# Wordly®

> Over 1 million downloads

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id458818872](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id458818872)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id458818872`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Bluebear Technologies Ltd.
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (6,085 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.58
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-01
- **First published:** 2011-12-10
- **Size:** 57 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wordly/id458818872)
- **Website:** [https://www.bluebear.ie](https://www.bluebear.ie/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://bluebear.ie/wordly\_privacy.html](https://bluebear.ie/wordly_privacy.html)

## Description

Wordly brings the classic word scramble experience to iPhone. Players trace neighboring letters on a randomly generated board to form valid words (minimum three letters) before the clock runs out, releasing the finger to submit and score points.

Key features include showing all possible words at the end of a game, a board quality checker to ensure plenty of word options, an untimed mode, adjustable game time, and an intuitive touch-based interface. Wordly is a registered trademark of Bluebear Technologies Ltd.

## Rankings

- #23,094 — Overall

## Review summary

Wordly is praised for its engaging, Boggle-like gameplay and smooth pacing, with fans appreciating the nostalgic feel. However, reviews repeatedly cite heavy ads, a problematic dictionary with obscure terms, and repetition of puzzles. Monetization concerns (expensive subscriptions) and feature gaps like dark mode and board rotation further dampen sentiment. Overall, the core gameplay is solid, but the experience is marred by ads, dictionary quality, and monetization choices.

### Pros

- Fun, engaging word puzzle that feels like classic Boggle.
- Smooth, responsive gameplay with good timing options.
- Nostalgic, Boggle-like feel that fans appreciate.
- Ad-free option via a paid upgrade is a plus for some players.

### Cons

- Ads are intrusive and frequent, including full-screen interruptions and banners.
- Dictionary content includes many non-English or obscure words and misses common ones.
- Puzzles can repeat and are not truly random, leading to repetition concerns.
- Subscription pricing is high and some users prefer a one-time purchase.
- Dark mode is not available and is a commonly requested feature.

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