Comparison

Griddle vs Cozy Crossword

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

Head to head
About

Griddle

Engage in a detective adventure with logic puzzles that challenge your attention to detail. Uncover hidden clues, cross-reference evidence, and solve mysterious cases to reveal the truth. This brain-training game offers satisfying challenges for puzzle enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • Investigative puzzle gameplay
  • Uncover hidden clues
  • Solve mysterious cases
  • Logic and attention to detail challenges
  • Brain-training detective adventure
Currently charting
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Griddle is an investigation puzzle game with satisfying logic challenges. Uncover hidden clues, and solve mysterious cases in this brain-training detective adventure. Every level begins with a digital file. Your goal is simple: examine the evidence, connect the clues, and discover the truth behind each mystery. Easy to learn but challenging to master! Griddle tests your logic, attention to detail, and detective instincts. Whether you enjoy brain games, mystery stories, crime puzzles, or hidden clue challenges, Griddle offers a unique and rewarding experience. HOW TO PLAY - Find suspicious details: Spot hidden information - Cross-reference clues: Compare evidence carefully to reveal the truth. - Solve each case: Use logic and observation to identify the answer to each cell. - Progress through mysteries: Each level brings new files, secrets, and challenges.

About

Cozy Crossword

Engage in a relaxing word puzzle experience with Scandinavian-style crosswords. Solve clues directly within the grid, expand your vocabulary, and enjoy challenges designed to stimulate your mind without any time pressure.

Highlights
  • Scandinavian crossword style
  • Clues inside the grid
  • Hundreds of handcrafted puzzles
  • No timers or pressure
  • Vocabulary and spelling improvement
  • Memory and focus training
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Welcome to COZY CROSSWORD, a relaxing crossword game where every puzzle is a cozy escape! Discover the charm of Scandinavian crosswords, where clues are placed directly inside the grid for a smooth and intuitive puzzle solving experience. Connect letters, expand your vocabulary, and enjoy satisfying word challenges designed to relax and stimulate your mind. Score the highest points each level and ascend to new heights as a crossword pro. How to Play: - Read the clues inside the puzzle grid - Place the letters in the tray in the correct place and submit - Get every letter right in the tray to get the next set of letters - Solve puzzles at your own pace - Unlock new challenges as you progress Features: - Hundreds of handcrafted crosswords - Relaxing gameplay with no timers or pressure - Improve your vocabulary and spelling skills - Train your memory, focus, and problem-solving abilities - Suitable for beginners and crossword experts alike Whether you're looking for a daily brain workout or a peaceful way to unwind, Cozy crossword offers the perfect blend of relaxation and word puzzles. Download now and enjoy a cozy crossword adventure!

Screenshots

Griddle3 screens
Cozy Crossword4 screens

Verdict

The call

Griddle and Cozy Crossword both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Cozy Crossword's written reviews are positive against 45% of Griddle's. Griddle's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Griddle sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Cozy Crossword sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Griddle against 4.9 for Cozy Crossword. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Griddle's written reviews are positive against 80% of Cozy Crossword's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Griddle ships an update every 6 days, Cozy Crossword every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Griddle versus Cozy Crossword: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGriddleCozy Crossword
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1.4K ratings) — better4.9 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews45.2% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.4K — better1.1K
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#72 — better#76
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size499 MB241 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCheer GamesSpillvoy Gaming Private Limited

Customer experience

Griddle

All ratings1,445 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.3%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive45.2%
Neutral22.6%
Negative32.3%

Cozy Crossword

All ratings1,131 ratings
Positive98.7%
Neutral0.2%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative10.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Griddle

One-time8
  • Coin 1500$1.99
  • Coin 7000$8.99
  • Starter Pack$9.99
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  • No Ads 3$9.99
  • No Ads Pack$19.99
  • Coin 25000$29.99
  • Coin 50000$59.99
  • Coin 100000$99.99
5 purchases

Cozy Crossword

One-time5
  • 5 Hints$1.99
  • 20 hints + 20 swaps$9.99
  • No Ads Combo$9.99
Show 2 more
  • 40 hints + 40 swaps$19.99
  • 100 hints + 100 swaps$49.99

Questions

Is Griddle free?
Griddle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cozy Crossword free?
Cozy Crossword is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Griddle or Cozy Crossword?
Griddle is rated higher. Griddle averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Cozy Crossword averages 4.9 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Griddle or Cozy Crossword have ads?
Both Griddle and Cozy Crossword show ads.
Which is updated more often, Griddle or Cozy Crossword?
Griddle ships an update every 6 days, and Cozy Crossword every 3 weeks. Most recently, Griddle was updated on October 17, 2026 and Cozy Crossword on October 18, 2026.
Which is more popular, Griddle or Cozy Crossword?
Griddle currently peaks at #72 in the App Store charts, and Cozy Crossword at #76. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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