Comparison

FourWord Scuttle vs PlaySimple Cryptogram

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

Head to head
About

FourWord Scuttle

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FourWord Scuttle is an addictive and fun game for word lovers. Select 4 letter words to keep the bucket from overflowing. Great game to pass the time! *Will appeal to Scrabble and Words with Friends users* *In-App store to remove ads*

About

PlaySimple Cryptogram

Engage your mind with this word logic puzzle game. Decode encrypted messages by substituting letters to reveal hidden phrases and quotes. Offers daily challenges and hints to assist players of all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Hundreds of engaging cryptogram puzzles
  • Diverse categories of messages
  • Intuitive gameplay mechanics
  • Hints and letter assistance
  • Daily cryptogram challenges
  • Multiple difficulty levels
Features
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Dive into the world of cryptography with Cryptogram by PlaySimple, the ultimate puzzle game that challenges your wits and sharpens your mind! Whether you're a seasoned puzzle enthusiast or a curious newcomer, Cryptogram offers an engaging and satisfying experience that will keep you hooked. In this thrilling game, you’ll decode a series of encrypted messages by substituting letters to reveal hidden phrases and quotes. With a variety of difficulty levels, Cryptogram caters to all skill levels, ensuring a fun and stimulating challenge for everyone. Features: - Engaging Puzzles: Solve hundreds of cryptograms with varying difficulty to test your deduction skills. - Diverse Categories: Decode messages from a wide range of categories, including famous quotes, historical facts, and amusing sayings. - Intuitive Gameplay: Simple and straightforward mechanics make it easy to jump in and start decoding. - Hints and Assistance: Stuck on a puzzle? Use hints and reveal letters to help you crack the code and keep the fun going. - Daily Challenges: Enjoy new puzzles every day and keep your brain active with daily cryptogram challenges. Join the millions of players who have embraced the thrill of cracking codes and unlocking secrets. Download Cryptogram by PlaySimple today and start your journey into the fascinating world of cryptography!

Screenshots

FourWord Scuttle3 screens
PlaySimple Cryptogram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FourWord Scuttle at none against PlaySimple Cryptogram's shown. FourWord Scuttle also leads on iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). PlaySimple Cryptogram's advantage is chart position (#60 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. FourWord Scuttle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PlaySimple Cryptogram sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
FourWord Scuttle versus PlaySimple Cryptogram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFourWord ScuttlePlaySimple Cryptogram
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (26K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—27.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—26K — better
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#60 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB248 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperJohn BaumagrtnerPlaySimple Games Pte Ltd

Bugs and requests

FourWord Scuttle

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

PlaySimple Cryptogram

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App randomly closes and loses progress
  • Overheating issues on some devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Ability to enlarge letters
  • Improved ad experience

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FourWord Scuttle

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
10 purchases

PlaySimple Cryptogram

One-time10
  • 300 Coins$0.99
  • Ladder Deal 1$0.99
  • 1000 Coins$2.99
Show 7 more
  • Fail Offer$3.99
  • Basic Pack$3.99
  • Puzzle Screen Burst Hint 2$4.99
  • Remove Forced Ads$9.99
  • Value Pack$9.99
  • Timed Deal 3$9.99
  • Ultimate Pack$24.99

Questions

Is FourWord Scuttle free?
FourWord Scuttle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlaySimple Cryptogram free?
PlaySimple Cryptogram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FourWord Scuttle or PlaySimple Cryptogram have ads?
PlaySimple Cryptogram shows ads; FourWord Scuttle does not.

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