Comparison

Synapse vs Unknot

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

Head to head
About

Synapse

Features
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Trace electrifying connections, relax with luminous puzzles, and explore the neon universe of SYNAPSE: the puzzle game that lights up your mind! Immerse yourself in a futuristic world where every connection generates sparks of pure energy. Explore mysterious circuits, navigate complex networks, and collect lightning bolts in one of the most captivating puzzle games in the cyberpunk universe. Enjoy a relaxing soundtrack as you trace luminous paths, dodge electrical obstacles, and let your mind light up with neon colors. Play solo and lose yourself in this unique meditative experience! Let yourself be carried away by the magic of electricity as you connect energy nodes, relax in this soothing atmosphere, and solve thousands of captivating puzzles. When the connections align and the energy flows, trace your path to create perfect circuits and unlock stunning visual effects with each victory. Discover different electrifying game modes. Test your reflexes in the Timed Challenge Mode, explore Classic Levels for a zen experience, or take on the challenging Master Puzzles for experts. Each SYNAPSE level offers a new, luminous experience, with the opportunity to unlock numerous achievements and progress through ever more complex neon worlds. If you get stuck, our glowing clues are there to guide you. WHY YOU'LL LOVE SYNAPSE SYNAPSE is completely FREE! Explore over 100 captivating and addictive levels! Use your logic to solve your way—every solution is unique! New electrifying puzzles are added regularly for an endless experience. Enjoy SMART and elegant puzzles, designed with a minimalist cyberpunk style and a relaxing soundtrack. Soothing neon effects for your brain! Anyone can play SYNAPSE! These puzzles are a great brain workout for all ages. Let yourself be mesmerized by the glowing connections! Our RELAXING PUZZLES encourage you to meditate and find the perfect solution! Once you've traced a few electrical connections, you'll discover how relaxing and satisfying SYNAPSE can be. Challenge Mode: Beat the clock and prove your mastery! Show that you're the master of electrical connections. Intuitive Progression: From easy levels to expert challenges, each stage prepares you for the next. Stunning Visual Effects: Each connection lights up with spectacular neon effects that reward your success. SYNAPSE: Where logic meets neon art. Will you master electricity? The SYNAPSE interface is designed to be accessible to everyone. Log in today! Problems? Suggestions? Contact us to improve your SYNAPSE experience! NOTE: SYNAPSE is completely free. No in-app purchases are required to fully enjoy the game.

About

Unknot

Features
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Unknot is a uniquely relaxing yet brain-teasing puzzle experience designed to be both intuitive and satisfying. With no distractions, your only focus is the tangled knots before you. Simply drag vertices on the screen, align them strategically, and watch them pop as the knots unravel. At first, the puzzles may seem simple, but don’t let their ease fool you. As you progress, the knots grow more intricate, requiring patience, skill, and clever problem-solving. The final levels will test your ability to think ahead, refine strategies, and embrace the satisfying rhythm of untangling chaos. Intuitive controls: Just drag and align—no unnecessary distractions. Deeply satisfying mechanics: Popping vertices brings a sense of accomplishment. Relaxing yet challenging: A balance between calm gameplay and stimulating difficulty. Gradual difficulty curve: Early levels ease you in, while later ones demand experience and strategy. Time tracking, but no pressure: Levels have no completion timer, but your best time is recorded. Replay any level to beat your personal record—or simply take your time and explore at your own pace. Are you ready to unknot the toughest puzzles? Dive in and discover the joy of untangling! Download now and unknot your first puzzle!

Screenshots

Synapse4 screens
Unknot3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Unknot at 12.2 against Synapse's 15.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Synapse ships an update every 5 days, Unknot every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Synapse versus Unknot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSynapseUnknot
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSteve NOSSELELEU LABS LLC

In-app purchases

None

Synapse

No in-app purchases

None

Unknot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Synapse free?
Synapse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Unknot free?
Unknot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Synapse or Unknot have ads?
Both Synapse and Unknot show ads.
Which is updated more often, Synapse or Unknot?
Synapse ships an update every 5 days, and Unknot every 6 days. Most recently, Synapse was updated on October 25, 2026 and Unknot on October 20, 2026.

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