Comparison

Link vs BrainPairs

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

Head to head
About

Link

A vibrant puzzle game where players connect hexagonal tiles of the same color. Swipe to create links, generate powerups, and clear levels. Offers engaging gameplay with hundreds of challenges and unique tile combinations.

Highlights
  • Link hexagonal tiles
  • Create powerups
  • Hundreds of levels
  • Unique tile combinations
  • Swipe-to-link mechanics
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Link is a colorful puzzle game where you link hexagonal tiles together to beat levels. Create links in any direction by swiping between adjacent tiles of the same color, and use these links to create powerups, destroy other objects, and earn points! With fresh game mechanics and complex tile combinations, Link offers unique and immersive gameplay and is sure to keep you engaged as you swipe your way through hundreds of levels. Enjoy! :)

About

BrainPairs

Features
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Train your brain! Discover the most complete and addictive memory game! - DOZENS OF DIFFERENT TYPES OF GAMES Explore an incredible variety of content: letters, numbers, Roman numerals, colors (classic and advanced modes with Stroop effect), symbols, world flags, cute animals, colorful fruits, expressive smileys, lush plants, delicious food, sports equipment, musical instruments, geometric shapes, and even Japanese, Chinese and Korean characters! Each type offers a unique and stimulating experience. - 4 LEVELS OF DIFFICULTY Easy (12 cards): Perfect for beginners or just relaxing Medium (20 cards): A balanced challenge to progress Difficult (30 cards): For those who love a challenge Expert (40 cards): For memory masters only! - TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Comprehensive statistics system for each game type and difficulty: High scores and record times Averages and success rates History of your last 10 games Personalized progress to keep you motivated - MODERN & INTUITIVE INTERFACE Smooth animations and captivating visual effects Modern design with customizable background Optimized landscape mode for an immersive experience Bilingual interface (French/English) - ADDICTIVE GAMEPLAY Find identical pairs of cards in as few moves as possible! The faster and more precise you are, the better your score. Each game is timed to add spice to the challenge. - WHY CHOOSE OUR GAME? Brain training: Improve your memory, concentration and speed Educational content: Learn and have fun with foreign languages Varied challenges: 18 × 4 = 72 different combinations to master Detailed tracking: Measure your progress and beat your records Sophisticated design: Modern, user-friendly interface Free of charge : No built-in purchase, enjoy the game to the full - PERFECT FOR : Fans of puzzle games Daily brain training Learning the basics of other languages Relaxing and stimulating your mind Challenging family and friends - DOWNLOAD NOW Join thousands of players who train their memory every day! Start your journey to elephant memory and find out how far you can go. Your brain will thank you!

Screenshots

Link4 screens
BrainPairs4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BrainPairs at none against Link's 7. Link's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Link sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. BrainPairs asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Link ships an update every 4 days, BrainPairs every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Link versus BrainPairs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinkBrainPairs
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCosmic Labs LLCrichard prandini

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Link

One-time7
  • 100 Coins$1.99
  • 300 Coins$4.99
  • 500 Coins$7.99
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  • 1000 Coins$14.99
  • 2500 Coins$34.99
  • 5000 Coins$59.99
  • 10000 Coins$99.99
None

BrainPairs

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Link free?
Link is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrainPairs free?
BrainPairs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Link or BrainPairs have ads?
Neither Link nor BrainPairs shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Link or BrainPairs?
Link ships an update every 4 days, and BrainPairs every 5 days. Most recently, Link was updated on November 3, 2026 and BrainPairs on October 30, 2026.

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