# Sync vs Connect Branch

The clearest difference is price: Connect Branch at Free against Sync's $0.99. Sync's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (33 vs 4). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Connect Branch is free to download; Sync costs $0.99 up front. Connect Branch sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Sync asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Sync against 4.8 for Connect Branch. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sync has 33 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 97% of Sync's written reviews are positive against 100% of Connect Branch's.

Sync ships an update every 40 months, Connect Branch every 41 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sync | Connect Branch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $0.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-ball/id356277312/reviews)** | [4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-branch-infinite-loop/id1520620484/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **33** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 96.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 40 months** | Every 41 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tozai, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/356277315) | [Nirav Tank](https://appshunter.io/developer/1422668089) |

## What reviewers say

### Sync

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sync-ball/id356277312)

Engage your mind with a unique puzzle experience where you guide synchronized balls to designated holes using simple swipes. Navigate through increasingly complex mazes, strategically using walls to achieve your goals. Enjoy a tranquil yet stimulating challenge with 80 levels, designed for thoughtful problem-solving without time pressure.

**Highlights:** Swipe to move synchronized balls, Align balls into holes, Use maze walls for strategy, Avoid falling off the platform, Progress through 80 levels, No time limits or scores, Develop concentration and problem-solving skills

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Connect Branch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-branch-infinite-loop/id1520620484)

Create artistic patterns of tree branches and flowers in this relaxing puzzle game. Solve unlimited levels to enhance logic skills and reduce stress with a soothing soundtrack. Save your creations as wallpapers.

**Highlights:** Unlimited puzzle levels, Create branch and flower patterns, Meditation soundtrack, Save creations as wallpapers, Two game modes: Connect and Disconnect, Logic skill enhancement

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sync free?

Sync costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Connect Branch free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sync or Connect Branch?

Sync is rated higher. Sync averages 4.8 out of 5 from 33 ratings, while Connect Branch averages 4.8 from 4 ratings.

### Do Sync or Connect Branch have ads?

Neither Sync nor Connect Branch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sync or Connect Branch?

Sync ships an update every 40 months, and Connect Branch every 41 months. Most recently, Sync was updated on October 14, 2026 and Connect Branch on October 22, 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.*