Comparison

Off Limits! Word Party Game vs Tabula

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

Head to head
About

Off Limits! Word Party Game

This app offers a collection of word guessing games for groups. Players describe words without using forbidden terms, guess words quickly against a timer, or act out words in a charades-style game. It's designed for parties and gatherings, providing hours of entertainment with over 4,000 words and multiple categories.

Highlights
  • Three distinct word guessing games in one app
  • Forbidden word challenges
  • Timed word guessing rounds
  • Charades and pantomime mode
  • Over 4,000 words across 30+ categories
  • Playable in 10+ languages
  • SharePlay for remote play
Features
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Describe the word. Just don't say the forbidden ones. Off Limits! is the party word game that turns any group into a room full of laughing, shouting, and cheering friends. Try it free — then subscribe to unlock 4,000+ cards and never run out of fresh challenges. One subscription, unlimited laughs. 3 Games in One. 4,000+ Words. (Subscription required for full access) 1. Classic Off Limits: The ultimate verbal challenge! Your team must guess the phrase on the card, but you can't use any of the forbidden "off-limits" clues. It's a competitive game of clever wordplay and team strategy. Can you describe the word without saying the obvious? 2. Quick Guess: A high-speed trivia and guessing game! Race against the clock as your team tries to guess 7 words in just 7 seconds each. It's fast, funny, and a true test of your verbal skills. 3. Head Guess: The hilarious charades and pantomime classic! Hold your phone to your forehead and let your friends shout clues to help you guess the word on the screen. Perfect for a good laugh. From intense verbal battles versus your friends to hilarious charades, you'll have the perfect game for every crowd. Ideal for game night, road trips, holiday parties, family reunions, vacations, or as a fun icebreaker for any group gathering. Features: - 3 Games in One: A multiplayer charades and forbidden wordplay experience in one app. - Play Your Way: Stick to clever wordplay or go big with hilarious acting. - 5x More Content Than Other Apps: Over 4,000 words to guess from. - Pop Culture & More: 30+ decks including Pop Culture, Sports, Food, Movies, and Holidays, with new content added often. - FaceTime Fun: Use SharePlay to host a party even if you are miles apart. - Play Anywhere: No cards, no board, no internet just your phone and your friends. - Customizable round timer - Play in 10+ Languages ▶ Start your free trial today — first 3 days free. Subscription options: $4.99/week or $25.00/year. These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your Apple Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can go to your Apple Account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your Apple Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. If you subscribe before your free trial ends, the rest of your free trial period will be forfeited as soon as your purchase is confirmed. Read the terms and conditions here: https://www.redapemobile.com/offlimits/legal/terms.html Read the privacy policy here: https://www.redapemobile.com/offlimits/legal/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Disclaimer: Not associated with Hasbro or Hersch and Company's Taboo, Tabu, or any other variants of the Taboo, Alia, registered trademarks.

About

Tabula

This is a digital party game where players describe a target word to their teammates without using a list of forbidden words. It offers various categories, regular content updates, and supports multiple languages for engaging word-guessing fun.

Highlights
  • Describe words without forbidden terms
  • Timed guessing rounds
  • Multiple categories (movies, sports, celebrities)
  • Regular content updates
  • Family-friendly content
  • Customizable game settings
  • Turkish, English, and Spanish language support
Features
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Tabula – The Most Fun Word Guessing Party! Get ready for an exciting challenge where creativity meets quick thinking! Tabula brings the classic card game experience to your device with a modern digital twist. How to Play: - One player narrates and describes the target word. - But be careful! You can't use the forbidden words from the list. - Race against the clock as your teammates guess the word. - Earn points for successful guesses and lose points for using forbidden words. Features: • Categories including movies, sports, celebrities, and more • Regular content updates and new flashcards • Family-friendly content for all ages • Simple, easy-to-use interface • Customizable game settings • Turkish, English, and Spanish language options Ideal for: - Family game nights - Party fun - Social gatherings - Teamwork activities - Fun language learning Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying family time, or looking for a fun icebreaker, Tabula offers endless fun and laughter! Download now and start guessing words! Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ *** Disclaimer: Tabula is an independent party game and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Hasbro, Inc. or Hersch and Company. Tabula contains no registered names, word lists, or content from the TABOO board game.

Screenshots

Off Limits! Word Party Game4 screens
Tabula4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tabula at none against Off Limits! Word Party Game's shown. Tabula also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Off Limits! Word Party Game's advantage is review sentiment (66% vs 40%) and ratings volume (2.2K vs 150). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Off Limits! Word Party Game sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Tabula sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Off Limits! Word Party Game against 4.5 for Tabula. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Off Limits! Word Party Game has 2.2K ratings behind it against 150, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Off Limits! Word Party Game's written reviews are positive against 40% of Tabula's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Off Limits! Word Party Game versus Tabula: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOff Limits! Word Party GameTabula
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.2K ratings) — better4.5 (150 ratings)
Positive reviews66.5% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.2K — better150
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 10 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TViPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRed Ape MobileRecep Sevim

Customer experience

Off Limits! Word Party Game

All ratings2,244 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral4.9%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews158 reviews
Positive66.5%
Neutral10.8%
Negative22.8%

Tabula

All ratings148 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative10.8%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative53.3%

Bugs and requests

Off Limits! Word Party Game

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Bugs with card content
  • Issues with app crashing or freezing

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow playing with remote friends
  • Add more word categories
  • Ability to adjust scores or replay rounds
  • Option to choose team names

Tabula

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Off Limits! Word Party Game

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Off Limits Ad Removal$19.99
4 purchases

Tabula

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
One-time2
  • Special Lifetime Offer$9.99
  • Lifetime Premium$19.99

Questions

Is Off Limits! Word Party Game free?
Off Limits! Word Party Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tabula free?
Tabula is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Off Limits! Word Party Game or Tabula?
Off Limits! Word Party Game is rated higher. Off Limits! Word Party Game averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while Tabula averages 4.5 from 150 ratings.
Do Off Limits! Word Party Game or Tabula have ads?
Off Limits! Word Party Game shows ads; Tabula does not.
Which is updated more often, Off Limits! Word Party Game or Tabula?
Off Limits! Word Party Game ships an update every 10 days, and Tabula every 10 days. Most recently, Off Limits! Word Party Game was updated on November 1, 2026 and Tabula on November 4, 2026.

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