# Tile Slider vs Dot to Dot

The clearest difference is ads: Tile Slider at none against Dot to Dot's shown. Tile Slider also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 64%) and device support (5 vs 3). Dot to Dot's advantage is ratings volume (11K vs 234) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tile Slider sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Dot to Dot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tile Slider holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dot to Dot has 11K ratings behind it against 234, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 98% of Tile Slider's written reviews are positive against 64% of Dot to Dot's.

Tile Slider ships an update every 3 months, Dot to Dot monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tile Slider | Dot to Dot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (234 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-slider/id552709030/reviews)** | [4.6 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-to-dot-connect-the-dots/id1227734600/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 234 | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | **97.6% of reviews** | 63.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 227 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Geoff Hackworth](https://appshunter.io/developer/463855590) | [Dot to Dot s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1324577403) |

## What reviewers say

### Tile Slider

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-slider/id552709030)

Engage in a timed sliding tile puzzle challenge with adjustable difficulty. Customize your game with numbered tiles or personal photos, and even flip pieces for added complexity. Enjoy a leisurely pace by disabling the timer or play a quick game on your Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** Multiple difficulty levels, Use custom photos as tiles, Flip pieces for extra challenge, Optional timer for relaxed play, Apple Watch compatibility

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and straightforward gameplay
- 👍 No annoying ads (in basic version)
- 👍 Nostalgic feel, like childhood toys
- 👍 Can use own photos for puzzles
- 👍 Addictive and challenging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Basic version limited in tile count
- 👎 Requires payment to increase tile count
- 👎 Tiles slide slowly, requires multiple swipes
- 👎 Cannot move a whole row at once
- 👎 UI is a bit drab

**Reported bugs**

- Game Center leader board shows impossible times for easy mode

**Requested features**

- Make highlighted correct spot toggle-able
- Remove hard mode and crazy mode
- Remove flip tile
- Fix Game Center leader board (easy mode solve time)
- Allow single taps to move tiles


### Dot to Dot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-to-dot-connect-the-dots/id1227734600)

Connect numbered dots to reveal a variety of images, from animals to famous landmarks. This app offers a relaxing and stress-relieving experience for all ages, with offline play available. Share your creations and enjoy brain training with a vast collection of puzzles.

**Highlights:** Over 500 unique dot-to-dot pictures, Themes include animals, vehicles, art, and places, Puzzles range from 300 to 2500 dots, Suitable for toddlers, kids, and adults, Offline play functionality, Stress relief and brain training benefits, Share completed pictures with friends

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dot To Dot - Weekly Premium | $7.49 | per 7 days |
| Dot2Dot Unlimited - Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Dot To Dot - Monthly Premium | $17.99 | per month |
| Dot2Dot Unlimited: Start offer | $29.99 | per year |
| Dot2Dot Unlimited - Yearly | $74.99 | per year |
| Buy 3 Clues | $0.99 | one-time |
| S clues pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coinpack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| M clues pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| L clues pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Relaxing and enjoyable experience
- 🎨 Variety of puzzles and themes
- 🔢 Helps with counting and learning
- 🎉 Satisfying to complete the pictures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Limited free content, need to pay for premium
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/connecting the dots
- 🤖 Frequent ads and pop-ups
- 🔌 Connectivity issues, 'no internet' errors

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzles not loading or showing 'no internet' error
- Subscription issues and inability to access paid content
- App crashing or freezing during use

**Requested features**

- More free puzzles and content
- Ability to choose puzzles freely
- Coloring feature after completing puzzles
- Improved performance and stability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tile Slider free?

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

### Is Dot to Dot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tile Slider or Dot to Dot?

Tile Slider is rated higher. Tile Slider averages 4.8 out of 5 from 234 ratings, while Dot to Dot averages 4.6 from 11K ratings.

### Do Tile Slider or Dot to Dot have ads?

Dot to Dot shows ads; Tile Slider does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tile Slider or Dot to Dot?

Tile Slider ships an update every 3 months, and Dot to Dot monthly. Most recently, Tile Slider was updated on November 6, 2026 and Dot to Dot on November 7, 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.*