Comparison

Slitherlink vs Slitherlink Loop

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

Head to head
About

Slitherlink

Features
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Slitherlink - The definitive logic puzzle experience for serious puzzle solvers. Based on the classic Nikoli puzzle, this app delivers a refined, performance-optimized implementation with intelligent puzzle generation and comprehensive progress tracking. Technical Features: • Algorithmically generated puzzles ensuring high-quality challenges • Three calibrated difficulty tiers: 5×5 (Easy), 7×7 (Medium), 10×10 (Hard) • Real-time conflict detection with visual feedback • Efficient undo system with 100-step history • Persistent state management with auto-save • Performance-optimized rendering for smooth 60fps gameplay Game Mechanics: • Three-state edge marking: line, cross, undecided • Loop validation: single continuous closed path verification • Clue satisfaction: numerical constraint checking • Best time tracking per difficulty level • Completion statistics and progress analytics Designed for players who appreciate mathematical logic, constraint satisfaction problems, and systematic problem-solving. Ideal for fans of Sudoku, Minesweeper, and other deductive reasoning puzzles. Elevate your puzzle-solving expertise.

About

Slitherlink Loop

Features
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Draw one closed loop. Use the numbers as clues. Never guess. Slinkora is offline Slitherlink — the Nikoli classic also known as Fences. Sixty boards, each solver-checked to a single solution. No forced timer. Every level is open from day one. • 60 unique-solution boards across four packs: Tutorial, Easy, Medium, Hard • Clear all 60 to unlock Endless — fresh loops generated on your device • 3 guided tutorials, then pure logic • Tap between dots to draw a line; long-press to mark × • Stuck? A hint fixes one edge — a line you’re missing, or one you drew by mistake • Colour-blind mode and single-step undo • Ads only after your first 10 clears, and only when you leave a finished board One loop. Pure logic.

Screenshots

Slitherlink4 screens
Slitherlink Loop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Slitherlink at none against Slitherlink Loop's 3. On price, ads, 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. Slitherlink Loop sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Slitherlink asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Slitherlink versus Slitherlink Loop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlitherlinkSlitherlink Loop
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晓 郭Andy Tsai

In-app purchases

None

Slitherlink

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Slitherlink Loop

One-time3
  • 15 Slitherlink Hints$1.99
  • Ad-Free Slitherlink$4.99
  • 50 Slitherlink Hints$4.99

Questions

Is Slitherlink free?
Slitherlink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Slitherlink Loop free?
Slitherlink Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Slitherlink or Slitherlink Loop have ads?
Neither Slitherlink nor Slitherlink Loop shows ads.

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