# Flow Free vs Max Match

The clearest difference is ads: Max Match at none against Flow Free's shown. Max Match also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). Flow Free's advantage is ratings volume (408K vs 504) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flow Free sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Max Match sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flow Free holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flow Free has 408K ratings behind it against 504, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 82% and 83% positive.

Flow Free ships an update every 5 months, Max Match every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flow Free | Max Match |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (408K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flow-free/id526641427/reviews)** | [4.5 (504 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/max-match-connect-the-dots/id636409559/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **408K** | 504 |
| Positive reviews | 82.4% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#50** | — |
| Size | 77 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **7.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Big Duck Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/435664937) | [Tiltan Games (2013) LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/540330637) |

## What reviewers say

### Flow Free

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flow-free/id526641427)

**Currently charting:** #50 Top Free · Board, #83 Top Grossing · Board, #184 Top Free · Puzzle (US App Store)

Connect matching colored pipes to fill the board without crossing or overlapping. Enjoy hundreds of free levels or challenge yourself in timed modes. This addictive puzzle game offers a relaxing yet engaging experience for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Connect matching colors with pipes, Fill the entire board, Over 2,500 free levels, Daily puzzles, Time Trial mode, Multiple board sizes, Level packs

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Green Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Blue Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Purple Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10x10 Mania | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 Hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Packs and Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Hints | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Relaxing and fun
- 🧠 Challenges the brain
- ⏱️ Good for passing time
- 🔓 No WiFi required
- 💻 Works well on different devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Ads can be intrusive
- 💰 Hints/levels can be expensive
- 🤯 Levels can get too difficult
- 🔁 Daily streak issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or crashing
- Ads getting stuck and preventing progress

**Requested features**

- More challenging levels for older players
- Ability to earn hints through gameplay
- Option to change background color for themes
- Sync progress across devices


### Max Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/max-match-connect-the-dots/id636409559)

Connect dots of the same color with lines to fill the entire board. This addictive puzzle game offers thousands of levels with increasing difficulty, daily challenges, and hints to help you progress. Enjoy a relaxing yet engaging brain-training experience suitable for all ages.

**Highlights:** Connect same-colored dots, Fill the entire board, Thousands of unique levels, Daily challenges, Adjustable grid sizes, Hint system, Leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flow Max - Get 5 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 9x9 Mega Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 10x10 Mega Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Flow Max - Unlock Special Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 11x11 Mega Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 12x12 Mega Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Flash Mega Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Flow Max - Get 15 Hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| Flow Max - Get 30 Hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| Flow Max - Get 60 Hints! | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🧠 Mentally stimulating
- 💤 Relaxing experience
- 🕰️ Good time-killer
- 🧑‍🦳 Suitable for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🙄 Constant review requests
- 📺 Excessive ads
- 🤖 Buggy controls/tracking
- 🔇 Inability to disable sound
- 🤯 Repetitive/easy puzzles

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect level labeling
- Unresponsive controls
- Freezing/crashing issues
- Ads interrupting gameplay

**Requested features**

- More challenging puzzle levels
- Ability to disable ads
- Persistent sound settings
- Progress tracking and achievements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flow Free free?

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

### Is Max Match free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Flow Free or Max Match?

Flow Free is rated higher. Flow Free averages 4.8 out of 5 from 408K ratings, while Max Match averages 4.5 from 504 ratings.

### Do Flow Free or Max Match have ads?

Flow Free shows ads; Max Match does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flow Free or Max Match?

Flow Free ships an update every 5 months, and Max Match every 3 months. Most recently, Flow Free was updated on November 5, 2026 and Max Match on November 1, 2026.

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