# Bubble Link vs AIn't Real

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Bubble Link at 5.6K against AIn't Real's 1. Bubble Link also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). AIn't Real's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bubble Link sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and AIn't Real sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Bubble Link against 5.0 for AIn't Real. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bubble Link has 5.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Bubble Link ships an update fortnightly, AIn't Real every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bubble Link | AIn't Real |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (5.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-link-connect-and-match/id1645875054/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aint-real/id6758273529/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 183 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ilyon Dynamics Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/604044223) | [Upstream Partners, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864248680) |

## What reviewers say

### Bubble Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-link-connect-and-match/id1645875054)

Link colorful 3D bubbles to create chain blasts and clear the board in this addictive puzzle matching game. Solve hundreds of challenging levels, use powerful boosters, and complete missions to earn rewards. Play anytime, anywhere, online or offline.

**Highlights:** Link three or more adjacent bubbles to pop, Hundreds of puzzles, Powerful boosters, Complete missions and win rewards, Play online or offline, Relaxing puzzle gameplay

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mini Coins Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale Offer # 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale Offer # 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Endless Sale Offer # 3 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Small Coins Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Link Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coins Pack | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Challenging but fun
- 💡 Engaging brain training
- 🤩 Relaxing and calming

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Unclear level progression
- 🔍 Confusing game mechanics
- 🔍 Excessive ads
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Freezing and crashing issues

**Reported bugs**

- Stuck on impossible levels
- Inconsistent game functions
- Incorrect color differentiation

**Requested features**

- Undo button
- Distinct color scheme for bubbles
- Zen mode without time pressure
- Progress tracking and leaderboards


### AIn't Real

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aint-real/id6758273529)

Test your ability to distinguish between real photographs and AI-generated images. Compete with friends in party mode, hone your skills in solo play, or tackle the ultimate challenge in marathon mode. Fast-paced rounds and bonus points keep the excitement high.

**Highlights:** Distinguish real vs. AI images, Party mode for 2-8 players, Classic solo practice mode, Marathon challenge mode, Fast-paced timed rounds, Speed, streak, and random bonuses, Offline solo play

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bubble Link free?

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

### Is AIn't Real free?

AIn't Real is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bubble Link or AIn't Real?

AIn't Real is rated higher. Bubble Link averages 4.9 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while AIn't Real averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Bubble Link or AIn't Real have ads?

Both Bubble Link and AIn't Real show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bubble Link or AIn't Real?

Bubble Link ships an update fortnightly, and AIn't Real every 4 days. Most recently, Bubble Link was updated on November 7, 2026 and AIn't Real on October 31, 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.*