# PathPix vs Link

The clearest difference is price: Link at Free against PathPix's $1.99. Link also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 17 months). PathPix's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and review sentiment (97% vs 82%). On rating, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Link is free to download; PathPix costs $1.99 up front. Link sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. PathPix asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for PathPix against 4.8 for Link. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 432 and 653 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 97% of PathPix's written reviews are positive against 82% of Link's.

PathPix ships an update every 17 months, Link every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PathPix | Link |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (432 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathpix/id314306149/reviews)** | [4.8 (653 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/link-a-pix-nonogram-links/id517602670/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 432 | **653** |
| Positive reviews | **96.8% of reviews** | 82.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kris Pixton](https://appshunter.io/developer/314306152) | [Conceptis Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/479420055) |

## What reviewers say

### PathPix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathpix/id314306149)

Draw colored paths connecting numbered pairs, with path length matching the number. Solve puzzles to reveal miniature pictures and enjoy related quotes. Features graduated difficulty and helpful tools.

**Highlights:** Draw colored paths, Connect numbered pairs, Path length matches number, Reveal miniature pictures, Graduated puzzle difficulty, Check button for incorrect paths, Pinch zoom and one-finger scrolling

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and fun
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Unique and innovative concept
- 👍 Great value for money
- 👍 Smooth controls and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or performance issues
- 🔋 Difficulty scrolling and zooming at times
- 👎 Lack of sound effects or music
- 👎 Limited number of puzzles

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when finishing puzzles
- Zooming and scrolling issues on some devices
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- More puzzle levels and themes
- Ability to reset or replay puzzles
- Customization options (e.g. dark mode)
- Hint or assistance features for harder puzzles
- Multiplayer or leaderboard functionality


### Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/link-a-pix-nonogram-links/id517602670)

Solve logic puzzles by linking clue pairs to paint paths and reveal hidden pixel-art pictures. This game offers mentally stimulating challenges with a unique fingertip cursor for precise control. Enjoy a vast collection of puzzles, weekly bonuses, and no ads.

**Highlights:** Link clue pairs to paint paths, Reveal hidden pixel-art pictures, Unique fingertip cursor for precision, 125 free puzzles and weekly bonus, No ads, Multiple difficulty levels, Graphic previews of puzzle progress

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| B&W Variety 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Animals we Love | $2.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Music, TV, Cinema Celebrities | $3.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety Large | $3.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety - Large 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety - Large 3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Color Extra Large 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Color Mega 1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Famous Masterpieces | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good pick up and play fun
- 👍 Beautiful pictures, super fun, and mind-stimulating
- 👍 Love the game
- 👍 Fun for kids
- 👍 Best Nonogram game, addictive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes, lost progress
- 🔍 Needs a 'find-it' or 'hint' feature for large puzzles
- 🔍 Would like to turn off number indicator
- 💰 Puzzle packs are overpriced, too expensive
- 🔍 Controls can be clunky and unintuitive

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes phone
- Purchases and progress disappearing after updates

**Requested features**

- More 'very hard' and difficult puzzles
- Option to reset/replay completed puzzles
- More free puzzles, daily instead of weekly
- Ability to log into website account from app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PathPix free?

PathPix costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Link free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PathPix or Link?

PathPix is rated higher. PathPix averages 4.9 out of 5 from 432 ratings, while Link averages 4.8 from 653 ratings.

### Do PathPix or Link have ads?

Neither PathPix nor Link shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PathPix or Link?

PathPix ships an update every 17 months, and Link every 3 months. Most recently, PathPix was updated on September 29, 2026 and Link on September 29, 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.*