Comparison

Crossword Shuffle vs Flatbias

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

Head to head
About

Crossword Shuffle

Engage in a fast-paced crossword experience where the grid dynamically rearranges if you stall. Solve themed puzzles against the clock, with solved words remaining in place. Utilize power-ups and choose clue styles to match your skill level.

Highlights
  • Themed mini-crosswords
  • Dynamic shuffling grid
  • Two clue styles (Beginner/Advanced)
  • Adjustable game clock
  • Power-ups available
  • Daily coin bonus
Features
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Crossword Shuffle is the crossword that won't sit still. Every puzzle is a themed mini-crossword and a race against the clock. Solve fast — because if you stall, the unsolved board SHUFFLES itself into a brand-new grid. Your solved words always survive; everything else rearranges. Find your rhythm and stay ahead of the shuffle. HOW TO PLAY • Fill in every word before the game clock runs out. • Stall too long and the board shuffles — solved words stay put. • Cursed words take over the grid: solve that one word in time, or the board falls into Chaos Mode with rapid-fire shuffles. Break out by solving any word. • Under the wire? The board locks for a clean final sprint. FEATURES • A dozen themes — Animals, Music, Outer Space, In the Kitchen, Sports, Travel and more. Every grid is fully on-theme. • Two clue styles — Beginner for straightforward definitions, Advanced for tricky, late-week wordplay. Same grids, your call. • Set your own pace — pick a game clock from 2:30 to 5:00. • Power-ups for when you're stuck — reveal a letter, freeze the shuffle timer, or add 30 seconds. • Build solving streaks, earn coins, and collect a free daily bonus. • A quick, friendly walkthrough gets first-timers playing in seconds. • Elegant paper-and-ink design with classic serif type. No account, no filler — just you, the clock, and a grid that fights back. Can you clear the board before it shuffles away? LICENSE AND USAGE This application is licensed, not sold, to you by HWY Enigma LLC. Your use of this application is governed by HWY Enigma's Terms of Service: https://hwyenigma.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://hwyenigma.com/crossword-shuffle-policy By downloading, installing, or using this application, you agree to be bound by these terms.

About

Flatbias

Features
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Flatbias is a spatial puzzle where you draw roads on polyhedron nets and fold them into shape. HOW IT WORKS - You get the unfolded net of a polyhedron - Its faces are divided into cells, with a start and a goal - Tap cells to lay roads and link start and goal by the shortest route - Fold the net up. If start and goal connect, you clear it FEATURES - New puzzles arrive every Saturday - All kinds of solids, from the cube to the dodecahedron - Want more? Flatbias Pass unlocks the full catalog FLATBIAS PASS Monthly or yearly subscription with a 7-day introductory free trial: weekly new packs, all puzzles and back numbers, no ads, and unlimited hints. SUBSCRIPTION Flatbias Pass is an auto-renewable subscription. It renews automatically and is billed to your Apple Account unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your device settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://flatbias.com/privacy

Screenshots

Crossword Shuffle4 screens
Flatbias4 screens

Verdict

The call

Crossword Shuffle and Flatbias are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Crossword Shuffle sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Flatbias sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Crossword Shuffle versus Flatbias: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrossword ShuffleFlatbias
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Daily
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHWY Enigma LLCReckona Inc.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Crossword Shuffle

One-time6
  • 500 Coins$0.99
  • 1,750 Coins$2.99
  • Starter Bundle$3.99
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  • 3,250 Coins$4.99
  • Remove Ads$4.99
  • 7,500 Coins$9.99
2 purchases

Flatbias

Subscriptions2
  • Flatbias Pass (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Flatbias Pass (Yearly)7 Days trial$22.991 Year

Questions

Is Crossword Shuffle free?
Crossword Shuffle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Flatbias free?
Flatbias is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Crossword Shuffle or Flatbias have ads?
Both Crossword Shuffle and Flatbias show ads.

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