Mini Crossword
A 5x5 crossword against the clock
WordA small daily crossword with classic clues, timed so you can race your own best.

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- Our rating
- 4.1/ 5
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time per game
- 3-6 min
- Play mode
- Daily + Unlimited
- Price
- Free
Our review
“A tidy five by five crossword with a running timer, though the format will feel familiar to most crossword fans.”
Pros
- +Check marks wrong squares red
- +Running timer to beat
- +Free archive with a free account
Cons
- −Letters get no feedback until checked
- −Format is very familiar
Best forCrossword fans · Quick coffee breaks · Timed puzzle players
Skip ifyou want something new in the rules
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