# 2 vs Connect Dots

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Connect Dots at none against 2's 7. Connect Dots also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 13 months). 2's advantage is iOS requirement (12.6 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 2 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Connect Dots asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for 2 against 4.2 for Connect Dots. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 19 respectively.

2 ships an update every 13 months, Connect Dots every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 2 | Connect Dots |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2-4-8-link-identical-numbers/id1529278564/reviews) | **[4.2 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-dots-clear-the-dots/id6443637495/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **19** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 35 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.6** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PLAYTOUCH](https://appshunter.io/developer/608330754) | [Vu Hong Luat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1266331062) |

## What reviewers say

### 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2-4-8-link-identical-numbers/id1529278564)

Connect identical numbers vertically or horizontally to merge them into a new, higher number. Challenge yourself to achieve the highest possible score in this addictive puzzle game.

**Highlights:** Connect identical numbers, Merge dots into new numbers, Vertical and horizontal connections, Score-based gameplay, Addictive puzzle mechanics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove all ADS from the game | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| 550 diamonds | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1200 diamonds | $8.99 | one-time |
| 2500 diamonds | $17.99 | one-time |
| 4000 diamonds | $26.99 | one-time |


### Connect Dots

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-dots-clear-the-dots/id6443637495)

A simple and relaxing puzzle game where players connect adjacent balls of the same color. Aim to destroy three or more balls to score points and complete level objectives. This game is suitable for all ages.

**Highlights:** Connect adjacent balls of the same color, Destroy 3 or more balls for scores, Complete level conditions to win, Suitable for all ages, Simple and relaxing gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2 free?

2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Connect Dots free?

Connect Dots is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, 2 or Connect Dots?

Connect Dots is rated higher. 2 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Connect Dots averages 4.2 from 19 ratings.

### Do 2 or Connect Dots have ads?

Both 2 and Connect Dots show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 2 or Connect Dots?

2 ships an update every 13 months, and Connect Dots every 3 months. Most recently, 2 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Connect Dots on October 25, 2026.

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