Comparison

Clue Word 2 vs Winter Words

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

Head to head
About

Clue Word 2

This app offers a unique twist on crossword puzzles by requiring you to reconstruct a 'broken' grid using provided clues. Rotate and swap tiles to solve. It also features a puzzle maker for creating and sharing your own challenges.

Highlights
  • Reconstruct broken crossword puzzles
  • Solve using provided clues
  • Rotate and swap puzzle tiles
  • Create custom puzzles
  • Share puzzles with friends
Features
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Crosswords with many 'twists'. Clue Word 2 — A brand new way of solving crossword puzzles. For lovers of crosswords, anagrams, word search and word games. • Objective In Clue Word 2 the puzzle consists of a ‘broken’ crossword puzzle and the goal is to reconstruct it with the clues given. The crossword tile pieces can be rotated and swapped around the board. • Create Puzzles The app includes a Puzzle Maker Editor so that anyone can easily create a puzzle to share with family and friends. Give it a go!

About

Winter Words

A word game that combines crosswords with deciphering words from photos. Solve hundreds of puzzles, progress through increasing difficulty, and play in multiple languages. Enjoy offline gameplay on your smartphone or tablet.

Highlights
  • Photo-based word puzzles
  • Progressive difficulty levels
  • Letter reveal mechanics
  • Multilingual support
  • Offline play
  • Smartphone and tablet optimized
Features
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Welcome to Winter Words, the ultimate word game that combines the thrill of crosswords with the visual challenge of deciphering words from photos! Embark on an exciting linguistic journey where your observational skills and vocabulary prowess will be put to the test. With hundreds of captivating puzzles, Winter Words guarantees endless hours of brain-teasing fun. Gameplay: Dive into the world of Winter Words and immerse yourself in a unique gaming experience. Each puzzle presents you with a vibrant photo, and your task is to unravel the hidden words within. As you successfully guess words, the game rewards you by revealing more letters, aiding you in deciphering the remaining words. Challenge yourself with an ever-increasing difficulty level as you progress through the game. Languages: Winter Words is designed for a global audience, offering gameplay in six languages. Whether you're a polyglot or just looking to enhance your language skills, Winter Words has you covered. Offline Play: No need for a constant internet connection! Winter Words ensures uninterrupted entertainment by allowing you to play offline. Whether you're on a plane, commuting, or simply relaxing at home, the game is always at your fingertips, ready to engage your mind. Features: Engaging Puzzles: Enjoy hundreds of visually stunning puzzles that vary in difficulty. Progressive Difficulty: Start easy and progress to more challenging levels as you hone your word-guessing skills. Letter Reveals: Strategically unveil letters by correctly guessing words, gradually unlocking the entire puzzle. Multilingual Support: Play in your preferred language or challenge yourself by switching between languages. Offline Mode: Play anytime, anywhere, without worrying about an internet connection. Smartphone and Tablet Compatibility: Optimized for both smartphones and tablets for a seamless gaming experience. How to Play: 1. Examine the photo closely. 2. Identify words hidden within the image. 3. Type in your guesses and watch as more letters are revealed. 4. Solve the entire puzzle and move on to the next challenge. Get ready for an addictive blend of visual and linguistic challenges with Winter Words. Download now and embark on a journey of word discovery!

Screenshots

Clue Word 24 screens
Winter Words4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Clue Word 2 at 95% against Winter Words's 67%. Clue Word 2 also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (170 vs 33). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Clue Word 2 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Winter Words sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Clue Word 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Clue Word 2 has 170 ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of Clue Word 2's written reviews are positive against 67% of Winter Words's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Clue Word 2 versus Winter Words: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClue Word 2Winter Words
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (170 ratings) — better4.5 (33 ratings)
Positive reviews94.5% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings170 — better33
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPokamiMaribou Inc.

Customer experience

Clue Word 2

All ratings170 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral1.8%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive94.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.5%

Winter Words

All ratings33 ratings
Positive84.8%
Neutral9.1%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Clue Word 2

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Apple TV rotation not functioning
  • Low color contrast making text hard to read
  • Misspelled word 'February' in months puzzle
  • Hint bar pops up and interferes with gameplay

Requested features

9 requests
  • More puzzles needed
  • Option to disable flashing hints in settings
  • Community section to play user-created puzzles
  • Black and white high contrast mode for accessibility
  • Larger font size options
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  • Cloud save functionality across devices
  • Bonus points for speed-based puzzle solving
  • Option to hide clues for self-discovery gameplay
  • Disable hint bar popup option

Winter Words

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Clue Word 2

One-time8
  • Coin Pack 1$0.99
  • Coin Set - Small$0.99
  • Coin Pack 2$3.99
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  • Coin Set - Medium$3.99
  • Coin Pack 3$9.99
  • Coin Set - Large$9.99
  • Coin Pack 4$14.99
  • Coin Set - XL$14.99
4 purchases

Winter Words

One-time4
  • Bronze$2.99
  • Silver$7.99
  • Gold$19.99
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  • Platinum$29.99

Questions

Is Clue Word 2 free?
Clue Word 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Winter Words free?
Winter Words is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Clue Word 2 or Winter Words?
Clue Word 2 is rated higher. Clue Word 2 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 170 ratings, while Winter Words averages 4.5 from 33 ratings.
Do Clue Word 2 or Winter Words have ads?
Neither Clue Word 2 nor Winter Words shows ads.

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