Comparison

LinkState vs Stack Balance

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

Head to head
About

LinkState

Features
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Rethink the ball sorting puzzle. LinkState fuses classic color matching mechanics with cybernetic graph topology, creating a sophisticated logic puzzle for strategic minds. Navigate connected data nodes, plan every trace, and stabilize the corrupted network. KEY FEATURES: • GRAPH TOPOLOGY: You can only transfer units across connected network links. Every move demands forward planning. • 100 CYBER SECTORS: Progress from simple linear corridors to intricate multi-stack network grids. • TACTICAL PROTOCOLS: Deploy Bridge Kits to forge new links, Undo traces to recover from traps, or initiate Skip Hacks. • NO TIME PRESSURE: Zero countdowns. Pure OLED-friendly dark minimalism designed for uninterrupted flow state. • ACCESSIBILITY: Dedicated Colorblind Mode featuring tactile geometric glyphs for seamless play. • DAILY RETENTION: Sync daily to collect network credits and fuel your sector expansion. • MODERN CYBERPUNK DESIGN: Specular node borders, vibrant neon laser trails, and ambient audio feedback. Ready to connect the engine? Download LinkState and stabilize the system today!

About

Stack Balance

Features
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How high can you stack before it all comes crashing down? Stack Balance is pure physics fun - drop wooden blocks one by one and build the tallest tower you can. Every block lands with realistic weight and momentum. One wrong move and the whole thing tips over. - Real Physics Powered by SpriteKit, every drop feels different. Blocks bounce, slide, and wobble based on where they land. No two games play the same. - Two Ways to Play Endless Mode: Take your time and build as high as possible. No pressure, just pure stacking satisfaction. 60-Second Sprint: Race against the clock for the highest score. Every second counts. - Precision Timing Blocks swing across the top of the screen. Tap at the perfect moment to land cleanly. Master the timing to reach new heights. - Track Your Progress Personal best scores for each mode are saved automatically. Break your record and earn a celebration. - Clean and Simple No ads. No in-app purchases. No accounts needed. Just open and play. Whether you have 30 seconds or 30 minutes, Stack Balance is the perfect quick game that keeps you coming back for one more try. Download now and see how high you can go.

Screenshots

LinkState4 screens
Stack Balance4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stack Balance at none against LinkState's 1. Stack Balance also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. LinkState sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Stack Balance asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LinkState ships an update every 6 weeks, Stack Balance monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
LinkState versus Stack Balance: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinkStateStack Balance
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHasan Enes DIRIK晓 郭

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LinkState

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

Stack Balance

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LinkState free?
LinkState is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stack Balance free?
Stack Balance is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LinkState or Stack Balance have ads?
LinkState shows ads; Stack Balance does not.
Which is updated more often, LinkState or Stack Balance?
LinkState ships an update every 6 weeks, and Stack Balance monthly. Most recently, LinkState was updated on November 9, 2026 and Stack Balance on November 13, 2026.

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