Best Word Game Apps for iPhone and Android in 2024

Word games have exploded in popularity since Wordle went viral. From five-minute daily puzzles to deep strategic board games, there is a word game app for every taste and schedule.

Wordle (New York Times)

One five-letter word per day, six guesses, color clues for feedback. Free on the NYT website. The daily format creates a shared experience — millions solve the same word every morning.

Words With Friends 2 (Zynga)

The most popular asynchronous word board game on mobile. Play multiple games simultaneously against friends or random opponents. Free with ads, or upgrade to remove them.

Scrabble GO (Scopely)

The official digital Scrabble game with the full TWL dictionary, multiple game modes, and tournaments. More polished than WWF. Free to download with in-app purchases.

Spelling Bee (New York Times)

Make as many words as possible using seven given letters — every word must contain the center letter. Finding the "pangram" (all seven letters) is the daily goal. Requires NYT Games subscription.

Quordle / Octordle

Wordle variants where you solve four (Quordle) or eight (Octordle) words simultaneously with shared guesses. Far more challenging than standard Wordle. Free to play in browser and on mobile.

Improve Any Game with SmartUnscramble

No matter which word game you play, SmartUnscramble's suite of tools — word finder, crossword solver, Wordle solver, and anagram finder — helps you understand why certain words work and build a stronger vocabulary over time.