# Linko vs Tiny Connections

The clearest difference is rating: Tiny Connections at 4.3 against Linko's 3.8. Tiny Connections also leads on ratings volume (610 vs 26). Linko's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 36%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Linko sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Tiny Connections sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tiny Connections holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tiny Connections has 610 ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 61% of Linko's written reviews are positive against 36% of Tiny Connections's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Linko ships an update every 4 weeks, Tiny Connections every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Linko | Tiny Connections |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linko-relaxing-loop/id1608997896/reviews) | **[4.3 (610 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-connections/id6464590876/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **610** |
| Positive reviews | **60.9% of reviews** | 36.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 158 MB | 448 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [1PixelStudio Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1046496163) | [Short Circuit Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1681849083) |

## What reviewers say

### Linko

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linko-relaxing-loop/id1608997896)

A simple and calming puzzle game designed for relaxation. Players rotate lines on a board to connect them all, offering an easy-to-learn maze-like experience for all ages. The game's revenue supports a stray cat shelter.

**Highlights:** Simple one-finger controls, Calming maze-like gameplay, Easy to learn for all ages, Rotate lines to connect, Relaxing mind exercise

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donate low price. | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donate medium price. | $19.99 | one-time |
| Donate high price. | $44.99 | one-time |


### Tiny Connections

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-connections/id6464590876)

A relaxing puzzle game where you build networks to connect houses with essential services like power and water. Strategically link matching colored houses to stations while avoiding line crossings and utilizing power-ups. Explore real-world maps and compete in daily challenges.

**Highlights:** Connect houses to matching infrastructure, Utilize tunnels, junctions, and swaps, Explore real-world inspired maps, Daily and weekly challenges, Achievements and leaderboards, Colorblind mode

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lands Down Under Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tiny Connections No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Journey Beginnings Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full Game Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tiny Connection Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun gameplay
- 👍 Great problem-solving game
- 👍 Fabulous visual and accessibility options
- 👍 Challenging but simple
- 👍 Interesting concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Horrible map navigation and movement
- 🐛 Poor tutorial and guidance
- 🐛 Clunky and buggy controls
- 🐛 Frustrating UI and camera issues
- 🐛 Randomly spawning buildings disrupt networks

**Reported bugs**

- Tutorial progress not saving
- Inability to skip tutorial
- Inconsistencies between tutorial and actual gameplay
- Inability to pause time as described in tutorial
- Difficulty connecting tunnels

**Requested features**

- Add a dedicated map navigation mode
- Improve tutorial and in-game guidance
- Allow zooming and panning without building mode
- Provide an option to remove ads
- Add an easy mode for beginners


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Linko free?

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

### Is Tiny Connections free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Linko or Tiny Connections?

Tiny Connections is rated higher. Linko averages 3.8 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Tiny Connections averages 4.3 from 610 ratings.

### Do Linko or Tiny Connections have ads?

Both Linko and Tiny Connections show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Linko or Tiny Connections?

Linko ships an update every 4 weeks, and Tiny Connections every 3 weeks. Most recently, Linko was updated on October 14, 2026 and Tiny Connections on October 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*