# Backwords Game vs Wavelength

Backwords Game and Wavelength both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 81% of Wavelength's written reviews are positive against 28% of Backwords Game's. Wavelength also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (64K vs 1). Backwords Game's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wavelength sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Backwords Game asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Backwords Game against 4.9 for Wavelength. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Wavelength has 64K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 28% of Backwords Game's written reviews are positive against 81% of Wavelength's.

Backwords Game ships an update monthly, Wavelength every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Backwords Game | Wavelength |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backwords-game/id689283221/reviews)** | [4.9 (64K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavelength/id1512834505/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **64K** |
| Positive reviews | 27.9% of reviews | **80.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#31** |
| Size | 13 MB | 160 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [MFX Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/344206779) | [Palm Court LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1212141586) |

## What reviewers say

### Backwords Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backwords-game/id689283221)

Guess words by listening to them played in reverse. Send reversed recordings to friends to test their listening and guessing skills. It's a fun way to challenge your auditory perception and quick thinking.

**Highlights:** Guess words played in reverse, Send reversed recordings to friends, Test listening and guessing skills, Play with distant friends via Game Center, Local play by passing the device

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 😄 Fun and entertaining concept
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for playing with friends and family
- 🎮 Hilarious backwards audio playback
- 🎯 Original and innovative game idea
- 👍 Easy to use interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently on launch
- 🎤 Voice recognition fails consistently
- 🔊 Audio playback issues - can't hear recordings
- 💸 Requires paid version for multiple games
- 🌐 Multiplayer/online functionality broken

**Reported bugs**

- App closes immediately upon opening
- Voice recognition doesn't detect words
- Audio playback completely silent
- Multiplayer matches won't create or progress
- Game crashes when inviting friends without app installed

**Requested features**

- Online multiplayer with distant friends
- Text or messenger integration for remote play
- Ability to replay your own recording after guessing
- Better voice recognition accuracy
- Free unlimited games without paywall


### Wavelength

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavelength/id1512834505)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Word, #59 Top Free · Board, #104 Top Grossing · Word, #193 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

A cooperative party game where players guess where a clue falls on a spectrum. Work together to read your friends' minds and win. Play in person or remotely with new content and features.

**Highlights:** Cooperative gameplay, Remote play enabled, New exclusive content, Real-time dial movements, Emoji reactions, Customizable avatars, Earn achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chaotic Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Divisive Nonsense Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lickable Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Culture Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weird Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Big Brain Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Jumbo Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Latest Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| Originals Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy All | $8.99 | one-time |
| Buy All | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🤗 Fun for family and friends
- 🎨 Gorgeous, cohesive, and clean design
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay with minimal lag
- 💰 Worth the price, no ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Lack of pass-and-play mode
- 🔢 Limited number of prompts in free version
- 🤝 Cooperative mode can be frustrating with larger groups
- 🔊 Sound effects not shared between players

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Prompts sometimes get skipped unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Add pass-and-play mode for local multiplayer
- Increase number of free prompts
- Add individual scoring mode for larger groups
- Allow players to hear each other's sound effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backwords Game free?

Backwords Game is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wavelength free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Backwords Game or Wavelength?

Backwords Game is rated higher. Backwords Game averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Wavelength averages 4.9 from 64K ratings.

### Do Backwords Game or Wavelength have ads?

Backwords Game shows ads; Wavelength does not.

### Which is updated more often, Backwords Game or Wavelength?

Backwords Game ships an update monthly, and Wavelength every 3 weeks. Most recently, Backwords Game was updated on October 20, 2026 and Wavelength on October 21, 2026.

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