# Whirly Word SE

> Word

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id338612845](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id338612845)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id338612845`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Mighty Mighty Good Games
- **Category:** Word
- **Rating:** 3.60 / 5 (479 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.7.1
- **Last updated:** 2022-03-19
- **First published:** 2009-11-25
- **Size:** 28 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/whirly-word-se/id338612845)
- **Website:** [https://www.mmggames.com](https://www.mmggames.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.mmggames.com/privacy/](https://www.mmggames.com/privacy/)

## Description

Whirly Word SE brings the classic word puzzle experience to Chrome. Discover as many words as possible from a six-letter set, with two levels (Abridged and Tournament), a built-in dictionary, multiple color schemes, and progress tracking. Bonuses and background music enhance the experience for quick breaks or long sessions.

Designed for fans of Text Twist, Scrabble, Boggle, and Word Scramble, Whirly Word SE offers everyday vocabulary puzzles or a tougher lexicon, inviting you to test your vocabulary and keep coming back for more.

## Rankings

- #82,166 — Overall
- #60 — good

## Review summary

Whirly Word SE is praised for being fun, addictive, and capable of boosting vocabulary and mental sharpness, with players logging years of play and deriving satisfaction from puzzle completion. However, many reviews converge on problems: the game repeats the same words and offers few new puzzles, which reduces challenge; a notable portion of entries are foreign or obscure terms you wouldn't expect in English; users report bugs, inconsistent scoring, and stalled resumes; and players want better quality control, updates, pronunciation/usage hints, and customizable audio.

### Pros

- Fun and addictive gameplay that players enjoy
- Helps improve vocabulary and cognitive skills
- Provides many hours of engagement and long-term play
- Offers a satisfying sense of achievement when puzzles are completed

### Cons

- Repetitive word sets and few new puzzles reduce challenge
- Too many non-English or obscure words; quality control concerns
- Bugs, inconsistent scoring, and occasional resume freezes
- Limited updates and content; content feels stale
- Audio changes and lack of customization options

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id338612845)