Comparison

Mastermind vs Cryptogram Clues

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

Head to head
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Mastermind

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Mastermind – Can You Crack the Code? The classic code-breaking game Mastermind, now on your iPhone. Test your logic, memory and deduction – can you guess the secret color code before you run out of attempts? HOW TO PLAY After each guess you receive hints: ● Black peg = right color in the right position ○ White peg = right color, wrong position Use the clues wisely and crack the code as fast as you can! FEATURES • 4 difficulty levels – Easy, Medium, Classic, Hard • Classic mode – play without any time pressure • Timed mode – can you crack the code in 3 minutes? • Score & personal best – track your top results • Win statistics and games played counter • Accessible design – high-contrast colors with symbols for players with color vision deficiency DIFFICULTY LEVELS Easy – 4 colors, 4 positions, 12 guesses Medium – 5 colors, 4 positions, 10 guesses Classic – 6 colors, 4 positions, 10 guesses (Pro) Hard – 6 colors, 5 positions, 8 guesses (Pro) Mastermind is a great brain workout – perfect for commutes, breaks or any spare moment. Made with care by Colegio Solutions s.r.o.

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Cryptogram Clues

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Welcome to Cryptogram Clues — a challenging word puzzle game where every answer helps you crack the code. Solve clues, guess words, and decode letters to reveal hidden quotes and discover interesting facts. Each puzzle combines logic, deduction, and vocabulary skills to challenge your mind. How to play: • Solve clues and find the correct answers • Each number represents a hidden letter • Use answers to decode letters and reveal the hidden quote • Solve the puzzle to discover the full fact • Use hints when you need help Features: • Challenging cryptogram puzzles • Logic games and brain teasers • Word puzzles with clues and answers • Interesting facts from many topics • Difficult levels for brain game fans • Hidden pictures revealed in special levels A new twist on classic word games: Unlike traditional crossword puzzles, every solved clue helps you unlock the code. Guess words, decode letters, reveal the hidden message, and discover something new with every puzzle. Start your cryptogram adventure today! If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to contact us at: mjmobigames@gmail.com

Screenshots

Mastermind4 screens
Cryptogram Clues4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mastermind at none against Cryptogram Clues's shown. On price, update cadence, 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. Mastermind sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cryptogram Clues sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mastermind ships an update every 10 days, Cryptogram Clues weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Mastermind versus Cryptogram Clues: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMastermindCryptogram Clues
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB236 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperColegio Solutions s.r.o.YULIYA NORENBERH

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Mastermind

One-time1
  • Mastermind Pro$1.99
3 purchases

Cryptogram Clues

One-time3
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • 20 Hints$3.99
  • 50 Hints$6.99

Questions

Is Mastermind free?
Mastermind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cryptogram Clues free?
Cryptogram Clues is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mastermind or Cryptogram Clues have ads?
Cryptogram Clues shows ads; Mastermind does not.
Which is updated more often, Mastermind or Cryptogram Clues?
Mastermind ships an update every 10 days, and Cryptogram Clues weekly. Most recently, Mastermind was updated on September 20, 2026 and Cryptogram Clues on September 14, 2026.

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