# Slitherlink vs Hitori

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Slitherlink at 89% against Hitori's 27%. Slitherlink also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (461 vs 44). Hitori's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Slitherlink sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Hitori sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Slitherlink holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slitherlink has 461 ratings behind it against 44, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Slitherlink's written reviews are positive against 27% of Hitori's.

Slitherlink ships an update every 4 months, Hitori monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Slitherlink | Hitori |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (461 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slitherlink-loop-the-snake/id605918324/reviews)** | [3.8 (44 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hitori-logic-puzzles/id1250981450/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **461** | 44 |
| Positive reviews | **89.5% of reviews** | 27.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Conceptis Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/479420055) | [Christian Lueth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1041680819) |

## What reviewers say

### Slitherlink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slitherlink-loop-the-snake/id605918324)

Solve logic puzzles by drawing a single loop around clues on a grid. Connect dots to form a continuous line, with no crossings or branches. Offers endless fun and intellectual challenge for puzzle enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Draw a single continuous loop, Surround numbered clues, Pure logic, no math required, Weekly bonus puzzles, Multiple difficulty levels, Auto complete clues, Highlight link segment

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Medium Snacks 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Easy Variety 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Easy Variety - Large 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Variety 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Variety - Large 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hard Variety 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Easy Variety 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Variety 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hard Variety 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Big & Easy 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Big & Medium 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hard Variety - Large 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Big & Tough 1 | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Challenging and fun puzzles
- 👍 Well-designed and intuitive interface
- 🔍 Helpful check and undo features
- 💡 Variety of puzzle sizes and difficulty levels
- 🧠 Requires logical thinking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of coloring/marking tools to differentiate loop segments
- 💰 Expensive puzzle pack prices
- 🌙 No dark mode option
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Limited free puzzle content

**Reported bugs**

- App not loading properly for some users
- Freezing issues on login screen
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add a dark mode option
- Implement coloring/marking tools for loop segments
- Provide more free puzzle content
- Reduce pricing for puzzle packs
- Add a rewind/undo feature to go back to previous puzzle states


### Hitori

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hitori-logic-puzzles/id1250981450)

Engage your mind with a logic puzzle game where you eliminate numbers to solve grid challenges. Offers multiple difficulty levels and customizable layouts. Enjoy a completely ad-free experience with additional puzzle packs available for purchase.

**Highlights:** Multiple difficulty levels, Customizable light/dark/coffee layouts, Game Center support, Portrait and landscape modes, Pinch-to-zoom functionality, Available in German and English

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| B00: Amateur Pro (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| C00: Expert Pro (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| D00: Master Pro (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| X00: Mega ProPack (80 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| D01: Amateur 1 (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| E01: Professio. 1 (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| F01: Expert 1 (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| G01: Whiz 1 (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| H01: Grandmast. 1 (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| A00: Beginner Pro (20 puzzles) | $0.99 | one-time |
| X01: Mega Pack 1 (160 puzzles) | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Slitherlink free?

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

### Is Hitori free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Slitherlink or Hitori?

Slitherlink is rated higher. Slitherlink averages 4.8 out of 5 from 461 ratings, while Hitori averages 3.8 from 44 ratings.

### Do Slitherlink or Hitori have ads?

Neither Slitherlink nor Hitori shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Slitherlink or Hitori?

Slitherlink ships an update every 4 months, and Hitori monthly. Most recently, Slitherlink was updated on October 24, 2026 and Hitori on October 24, 2026.

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