# PathPix Pro vs Link

The clearest difference is price: Link at Free against PathPix Pro's $2.99. Link also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 17 months) and ratings volume (653 vs 127). PathPix Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and review sentiment (94% vs 82%). On rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Link is free to download; PathPix Pro costs $2.99 up front. Link sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. PathPix Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for PathPix Pro against 4.8 for Link. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Link has 653 ratings behind it against 127, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of PathPix Pro's written reviews are positive against 82% of Link's.

PathPix Pro ships an update every 17 months, Link every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PathPix Pro | Link |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (127 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathpix-pro/id338509060/reviews)** | [4.8 (653 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/link-a-pix-nonogram-links/id517602670/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 127 | **653** |
| Positive reviews | **93.8% 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 | 10 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 Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pathpix-pro/id338509060)

This app offers a collection of 320 challenging puzzles specifically designed for experienced players. It features unique puzzle types like geometric shapes, short and long paths, and puzzles with limited or no path squares. Completing puzzles reveals miniature pictures and provides witty quotes as rewards.

**Highlights:** 320 challenging puzzles, Special puzzle sections (Shapes, Short Paths, Two Colors, White Space, Long Paths, XLarge), Puzzles reveal miniature pictures, Includes witty quotes, Designed for expert players

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable and easy to use
- 🧠 Challenging and engaging puzzles
- 💡 Multiple difficulty levels and puzzle types
- 🕰️ Great time-killer and relaxing experience
- 🎨 Beautiful and crisp visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and performance issues
- 🔄 Lack of ability to reset all puzzles
- 🔍 Blurry graphics on some devices
- 🛑 Developer appears to have abandoned the app

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzle #204 causes the app to crash
- Puzzle #149 and #150 delete progress after completion

**Requested features**

- More puzzle levels and new content updates
- Ability to export/backup progress
- Game Center integration and achievements


### 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 Pro free?

PathPix Pro costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Link free?

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

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

PathPix Pro is rated higher. PathPix Pro averages 4.9 out of 5 from 127 ratings, while Link averages 4.8 from 653 ratings.

### Do PathPix Pro or Link have ads?

Neither PathPix Pro nor Link shows ads.

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

PathPix Pro ships an update every 17 months, and Link every 3 months. Most recently, PathPix Pro was updated on October 18, 2026 and Link on October 17, 2026.

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