission? Crack the cipher by swapping letters, spotting patterns, and using pure logic to reveal the hidden message. Whether you're a seasoned puzzle pro or just love a good brain teaser, Cryptogram delivers that deeply satisfying feeling when everything finally clicks. HOW IT WORKS: • Each puzzle is a coded message. • Every letter stands for another letter. • Use deduction and pattern recognition to break the cipher. • Reveal inspiring, witty, and thought-provoking quotes! WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT? • Multiple difficulty levels, from relaxing to seriously challenging • Hundreds of handcrafted puzzles • Clean, intuitive design for smooth gameplay • The perfect daily mental workout • That unbeatable “I cracked it!” feeling Play at your own pace, sharpen your mind, and become a true master of cryptography. If you love word games, logic puzzles, or clever quotes, Cryptogram is your next obsession. Download now and start decoding!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Decodex at none against Cryptogram's shown. Decodex also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Cryptogram's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Decodex sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Cryptogram sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Decodex against 5.0 for Cryptogram. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Decodex ships an update every 2 days, Cryptogram every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Decodex | Cryptogram |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 256 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aron Csatlos | Two4Tea |
Customer experience
Decodex
Cryptogram
In-app purchases
Decodex
- Extra Hints - Small Pack$0.99
- Extra Hints - Big Pack$1.99
- Decodex Premium$2.99
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- Extra Hints - Ultimate Pack$4.99
Cryptogram
- Premium$3.99









