Puzzle (1822 programs)

Pros: Easy to play. Different tile effects.

Cons: Dated interface. Limited gameplay. No keyboard control possible.

Pros: Customise the look of your crosswords. No grid size restrictions. New algorithm allows even more complex puzzles.

Cons: Doesn't help you fit words together. May not support all languages.

Pros: Automated scoring for convenience. Built-in dictionary for quick word checks. Lightweight and easy to run on most Windows systems. Faithful adaptation of the original board game.

Cons: Outdated graphics.