Words with Friends 2 Classic

The word strength indicator shows a bar that rates your word choice as weak or strong before you play it. While helpful for beginners, it's not always accurate, so experienced players may eventually rely on their own judgment instead.

Yes, the solo play mode lets you play against a bot without an internet connection, making it perfect for subway rides or flights. The bot isn't very challenging, so it's great for practicing big words without pressure.

Some users experience occasional freezes mid-game, but this is rare—happening only a few times over many games. If it freezes, force close the app and reopen it; your game progress is usually saved.

The app can drain battery quickly, especially during long sessions—like dropping from 80% to 30% over four hours. To save battery, lower your screen brightness, close background apps, and consider playing in shorter bursts.

Unlike some competitors that nag you to subscribe after every few matches, Words with Friends 2 Classic lets you test all free features without upfront costs or forced trials. It also offers solo play, a word strength indicator, and reliable push notifications, though ads appear after every move unless you subscribe.