Is this the app for the big blue robot?

No. This is Moxie Word Traveler, a word puzzle game. The Moxie Robot (by Embodied) has its own parent app for configuration, but they are totally different products.

Does it require an internet connection?

You can play the core levels offline, which makes it a top-tier choice for airplanes or car rides where Wi-Fi is spotty.

Can my kid play against their friends?

This is primarily a solo experience. There aren't the same 'social pressure' features you find in Words With Friends, which is actually a relief for many parents.

In the game, a 'twaddle' happens when you place a letter that doesn't form a valid word or breaks a chain. It locks that letter slot, making the level harder. It's the game's way of saying 'think before you drop.'

Moxie – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Moxie

Name: Screenwise
Author: Screenwise

app2022

84%

WISE Score

4.0

App Store

A clever mashup of solitaire and Scrabble that actually makes your brain work without the stress of a timer.

Moxie

app

Everyone, 2022

84%

WISE Score

4.0

App Store

A clever mashup of solitaire and Scrabble that actually makes your brain work without the stress of a timer.

Jump to

Also rated on

Where to Find

App Store

Google Play

Screenwise Verdict

Moxie Word Traveler is the thinking person's mobile game. It avoids the frantic, dopamine-chasing chaos of many modern apps in favor of a slow, 'solitaire-style' approach to word building.

It’s a great choice for parents who want a 'quiet time' app that actually builds literacy skills. It isn't flashy, and it won't win awards for 'innovation' in 2026, but it’s a solid, reliable digital puzzle box that respects the player's intelligence.

Age Fit

Best for ages 8 and up. A child needs a solid grasp of spelling and at least a 2nd-grade vocabulary to enjoy the basic mechanics without constant help.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

It's a clean, intellectually stimulating word game. No combat, no snark, just letters and logic.

Imaginative

While it requires strategic thinking and 'word transformation,' it's a structured puzzle game rather than a creative sandbox.

Safe

Standard mobile game fare. No social chat features or user-generated content risks mentioned. Typical IAP/ad presence for the genre is the only minor friction.

Enriching

Excellent for vocabulary building and pattern recognition. It rewards thinking several moves ahead rather than just fast reflexes.

Parent Info

✓

Why It Might Be Great

Vocabulary builder that goes beyond simple word searches by requiring players to transform existing words.
Strategic depth is surprisingly high; you have to manage your board space and deck like a card game.
Low-stress pacing makes it a great 'waiting room' game for kids or a wind-down activity for adults.
The Bellhop mechanic provides a gentle hint system so kids don't get stuck and throw the iPad in frustration.

⚠

What to Watch For

The 'Twaddle' mechanic (breaking a word chain) can be frustrating for younger kids who don't realize they've painted themselves into a corner.
Like most free-to-play word games, expect interstitial ads and prompts to buy 'Moxie' currency or hints.

Conversation Starters

"What's the longest word you've managed to build without 'twaddling'?"
"Did the Bellhop give you a word today that you've never heard of before?"
"If you could add a special 'wildcard' letter to the deck, which one would it be?"

Deep Dive

Solitaire Meets the Dictionary

Most word games fall into two camps: the 'Wordle' clones that take thirty seconds and the 'Scrabble' clones that take thirty years. Moxie Word Traveler carves out a nice middle ground. By using a deck of letters that you must place onto a board to create or evolve words, it feels more like a card game than a spelling bee.

What makes it stand out is the cumulative scoring. You aren't just finding a word and moving on; you're trying to keep a 'chain' alive. Changing 'CAT' to 'CATS' to 'COATS' is the name of the game. This forces kids to look at the internal structure of words—prefixes, suffixes, and vowel swaps—rather than just hunting for random letter clusters.

The Brand Confusion

It's worth noting that if you search for 'Moxie' in 2026, you're likely to find the high-end AI companion robot from Embodied. While that robot is a fascinating piece of social-emotional tech for kids (especially those on the autism spectrum), Moxie Word Traveler is a completely separate, low-tech puzzle app. Don't go in expecting a talking robot friend; go in expecting a very good crossword puzzle alternative.

What Parents Ask

Ask Anything

Get a personalized guide on any topic