Crossword solving software that has reached version 1.0.7, eight letters one space

I agree that it's niche software, but it's remarkably well-done, and I expect that it will only become more popular as more and more crossword enthusiasts stop purchasing printed newspapers.

"I don't know anyone who wants a piece of software to help them get puzzles done."

You linked to the Wordplay film in your article. Perhaps you're forgetting the scene where Tyler Hinman himself uses a computer-based crossword puzzle tool.

I prefer "Krosswords"
http://jerome.foucher.free.fr/KrossWordz/KrossWordz.html

which only costs 8 bucks to register (or 12 dollars for the whole family). It's just as good as MacXword, and doesn't cost 300% more than a retail crossword puzzle book!

This isn't really a niche piece of software at all. I think by "solving", the company merely means "completing". It's a standard crossword puzzle program--much like Krozzwordz.