# Tiny Connections vs TubeSort

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TubeSort at 100% against Tiny Connections's 36%. TubeSort also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). Tiny Connections's advantage is ratings volume (618 vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tiny Connections sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. TubeSort asks for nothing beyond the download.

TubeSort holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tiny Connections has 618 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Tiny Connections's written reviews are positive against 100% of TubeSort's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tiny Connections | TubeSort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (618 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-connections/id6464590876/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tubesort-color-quest/id6811693268/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **618** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 36.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 448 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Short Circuit Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1681849083) | [T.O.M Horizons LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896357025) |

## What reviewers say

### Tiny Connections

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-connections/id6464590876)

A relaxing puzzle game where you build networks to connect houses with essential services like power and water. Strategically link matching colored houses to stations while avoiding line crossings and utilizing power-ups. Explore real-world maps and compete in daily challenges.

**Highlights:** Connect houses to matching infrastructure, Utilize tunnels, junctions, and swaps, Explore real-world inspired maps, Daily and weekly challenges, Achievements and leaderboards, Colorblind mode

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lands Down Under Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tiny Connections No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Journey Beginnings Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full Game Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tiny Connection Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun gameplay
- 👍 Great problem-solving game
- 👍 Fabulous visual and accessibility options
- 👍 Challenging but simple
- 👍 Interesting concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Horrible map navigation and movement
- 🐛 Poor tutorial and guidance
- 🐛 Clunky and buggy controls
- 🐛 Frustrating UI and camera issues
- 🐛 Randomly spawning buildings disrupt networks

**Reported bugs**

- Tutorial progress not saving
- Inability to skip tutorial
- Inconsistencies between tutorial and actual gameplay
- Inability to pause time as described in tutorial
- Difficulty connecting tunnels

**Requested features**

- Add a dedicated map navigation mode
- Improve tutorial and in-game guidance
- Allow zooming and panning without building mode
- Provide an option to remove ads
- Add an easy mode for beginners


### TubeSort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tubesort-color-quest/id6811693268)

Engage your mind by sorting colorful balls into their matching tubes, discovering the most efficient solutions. Navigate through 150 unique puzzles across six distinct worlds, with increasing challenges like frozen balls and bombs. Earn stars, collect rewards, and enjoy a daily puzzle to keep your skills sharp.

**Highlights:** 150 unique puzzles, Six distinct worlds, Increasing difficulty with new mechanics, Daily puzzle challenges, Star earning system, Hint and helper options

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tiny Connections free?

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

### Is TubeSort free?

TubeSort is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tiny Connections or TubeSort?

TubeSort is rated higher. Tiny Connections averages 4.3 out of 5 from 618 ratings, while TubeSort averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Tiny Connections or TubeSort have ads?

Both Tiny Connections and TubeSort show ads.

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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.*