Comparison

Four In A Row ◎ vs CarLoop

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Four In A Row ◎

Experience a classic strategy game on your iPhone and iPad. Challenge the computer with adjustable difficulty or play against a friend in a two-player mode. Enjoy attractive graphics and personalize your game by entering player names.

Highlights
  • Play against computer
  • 2 player mode
  • Adjustable computer difficulty
  • Enter player names
  • Attractive graphics
Features
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FREE Four In A Row game for your iPhone and iPad. Play against the computer or your friends. FEATURES - Attractive graphics - Play against computer - 2 player mode - Enter names for players - Change difficulty of computer --------------------------------------- TAPMEDIA PRO SUBSCRIPTION - You will receive access to the apps in the TapMedia PRO bundle for the duration of the subscription. - Subscription length: Monthly (includes one week free trial). - Subscriptions with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. - Payments will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - All prices are subject to change without notification. We occasionally run promotion prices as incentives or limited time opportunities for qualifying purchases made during the promotional time period. Due to the time sensitive and promotional nature of these events, we are unable to offer price protection or retroactive discounts or refunds for previous purchases in the event of a price reduction or promotional offering. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription - You may cancel a subscription during its free period via the subscription setting through your iTunes Account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 Privacy Policy: http://tapmedia.co.uk/privacy.htm Terms of Use: http://tapmedia.co.uk/terms.htm

About

CarLoop

A unique sorting puzzle game where you guide colorful blocks from cars onto a track, automatically sorting them by color onto different cars. Enjoy simple tap controls, captivating animations, and a peaceful, engaging experience.

Highlights
  • Unique car sorting puzzle gameplay
  • Intuitive tap controls
  • Visually stunning car physics
  • Creative level design
  • Gradually unveil car collection
  • Soothing sound effects and vibrant visuals
Features
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Explore CarLoop, a unique sorting puzzle game. In the game, you guide colorful blocks from cars onto a track, automatically sorting them onto different cars. The controls are simple; you just need to observe, think, and enjoy the captivating effects. Whether you want to unwind after a long day or experience a simple yet engaging puzzle game, CarLoop offers a peaceful respite with every click. How to Play: Click on a car, and the different colored blocks on it will fly onto the track. The track automatically collects and sorts the blocks based on the car's position and the color of the blocks, much like water sorting, but in CarLoop, the controls are simpler and the animations are more enjoyable. Your goal is to group each color with the same car. Easy to pick up, but the game gets increasingly fun as new challenges appear! Why You'll Love CarLoop: Experience the perfect balance of relaxation and puzzle-solving. Each level is meticulously designed to guide you steadily forward with just a tap of the screen. Smooth animations and visually appealing effects deliver a relaxing yet rewarding gaming experience. Game Features: Unique car sorting puzzle gameplay with intuitive tap controls Visually stunning car physics and smooth conveyor belt movement Creative level design filled with exciting obstacles and mechanics Gradually unveil an amazing car collection Soothing sound effects and vibrant visual style Smooth gameplay Play anytime, anywhere, at your own pace Give yourself a break. Let the cars roll, complete each level, and enjoy a truly relaxing puzzle game experience. Download CarLoop now and start your journey.

Screenshots

Four In A Row ◎1 screens
CarLoop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CarLoop at 4.8 against Four In A Row ◎'s 4.3. CarLoop also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (8.6K vs 149). Four In A Row ◎'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Four In A Row ◎ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and CarLoop sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CarLoop holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CarLoop has 8.6K ratings behind it against 149, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Four In A Row ◎'s written reviews are positive against 56% of CarLoop's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Four In A Row ◎ ships an update every 4 months, CarLoop weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Four In A Row ◎ versus CarLoop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFour In A Row ◎CarLoop
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (149 ratings)4.8 (8.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews55.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1498.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB406 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperTapMedia LtdUUTEAM Technology Limited

Customer experience

Four In A Row ◎

All ratings149 ratings
Positive79.9%
Neutral10.1%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral9.5%
Negative47.6%

CarLoop

All ratings8,583 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral3.5%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews126 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral23.8%
Negative20.6%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Four In A Row ◎

Subscriptions1
  • TapMedia PRO - 1 Month3 Days trial$4.991 Month
10 purchases

CarLoop

One-time10
  • Gold 1$1.99
  • Starter Pack$1.99
  • Gold 2$4.99
Show 7 more
  • Remove ADS$5.99
  • Limited Pack$5.99
  • Big Bundle$6.99
  • Gold 3$9.99
  • Great Bundle$12.99
  • Gold 4$19.99
  • Ultra Bundle$24.99

Questions

Is Four In A Row ◎ free?
Four In A Row ◎ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CarLoop free?
CarLoop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Four In A Row ◎ or CarLoop?
CarLoop is rated higher. Four In A Row ◎ averages 4.3 out of 5 from 149 ratings, while CarLoop averages 4.8 from 8.6K ratings.
Do Four In A Row ◎ or CarLoop have ads?
CarLoop shows ads; Four In A Row ◎ does not.
Which is updated more often, Four In A Row ◎ or CarLoop?
Four In A Row ◎ ships an update every 4 months, and CarLoop weekly. Most recently, Four In A Row ◎ was updated on October 12, 2026 and CarLoop on October 20, 2026.

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