# PathPix Lite vs Dot

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PathPix Lite at none against Dot's 19. PathPix Lite also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 76%) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). Dot's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 17 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dot sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. PathPix Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dot holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dot has 368 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 85% of PathPix Lite's written reviews are positive against 76% of Dot's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PathPix Lite ships an update every 17 months, Dot every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PathPix Lite | Dot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathpix-lite/id321677308/reviews) | **[4.8 (368 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-a-pix-connect-the-dots/id1300936234/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **368** |
| Positive reviews | **84.6% of reviews** | 76.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 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 Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathpix-lite/id321677308)

Connect pairs of colored numbers by drawing paths of specific lengths to reveal miniature pictures. Each solved puzzle offers a related quote for reflection. This free version is the perfect starting point to explore the puzzle world.

**Highlights:** Draw colored paths, Connect numbered pairs, Paths match number length, Reveal hidden pictures, Receive related quotes, Free to start

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Addictive puzzles
- 💡 Unique concept
- ✨ Rewarding quotes
- 🚀 Smooth controls
- 🎨 Colorful visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤏 Limited free puzzles
- 😩 Controls can be tricky
- 💸 Expansions costly
- 🤔 Instructions unclear
- 📱 No landscape mode

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 Inconsistent path drawing
- 🐛 Accidental line drawing/erasing
- 🐛 Difficulty panning on large puzzles
- 🐛 Volume control issues
- 🐛 iPhone 5 support needed

**Requested features**

- More puzzles in free version
- iPad support/universal app
- Landscape mode
- Audio feedback
- Option to turn off double-tap erasure


### Dot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-a-pix-connect-the-dots/id1300936234)

Connect numbered dots in ascending order to reveal intricate, colorful images. This advanced adaptation of classic dot-to-dot puzzles offers hundreds of dots per image and includes helpful tools for a satisfying artistic experience.

**Highlights:** Connect numbered dots to reveal pictures, High-quality color images, Puzzles up to 1200 dots, Weekly bonus puzzles, Zoom, pan, and undo/redo, Progress previews

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SingleLine - Snacks 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| MultiLine - Snacks 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| MixedLine - Snacks 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| SingleLine - Snacks 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| MixedLine - Snacks 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| MultiLine - Snacks 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| SingleLine - Variety 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| MultiLine - Variety 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| MixedLine - Variety 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| SingleLine - Jumbo Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| MultiLine - Jumbo Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| SingleLine - Jumbo Pack 3 | $1.99 | one-time |
| MixedLine - Jumbo Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| SingleLine - Variety Large 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| MultiLine - Variety Large 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| MixedLine - Variety Large 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| SingleLine - Mega Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| MultiLine - Mega Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| MixedLine - Mega Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 👍 Relaxing pastime
- 👍 Good for killing time
- 👍 Nostalgic connection
- 👍 Easy to use controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Not challenging enough
- 👎 Pictures too babyish
- 👎 Limited free content
- 👎 Expensive extra puzzles
- 👎 Technical issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes mid-puzzle
- Game stops working after rating
- Cannot start second line in multi-line
- Screen disappears and restarts
- Game crashes when connecting distant dots

**Requested features**

- More free puzzles
- Landscape mode option
- Larger puzzles with more dots
- Option to change colors
- Easier way to restart puzzles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PathPix Lite free?

PathPix Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PathPix Lite or Dot?

Dot is rated higher. PathPix Lite averages 4.3 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Dot averages 4.8 from 368 ratings.

### Do PathPix Lite or Dot have ads?

Neither PathPix Lite nor Dot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PathPix Lite or Dot?

PathPix Lite ships an update every 17 months, and Dot every 4 months. Most recently, PathPix Lite was updated on October 21, 2026 and Dot on October 26, 2026.

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