# Letter Box - Word Boxed Game

> Word

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6469354075](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6469354075)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6469354075`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Neil McGrogan
- **Category:** Word
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (3,382 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.9
- **Last updated:** 2025-05-08
- **First published:** 2023-10-21
- **Size:** 6.16 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/letter-box-word-boxed-game/id6469354075)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/app-privacy-policy/d3715b6f-d6b1-4ce8-9ae5-5e0a684cfedb/privacy](https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/app-privacy-policy/d3715b6f-d6b1-4ce8-9ae5-5e0a684cfedb/privacy)

## Description

Letter Box is a quick word-puzzle where you form words from letters on a board and connect them into flowing sequences. How to play: Create words using the available letters; consecutive letters cannot come from the same side; connect words in a sequence so the last letter of the previous word starts the next (e.g., HAIR > RATIO > ORANGE).

## Rankings

- #30,997 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, users like the concept and find the puzzle engaging and similar to NYT Letterbox, with the free/rewplayable format appealing as an alternative to paid versions. However, progress is hampered by a weak/erratic dictionary that rejects legitimate words, which breaks the experience for many players. Ads are a major pain point for several reviewers due to placement, frequency, and even video ads after every game. UI and input problems (dragging letters, exiting after solving, handling unusual characters) further frustrate players. Some want scoring or achievements. Despite the positives, dictionary accuracy and ads/bugs limit long-term appeal.

### Pros

- Engaging, Letterbox-like Word Box puzzle that scratches the Letterbox itch and is enjoyable.
- Replayable, NYT-like experience; can be played repeatedly rather than just once.
- Serves as a free, accessible alternative to the NYT version.
- Broadly positive reception of the core gameplay.

### Cons

- Dictionary/word list is incomplete or inconsistent, rejecting common and legitimate words.
- Ads are intrusive and poorly placed, with banner placements, frequent video ads, and ad coverage during play.
- Frequent UI/UX bugs and input issues (dragging letters sometimes fails, can't exit after solving, unusual characters handling, reporting problems blocked).
- Missing features like scoring/achievements and progress incentives.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6469354075)