# Dot Link vs Tile Match Ultimate

Dot Link and Tile Match Ultimate both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Dot Link's written reviews are positive against 63% of Tile Match Ultimate's. Dot Link also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (125K vs 32K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dot Link sells 20 one-off in-app purchases and Tile Match Ultimate sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Dot Link against 4.7 for Tile Match Ultimate. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 125K and 32K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Dot Link's written reviews are positive against 63% of Tile Match Ultimate's.

Dot Link ships an update monthly, Tile Match Ultimate every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dot Link | Tile Match Ultimate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (125K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-link-connect-the-dots/id6444312485/reviews) | **[4.7 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-match-ultimate/id6499209500/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **125K** | 32K |
| Positive reviews | **81.6% of reviews** | 63.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#36** | #101 |
| Size | 287 MB | 328 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Bluetile Games S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1549726222) | [Gimica GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654487825) |

## What reviewers say

### Dot Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-link-connect-the-dots/id6444312485)

**Currently charting:** #36 Top Free · Board, #164 Top Free · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage your mind with this addictive dot-connecting puzzle game. Match colored dots to solve thousands of levels, challenging you to think creatively and keep your brain sharp. Enjoy a relaxing experience with beautiful aesthetics and helpful features.

**Highlights:** Connect matching color dots, Thousands of fun levels, Multiple difficulty levels, Day and Night Mode, Color Blind setting, Undo and Restart features, Hint feature

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Time Trial Intermediate Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Time Trial Beginner Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Time Trial Insane Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Time Trial Extreme Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Time Trial Hard Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Insane Level Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard Level Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Hints Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Level Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Intermediate Level Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extreme Level Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Hints Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Hints Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| All Premium Levels | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Hints Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Big Hints Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Hints Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and relaxing gameplay
- 🧠 Challenges the brain
- 🎨 Vibrant, eye-catching visuals
- 🕰️ Gradually increasing difficulty
- 💰 Earning potential through gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Some levels feel too easy
- 📺 Frequent ad interruptions
- 💰 In-app purchases required for full experience
- 🕹️ Controls could be more responsive

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional game freezes or crashes
- Inconsistent level difficulty scaling

**Requested features**

- More challenging level progression
- Customizable difficulty settings
- Ability to compete against other players
- Improved ad-free experience


### Tile Match Ultimate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tile-match-ultimate/id6499209500)

**Currently charting:** #101 Top Free · Casual, #105 Top Free · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a captivating tile-matching puzzle game. Progress through numerous levels, choosing to play at a relaxed pace or compete against the clock for higher scores and more stars.

**Highlights:** Brain teaser puzzle, Multiple levels, Relaxed pace option, Timed challenges, Star-based scoring

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Bank | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Growth Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Deluxe Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $8.99 | one-time |
| The Premium Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and relaxing gameplay
- 💰 Ability to earn real money
- 🕹️ Easy to play
- 🎨 Vibrant and colorful design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 🤔 Unclear reward system
- 🐛 Technical issues with daily rewards
- ⏱️ Slow progress in earning rewards

**Reported bugs**

- Daily rewards not working properly
- Glitches when opening certain in-game features

**Requested features**

- More level variety and challenges
- Improved reward system transparency
- Reduced ad frequency


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dot Link free?

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

### Is Tile Match Ultimate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Dot Link or Tile Match Ultimate?

Tile Match Ultimate is rated higher. Dot Link averages 4.7 out of 5 from 125K ratings, while Tile Match Ultimate averages 4.7 from 32K ratings.

### Do Dot Link or Tile Match Ultimate have ads?

Both Dot Link and Tile Match Ultimate show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dot Link or Tile Match Ultimate?

Dot Link ships an update monthly, and Tile Match Ultimate every 3 months. Most recently, Dot Link was updated on October 28, 2026 and Tile Match Ultimate on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Dot Link or Tile Match Ultimate?

Dot Link currently peaks at #36 in the App Store charts, and Tile Match Ultimate at #101. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*