Comparison

Sliding Puzzle vs ExactLink

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

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About

Sliding Puzzle

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Slide the tiles to connect one unbroken path from start to goal. This is not the usual sliding puzzle where you sort numbers into order. Every tile carries a fragment of a line. Push them into the empty square, rebuild the route in your head, and the whole path lights up the moment it connects. 50 levels, 3x3 to 6x6. Features - Clean, paper-like board with smooth sliding animation - 50 levels across 4 chapters (3x3 / 4x4 / 5x5) - Free play in any board size, 3x3 to 6x6 - Three-star rating based on your move count - Move counter, three-star target, and a best record for every level - Undo one move, or restart the level anytime - Haptic feedback on every tile - Particle celebration when a level is cleared - Plays fully offline How to play 1. Drag a tile that sits next to the empty square into that square 2. Connect the line from the bolt (start) to the checkered flag (goal) 3. Connected tiles glow, so you always see how far the path reaches 4. Fewer moves means more stars A quiet way to focus, or a short break between things. Slide the tiles and connect the path.

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ExactLink

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ExactLink - Gem Duo Puzzle is a number line puzzle with a gem theme. Every gem has a twin. Connect each gem pair with one line, and make that line exactly the right length. Not just connected. Exact. Formerly ExactLink: Number Line Puzzle. The puzzles and modes are unchanged; only the look is new. HOW GEM PAIRS WORK In ExactLink, you link two gems by drawing a path between them across the grid, and the path has to be the exact length. That's the whole idea: a logic puzzle about connecting pairs and counting every step. If you enjoy number link, connect-the-dots or line puzzle games, you'll feel at home, with one extra rule that changes everything. HOW IT PLAYS Exact length Each gem pair has a target length. Draw a continuous line from one gem to its twin. Too short or too long, and that pair isn't finished. Counters below the board, such as 7/7, track each gem pair as you play. Plus and minus tiles Some tiles carry a plus (+) or minus (โˆ’) value, such as +3. Passing through one changes the effective length of your line, so a long detour can be exactly right and a shortcut can fall short. Exact+ Exact+ is the mode built around exact length and +/โˆ’ tiles. Every step counts. Classic Classic keeps the ExactLink feel with a more traditional flow, for when you want a cleaner line puzzle. Daily Quest A fresh challenge every day. Goals above the board Two goals are shown above the board. Fill all: every cell on the board must be filled. Match steps: the step count, that is the line length, must be correct. 1,000+ levels For short sessions or long runs. QUICK START FOR BEGINNERS 1. Find each gem's twin. Gems come in pairs that share a color and a shape. 2. Read the board. Look at the gems, the +/โˆ’ tiles and the goals above the board. 3. Draw a path. Drag from one gem to its twin through the grid. 4. Count as you go. Keep track of how many steps your line takes. 5. Use + and โˆ’ tiles on purpose. Route through them when you need to add or remove length. 6. Fix mistakes fast. Undo a step, Reset the board, or use a Hint when you're stuck. 7. Solve every pair to see CLEARED, then move on to the next level. THEMES AND ACCESSIBILITY โ€ข New gem theme: gem pairs, colored paths and a CLEARED celebration โ€ข Light & dark themes โ€ข Color-blind friendly palettes, and gems differ in shape as well as color โ€ข 12 languages โ€ข No account required: open and play FAQ What does "Match steps" mean? It's the goal shown above the board: the step count, that is the line length, must be correct. Fill all means every cell on the board must be filled. Has the gameplay changed? No. Exact length, +/โˆ’ tiles, Exact+, Classic and Daily Quest all work as before. Only the theme is new. Is ExactLink free? ExactLink is free to download. It includes ads and optional in-app purchases. You can enjoy the core puzzle without paying; in-app purchases are for players who want extras or fewer interruptions. What if I get stuck? Use Undo, Reset or a Hint. Which languages are supported? English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. ALSO FROM US Pet Mahjong: Cat Dog Duo: Hong Kong, American and Vietnamese mahjong with cats and dogs. Escape Bear: Nightmare Returns: a 3D endless runner. Ready? Link the gems and see if your line isโ€ฆ exact.

Screenshots

Sliding Puzzle3 screens
ExactLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sliding Puzzle at none against ExactLink's 10. ExactLink's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. ExactLink sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Sliding Puzzle asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sliding Puzzle ships an update monthly, ExactLink fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Sliding Puzzle versus ExactLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSliding PuzzleExactLink
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly โ€” better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS26.115.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size5 MB176 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMIZOU, CO., LTD.Tak Shun Leung

In-app purchases

None

Sliding Puzzle

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

ExactLink

One-time10
  • 5 Hints$0.99
  • Extra Pack 6ร—6$0.99
  • Extra Pack 7ร—7$0.99
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  • Extra Pack 8ร—8$0.99
  • Extra Pack 9ร—9$0.99
  • Extra Pack 10ร—10$0.99
  • 20 Hints$2.99
  • Daily Quest Unlock$2.99
  • Remove Ads Pack$4.99
  • 100 Hints$9.99

Questions

Is Sliding Puzzle free?
Sliding Puzzle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ExactLink free?
ExactLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sliding Puzzle or ExactLink have ads?
Both Sliding Puzzle and ExactLink show ads.
Which is updated more often, Sliding Puzzle or ExactLink?
Sliding Puzzle ships an update monthly, and ExactLink fortnightly. Most recently, Sliding Puzzle was updated on November 7, 2026 and ExactLink on November 6, 2026.

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