# Triple Zero Kids Challenge vs Squared

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Triple Zero Kids Challenge at 65% against Squared's 0%. Triple Zero Kids Challenge also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). Squared's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 9 months). On price, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Squared sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Triple Zero Kids Challenge asks for nothing beyond the download.

Squared holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Triple Zero Kids Challenge's written reviews are positive against 0% of Squared's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Triple Zero Kids Challenge ships an update every 9 months, Squared every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Triple Zero Kids Challenge | Squared |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triple-zero-kids-challenge/id679476707/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squared/id6738674155/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | **64.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 312 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [360 ENTERTAINMENT PTY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/433368567) | [Keiran King](https://appshunter.io/developer/1781820551) |

## What reviewers say

### Triple Zero Kids Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/triple-zero-kids-challenge/id679476707)

This app teaches children how to confidently handle emergencies and seek help through interactive games and problem-solving. It covers important safety messages and explains the process of calling Triple Zero (000). Children will be guided by friendly characters called "Zeros".

**Highlights:** Emergency preparedness games, Learn to call Triple Zero (000), Safety messages, Problem-solving activities, Guided step-by-step gameplay, Meet "Zeros" characters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Squared

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squared/id6738674155)

Easily create your own crosswords with a vast word library. Get real-time suggestions as you type and share your creations with friends. Perfect for quick puzzles or daily challenges.

**Highlights:** Create custom crosswords, Real-time word suggestions, Share puzzles with friends, Extensive word library, Quick puzzle creation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Triple Zero Kids Challenge free?

Triple Zero Kids Challenge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Squared free?

Squared is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Triple Zero Kids Challenge or Squared?

Squared is rated higher. Triple Zero Kids Challenge averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Squared averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Triple Zero Kids Challenge or Squared have ads?

Neither Triple Zero Kids Challenge nor Squared shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Triple Zero Kids Challenge or Squared?

Triple Zero Kids Challenge ships an update every 9 months, and Squared every 5 days. Most recently, Triple Zero Kids Challenge was updated on October 3, 2026 and Squared on September 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*