# Connect Bubbles vs Connect Number

The clearest difference is rating: Connect Number at 5.0 against Connect Bubbles's 4.5. Connect Number also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 66%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 8 months). Connect Bubbles's advantage is ratings volume (441 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Connect Bubbles sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Connect Number sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Connect Number holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Connect Bubbles has 441 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Connect Bubbles's written reviews are positive against 100% of Connect Number's.

Connect Bubbles ships an update every 8 months, Connect Number every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Connect Bubbles | Connect Number |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (441 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-bubbles/id855492320/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-number-bubble-game/id6740811103/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **441** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 111 MB | 216 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [G Soft Team](https://appshunter.io/developer/807115215) | [Meishi Network Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1465850552) |

## What reviewers say

### Connect Bubbles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-bubbles/id855492320)

Embark on a vibrant puzzle adventure connecting matching colored bubbles to clear levels. Enjoy multiple game modes, from classic challenges to timed races and relaxing Zen play. Unlock achievements and compete globally in this engaging hand-eye coordination game.

**Highlights:** Connect and burst colored bubbles, Multiple game modes (Classic, Time, Zen, Quest), Challenging levels with special bubbles, Vibrant graphics and animations, Customizable game elements, Track progress and unlock achievements, Online leaderboards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 Gold | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 30 Levels - Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 30 Levels - Pack 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 30 Levels - Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock 30 Levels - Pack 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Zen Game Mode | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 160 Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads & Unlock Features | $5.99 | one-time |
| 330 Gold | $8.99 | one-time |
| 700 Gold | $15.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Gold | $27.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Good for passing time
- 👍 Stimulating and challenging
- 👍 Relaxing and decompressing
- 👍 Keeps mind busy

**What reviewers complain about**

-  anúncios Annoying and frequent ads
- ⏳ Long wait times for lives
- ⏳ Timer continues after exiting
- ✋ Difficulty selecting bubbles
- 🚫 No clear goal in classic mode

**Reported bugs**

- 🐛 Game crashes frequently
- 🐛 Connected lines jump unexpectedly
- 🐛 Connection issues when trying to connect
- 🐛 Touch input not always accurate

**Requested features**

- Advertisement free version
- Option to compete against past scores
- Option to compete with others
- Larger bubbles and fewer on screen
- Save progress after closing app


### Connect Number

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-number-bubble-game/id6740811103)

Slide, connect, and merge number bubbles to create larger numbers and blast them. Enjoy a relaxing yet challenging puzzle experience with strategic gameplay and magical boosters. Play offline with no time limits and save your progress automatically.

**Highlights:** Slide and connect same number bubbles, Merge sequential numbers, Blast bubbles along the line, One finger control, Classic number puzzle with boosters, Multiple theme pictures, No WIFI needed

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Pop-up Ads. | $4.99 | one-time |
| 6400 Coins | $5.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Pack_Original | $5.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Limited Pack_Original | $12.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 23800 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Champion Pack | $34.99 | one-time |
| 50000 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |
| 80000 Coins | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Connect Bubbles free?

Connect Bubbles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Connect Number free?

Connect Number is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Connect Bubbles or Connect Number?

Connect Number is rated higher. Connect Bubbles averages 4.5 out of 5 from 441 ratings, while Connect Number averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Connect Bubbles or Connect Number have ads?

Both Connect Bubbles and Connect Number show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Connect Bubbles or Connect Number?

Connect Bubbles ships an update every 8 months, and Connect Number every 2 months. Most recently, Connect Bubbles was updated on September 23, 2026 and Connect Number on June 1, 2026.

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