# Code Busters vs Connect Master

The clearest difference is rating: Connect Master at 4.9 against Code Busters's 4.6. Connect Master also leads on review sentiment (32% vs 15%) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Code Busters's advantage is chart position (#14 vs #79). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Code Busters sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Connect Master sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Connect Master holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.2K and 14K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 15% of Code Busters's written reviews are positive against 32% of Connect Master's.

Code Busters ships an update every 3 weeks, Connect Master weekly. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Code Busters | Connect Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-busters-word-puzzle-game/id6499306754/reviews) | **[4.9 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-master-match-puzzle/id6745692355/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9.2K | **14K** |
| Positive reviews | 14.6% of reviews | **31.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | #79 |
| Size | 206 MB | 368 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Smartronic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743139022) | [ROOFTOP GAMES OYUN TEKNOLOJILERI ANONIM SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1776905410) |

## What reviewers say

### Code Busters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-busters-word-puzzle-game/id6499306754)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Grossing · Word, #41 Top Free · Word, #138 Top Grossing · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a variety of puzzles including cryptograms, anagrams, crosswords, and Sudoku. This game offers over 500 levels and 10,000 quotes for an enriching intellectual adventure.

**Highlights:** Cryptogram puzzles, Anagrams, Crossword puzzles, Sudoku, Over 500 levels, Famous quotes, Code deciphering

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hints Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Magic Wand Mascot Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 Hints Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Beginners Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Discounted Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5 Magic Wand | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Bundle1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $12.99 | one-time |
| Choose One All In One Bundle | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Bundle | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun to play
- 👍 Joyfully entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't load
- 🐛 Crashes during tutorial
- 🐛 Force closes after update
- 🐛 Incredibly slow
- 🔍 Text too small

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes before starting
- Unable to play levels
- Daily challenge calendar incorrect

**Requested features**

- Improve gameplay mechanics
- Enlarge keyboard letters


### Connect Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-master-match-puzzle/id6745692355)

**Currently charting:** #79 Top Free · Casual, #81 Top Free · Puzzle, #114 Top Grossing · Puzzle, #130 Top Grossing · Casual, #184 Top Free · Games (US App Store)

This visual logic puzzle game challenges your observation and strategy skills. Swap character tiles to group them into sets of four based on shared visual traits. Enjoy hundreds of levels with no timers or pressure, offering a relaxing yet mentally engaging experience.

**Highlights:** Visual match puzzle gameplay, Hundreds of unique characters, 500+ handcrafted levels, Story puzzle levels, Global leaderboards, Clever visual traits

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Pack! | $1.99 | one-time |
| Scout Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Inspector Pack Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Inspector Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Seasonal Offer! | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Super Sale 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pocket of Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Crazy Sale 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Golden Connect Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Detective Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Agent Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack | $39.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| Giant Pack | $99.99 | one-time |
| Vault of Coins | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 💡 Creative avatars and themes
- 💡 Unique special levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezing and crashing issues
- 🔋 Excessive advertisements
- 🔁 Repetitive content and level recycling

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing after level 15
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- More unique story modes and special levels
- Expanded topic selection
- Additional content updates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Code Busters free?

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

### Is Connect Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Code Busters or Connect Master?

Connect Master is rated higher. Code Busters averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Connect Master averages 4.9 from 14K ratings.

### Do Code Busters or Connect Master have ads?

Both Code Busters and Connect Master show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Code Busters or Connect Master?

Code Busters ships an update every 3 weeks, and Connect Master weekly. Most recently, Code Busters was updated on September 28, 2026 and Connect Master on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Code Busters or Connect Master?

Code Busters currently peaks at #14 in the App Store charts, and Connect Master at #79. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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