Word Ladder
Sporcle, Inc Games iPhoneiPadiPod touch
Word Ladder is a free Games app for iPhone and iPad by Sporcle, Inc. Rated 4.3/5 from 120 ratings. Requires iOS 15.1. Updated June 15, 2026.
- Rating
- 4.3
- 120 ratings
- Price
- Free
- on the App Store
- Size
- 126 MB
- Age 4+
- Updated
- Jun 15
- 2026 · v1.4.1
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About Word Ladder
Change one letter. Solve the clue. Climb the Word Ladder! Word Ladder is a clever and relaxing word puzzle game that combines crossword-style clues with one-letter word transformations. Each answer differs from the word beside it by just one letter. Use the clues, surrounding answers, and helpful hints to complete every ladder. Start with approachable puzzles and work your way through increasingly challenging word games designed to test your vocabulary, spelling, and logic. Discover new words, exercise your mind, and enjoy the satisfaction of completing each chain. Whether you enjoy crossword puzzles, daily word games, vocabulary quizzes, or classic brain teasers, Word Ladder offers a fresh challenge that is easy to learn and rewarding to master. HOW TO PLAY • Solve the clue for each word • Change only one letter between neighboring answers • Use completed words to reveal possible letters • Spend coins on hints when you need a little help • Finish every word to complete the ladder FEATURES • More than 720 handcrafted levels, with more on the way • Crossword-style clues for every answer • Fun vocabulary, spelling, and logic challenges • Daily word puzzle game with bonus coin rewards • Helpful hints for difficult words • Beautiful collectible puzzles unlocked through play • Quick, casual gameplay for word puzzle fans Put your vocabulary to the test and see how high you can climb. Download Word Ladder and start solving today!
Ratings & reviews
4.3
120 ratings
What’s new
Version 1.4.1 · Updated June 15, 2026
Bug fixes and In App item fixes.
App privacy
The developer, Sporcle, Inc, reported these privacy practices to Apple.
Data Used to Track You
The following data may be used to track you across apps and websites owned by other companies:
- Usage Data: Product Interaction, Advertising Data
Data Not Linked to You
The following data, which may be collected but is not linked to your identity, may be used for the following purposes:
- Usage Data: Product Interaction, Advertising Data
Used for: Third-Party Advertising, Analytics
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