Comparison

Tangled Words vs Category Word Swap

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

Head to head
About

Tangled Words

Decode scrambled phrases by swapping letters and using number and picture clues. Enjoy endless cryptogram challenges with satisfying feedback. Hints are available when you get stuck.

Highlights
  • Scrambled phrase decoding
  • Number and picture clues
  • Letter-swapping gameplay
  • Endless challenges
  • Helpful hints
  • Satisfying feedback
Features
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Every phrase is scrambled. Every number and picture is a clue. Put each letter back where it belongs and watch the answer unfold. Tangled Words blends cryptograms with tactile letter-swapping puzzles. Tap two tiles or drag one letter onto another to swap them. Correct placements lock in, while mistakes cost a heart. WHAT YOU'LL PLAY • Endless cryptogram challenges • Number and picture clue modes • Movie titles, music, proverbs, quotes, books, places, science, nature, history, food, sports, idioms, space, and inventions • Hard and Super Hard challenge levels • Helpful hints when a phrase has you tangled • Satisfying sound, animation, and haptic feedback Untangle the letters, crack the code, and reveal the phrase.

About

Category Word Swap

Engage your mind with a relaxing word puzzle game. Swap letters to form words that fit specific categories, unlocking vibrant artwork and a sense of accomplishment. Perfect for quick breaks or extended play sessions.

Highlights
  • Letter swapping gameplay
  • Category-based word challenges
  • Discovering new words
  • Colorful card illustrations
  • Hint system for assistance
  • Relaxed, no-time-limit play
Features
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“Category Word Swap” is a relaxing and enjoyable word puzzle where you find words by skillfully swapping letters. Drag and drop the letters on the cards to swap them around and complete new English words. Every time you complete a word, you get one step closer to completing the category. Some answers are obvious right away, while others require a little more thought. When you find the correct word, the card is illuminated with vibrant colors and beautiful artwork. How to Play - Drag and drop letters to swap their positions. - Create words that fit the category. - Complete all categories to solve the puzzle. The rules are simple and easy to pick up, but finding the best combinations will test your vocabulary and logical thinking skills. Don’t just focus on individual words—work to find answers that help you complete the entire puzzle. If you get stuck, the hint feature will help you move to the next step. Features - Simple and intuitive controls - The joy of discovering words and a sense of accomplishment - Clever category-based hints - Colorful cards and illustrations - Helpful hint feature - Relaxed gameplay with no time limits - Quick puzzles perfect for short breaks Perfect for fans of word puzzles, anagrams, word games, association games, vocabulary quizzes, logic games, and casual brain-training games. Swap letters, trust your intuition, and savor the satisfying moment when all the pieces fall perfectly into place!

Screenshots

Tangled Words4 screens
Category Word Swap3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Category Word Swap at none against Tangled Words's 7. Tangled Words's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Tangled Words sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Category Word Swap asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tangled Words ships an update every 5 days, Category Word Swap every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tangled Words versus Category Word Swap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTangled WordsCategory Word Swap
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB433 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperHuseyin Bener BozkurtGOODROID,Inc.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Tangled Words

One-time7
  • Pocket Coins$1.99
  • No Ads$4.99
  • Coin Stack$7.99
Show 4 more
  • Coin Pouch$12.99
  • Coin Box$29.99
  • Coin Chest$54.99
  • Word Vault$99.99
None

Category Word Swap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tangled Words free?
Tangled Words is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Category Word Swap free?
Category Word Swap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tangled Words or Category Word Swap have ads?
Both Tangled Words and Category Word Swap show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tangled Words or Category Word Swap?
Tangled Words ships an update every 5 days, and Category Word Swap every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tangled Words was updated on October 31, 2026 and Category Word Swap on October 31, 2026.

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