Comparison

NumberLink vs LinkLines ©

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

Head to head
About

NumberLink

Features
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Classic NumberLink (also called Number Link / Arukone). Connect each matching pair with one continuous path—then fill every cell on the grid. 1,000+ puzzles. Swipe to draw. Undo & redo. Tips when you’re stuck. Play offline anytime. HOW TO PLAY Link every number to its twin with an unbroken path that moves only horizontally or vertically. Paths can’t cross, split, or U-turn on themselves. When every pair is linked and every square is filled, you win. Easy to learn—deep enough for a long commute. WHO IT’S FOR • Fans of Flow-style path puzzles who want a numbered, logic-first version • Sudoku / Slitherlink / Hashi players looking for another Nikoli classic • Anyone who wants calm brain training without frantic timers • Beginners and experts—start on the tour, then climb to 11×16 boards FEATURES • 1,000+ NumberLink puzzles across many board sizes (6×6 up to 11×16) • Finger-draw paths: extend, cut through, and redraw with undo/redo • Tip mode to reveal a correct path when you’re blocked • Move counter and personal best tracking • How-to-play guide with clear examples • Offline play—no connection required for core packs • Extra puzzle packs when you want more • Optional subscription to remove ads and unlock perks (cancel anytime) WHY NUMBERLINK Colored “pipe” clones are everywhere. NumberLink is the classic form: numbered pairs, full-grid coverage, and pure deduction. Our boards scale from a short tour to large grids that reward planning—not spammy level mills. Draw with your finger, fix mistakes instantly, and keep a quiet streak going offline. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://www.puzzles-together.com/privacy.html

About

LinkLines ©

Features
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AI auto-generated grid, for endless play. Route water through a living grid. Link matching color valves to build pipes, fill every cell, and never cross a line. Levels are AI auto-generated, so the challenge never runs out. Why it feels good • Satisfying path-drawing with silky animations • Crisp haptics and soft audio feedback • Instant restarts and an undo that respects your skill Why you’ll keep coming back • Infinite levels with smart difficulty ramp • “No crossing” rule creates real logic, not guesswork • Themes to match your mood • Play offline with no timers and no ads • Game Center leaderboards and achievements Core features • Auto-generated puzzles across multiple board sizes • Clean UI with readable type and large touch targets • Undo, New, and optional Solve for learning the patterns • Sound and haptics toggles • Battery-friendly rendering Accessibility • High-contrast color theme option • Haptics can be disabled • One-hand play on all devices No ads. No loot boxes. Just pure puzzle.

Screenshots

NumberLink4 screens
LinkLines ©4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: NumberLink at Free against LinkLines ©'s $0.99. NumberLink also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 7 months). LinkLines ©'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

NumberLink is free to download; LinkLines © costs $0.99 up front. NumberLink sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. LinkLines © asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NumberLink ships an update every 10 days, LinkLines © every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
NumberLink versus LinkLines ©: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNumberLinkLinkLines ©
PriceFree — better$0.99
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer建明 顾EyeOS Store Inc.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

NumberLink

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
One-time3
  • 600 COINS$1.99
  • 1800 COINS$3.99
  • 3600 COINS$5.99
None

LinkLines ©

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NumberLink free?
NumberLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LinkLines © free?
LinkLines © costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do NumberLink or LinkLines © have ads?
NumberLink shows ads; LinkLines © does not.
Which is updated more often, NumberLink or LinkLines ©?
NumberLink ships an update every 10 days, and LinkLines © every 7 months. Most recently, NumberLink was updated on October 15, 2026 and LinkLines © on October 25, 2026.

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