Comparison

4 in a Row Classic Connect vs 4Connect

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

4 in a Row Classic Connect

Experience the classic board game where players drop colored chips to connect four in a row horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. Challenge friends or a computer opponent across multiple difficulty levels in this engaging strategy game.

Highlights
  • Connect four chips in a row
  • Play against CPU
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Pass and play with friends
  • Customizable themes and avatars
Features
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The classic game you know and love is back. Play this two-player game with a friend or outwit the CPU! Can you beat every difficulty? Connect 4 pieces of your color in a row, column, or diagonal line. The first person to connect four in a row wins! Challenge yourself in this colorful and stimulating brain exercise. - Easy to play with simplistic designs - Play against a computer opponent - Easy, Medium, and Hard levels - Pass and play with a friend! - Select who makes the first move or randomize - Customizable themes with unique colored checkers - Choose a custom character as your avatar! Thank you for playing 4 in a Row. For any questions or feedback, email us at contact@maplemedia.io. We'd love to hear from you!

About

4Connect

Experience the classic four-in-a-row board game with vibrant themes and smooth animations. Play solo against AI, challenge friends locally, or compete globally online. Features include customizable boards, unlimited undos, and detailed stats.

Highlights
  • Classic Four-in-a-Row Gameplay
  • Single-Player vs. AI (5 difficulty levels)
  • Local Hotseat 2-Player Mode
  • Online Multiplayer with Leaderboards
  • Unlimited Undo Moves
  • Customizable Themes & Skins
  • Stats & Achievements Tracking
Features
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Get ready for the ultimate four-in-a-row experience on iOS! 4 Connect brings the timeless disc-dropping board game to your phone with smooth animations, vibrant themes, and nonstop fun. Whether you’re honing your strategy solo, battling a friend in hotseat mode, or climbing the global leaderboards, 4 Connect has something for everyone. Key Features Classic Four-in-a-Row Gameplay – Drop your discs, line up four in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) and outsmart your opponent in this addictive strategy challenge. Single-Player vs. AI – Five adjustable difficulty levels let you sharpen your tactics against a smart computer adversary. Local Hotseat 2-Player – Pass-and-play with friends or family in real time—perfect for couch duels or quick brain-teasers. Online Multiplayer – Match up with players worldwide. Climb leaderboards, earn trophies, and prove you’re the ultimate four-in-a-row champion. Undo Moves – Made a misstep? Use unlimited undos to refine your strategy and reverse any move. Themes & Skins – Personalize your board and discs with dozens of vibrant themes, from classic wood to neon glow. Stats & Achievements – Track wins, losses, best streaks, and collect Game Center achievements to showcase your skills. Family-Friendly & Kid-Safe – Intuitive controls, no disruptive ads during gameplay, and a gentle learning curve make it perfect for all ages. Why You’ll Love 4 Connect Free, Offline & Online – Play anywhere: solo or local matches don’t need internet, and online multiplayer is just a tap away. Brain-Teaser & Strategy – Boost critical thinking, logic skills, and reflexes with every round of four-in-a-row. Optimized for iOS – Stunning graphics, fluid animations, and full support for iPhone and iPad screens. Download 4 Connect today and dive into the best four-in-a-row game on the App Store! Challenge the AI, outwit friends, and join a global community of strategy buffs.

Screenshots

4 in a Row Classic Connect4 screens
4Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: 4Connect at 5.0 against 4 in a Row Classic Connect's 4.4. 4 in a Row Classic Connect's advantage is ratings volume (36K vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 4 in a Row Classic Connect sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and 4Connect sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

4Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 4 in a Row Classic Connect has 36K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
4 in a Row Classic Connect versus 4Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter4 in a Row Classic Connect4Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (36K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings36K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB26 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperDo More Mobile, LLC.Vicki Partridge

Customer experience

4 in a Row Classic Connect

All ratings36,041 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral5.6%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive35.6%
Neutral8.0%
Negative56.3%

4Connect

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

4 in a Row Classic Connect

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Glitches with piece placement
  • Incorrect game outcome display

Requested features

3 requests
  • Online multiplayer mode
  • Improved AI difficulty
  • Reduced ad frequency

4Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

4 in a Row Classic Connect

One-time1
  • Four in a Row Remove Ads$9.99
1 purchases

4Connect

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99

Questions

Is 4 in a Row Classic Connect free?
4 in a Row Classic Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 4Connect free?
4Connect is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 4 in a Row Classic Connect or 4Connect?
4Connect is rated higher. 4 in a Row Classic Connect averages 4.4 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while 4Connect averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do 4 in a Row Classic Connect or 4Connect have ads?
Both 4 in a Row Classic Connect and 4Connect show ads.

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