Waffle
Swap letters around a waffle-shaped grid to fix six words at once, with only fifteen swaps and stars for every one you save.
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How to get the most from it
Waffle sits in Word Games under Play, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and calming.
About this category: Daily word puzzles, anagram hunts, crosswords and the whole family of games that grew out of one green-and-yellow grid. Most reset at midnight.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- Giving your brain a workout
- Winding down when your head is busy
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Waffle: quick answers
Is Waffle free?
Yes. Waffle is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Waffle?
No. You can use Waffle without signing up for anything.
Does Waffle work on a phone?
Yes. Waffle works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Waffle safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Waffle take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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