Comparison

PopBLZ vs Linko Dots

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

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About

PopBLZ

Features
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Welcome to PopBLZ — the metallic ball puzzle game that rewards clever moves and punishes bad ones! PopBLZ is a fast, colorful, and brainy puzzle game where strategy matters just as much as speed. Match 3 or more touching metallic balls of the same color to pop them and earn points. The bigger the group, the bigger the score. But be careful: If you try to pop fewer than 3 balls, you'll be penalized! Bonus Twist: Tilt the Board! Tilt your device to shift the ball layout and find new combos. Rearranging the board just might lead you to that massive pop you've been waiting for. Ultimate Goal: Clear ALL the balls from the board in a single run for the maximum possible score. Hidden Cheat Mode There’s a secret built into the game — a “cheat” that can help you master the board. Can you figure out how to unlock it? Solve the mystery and unleash your highest score yet! Features: Addictive tap-to-pop gameplay with a metallic twist Strategic tilt control for ball rearrangement Penalties for tapping too soon—pop smart! High score tracking and instant replays Mysterious hidden cheat bonus No timers, no stress — just pure puzzle fun Ideal for: Puzzle & logic lovers Match-3 & bubble pop fans Gamers who like hidden secrets and strategy Casual players who want a quick, fun challenge Ready to pop, tilt, and outsmart the board? Download PopBLZ now and become a true metallic popping master!

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Linko Dots

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Welcome to Dotly, a beautifully crafted dot-connecting puzzle game that's easy to learn but endlessly satisfying to master. CONNECT & MATCH Draw lines between same-colored dots to clear them from the board. Connect in any direction, including diagonals! Form squares and loops for massive chain reactions that clear entire colors at once. 100 HANDCRAFTED LEVELS Journey through 5 stunning worlds, each introducing new challenges: - Meadow (Levels 1-5): Learn the basics of dot connecting - Frost (Levels 6-20): Navigate around frozen dots and stone blockers - Prism (Levels 21-40): Master rainbow wildcards and complex objectives - Volcano (Levels 41-65): Defuse ticking bomb dots before they explode - Cosmos (Levels 66-100): Face the ultimate puzzle challenge SPECIAL DOT MECHANICS - Frozen Dots: Encased in ice, requiring two hits to crack and clear - Stone Blockers: Immovable obstacles that reshape the board - Rainbow Dots: Wild cards that connect with any color chain - Bomb Dots: Ticking countdowns that explode if not defused in time STRATEGIC POWER-UPS Equip up to 3 power-ups before each level: - Color Bomb: Instantly clear all dots of one color - Lightning Chain: Connect any adjacent dots regardless of color - Shuffle: Rearrange the board when you're stuck - Convert: Change any dot to the color you need - +3 Moves: Get extra moves when you need them most COMBO SYSTEM Build streaks and momentum for score multipliers. Enter Flow mode for maximum points and earn up to 3 stars on every level. CUSTOMIZE YOUR STYLE Earn coins by completing levels and unlock: - Dot Skins: Classic, Glossy, and Neon styles - Board Themes: Default, Midnight, and Sunset backgrounds - Trail Effects: Classic, Sparkle, and Electric connection lines PREMIUM QUALITY - Gorgeous animated gradient backgrounds - Smooth spring animations and satisfying haptic feedback - Entirely procedural graphics, no loading screens - Relaxing ambient soundscape Play at your own pace. No timers, no pressure, just pure puzzle satisfaction.

Screenshots

PopBLZ3 screens
Linko Dots3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PopBLZ at none against Linko Dots's 1. PopBLZ also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Linko Dots sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PopBLZ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 3 level
PopBLZ versus Linko Dots: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPopBLZLinko Dots
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEyal VardiMuhammad Talseem

In-app purchases

None

PopBLZ

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Linko Dots

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is PopBLZ free?
PopBLZ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Linko Dots free?
Linko Dots is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PopBLZ or Linko Dots have ads?
Linko Dots shows ads; PopBLZ does not.

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