# Strings - Word Search

> Addictive word search game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6736436570](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6736436570)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6736436570`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Frostbyte Entertainment LLC
- **Category:** Word
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (1,013 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2024-10-03
- **Size:** 66 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/strings-word-search/id6736436570)
- **Website:** [http://frostbyteentertainment.com](http://frostbyteentertainment.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.frostbyteentertainment.com/privacy-policy](https://www.frostbyteentertainment.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Strings fuses word finding with strategy as you trace paths through a letter grid to weave interconnected words. This fresh take on word games challenges both your vocabulary and spatial reasoning, with varied topics to keep puzzles fresh.

Designed for a satisfying, accessible experience, Strings offers a clean interface and rewarding aha moments as you connect letters. Casual players and word-game enthusiasts alike will find it addictive. Download Strings today and start carving your own path through the world of words.

## Rankings

- #53,840 — Overall
- #71 — string

## Review summary

Overall, players enjoy the fun, challenging puzzles and the NYT Strands familiarity, with solid iPad performance. The dominant issue is ads: they frequently block the bottom row or interfere with the board, sometimes rendering puzzles unplayable. A subset notes ad-related glitches that stall the app. Some reviewers appreciate ads after rounds and want more puzzles, but improvements in ad placement and content updates would help maintain strong ongoing engagement.

### Pros

- Fun and challenging gameplay that many reviewers praise.
- Strong NYT Strands familiarity; serves as a good replacement/practice for NYT Strands fans.
- Generally smooth performance on iPad and well-executed gameplay.
- Ads are relatively non-intrusive for some players (mostly after rounds, not during).
- Active engagement with requests for more puzzles and ongoing content.

### Cons

- Ads block the bottom row of letters and puzzle area, making it difficult or impossible to play on many devices.
- Ads can overlay the UI and cause the game to become unplayable or frustrating during play.

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