# 2048+# vs Happy Link

The clearest difference is update cadence: 2048+# at every 2 months against Happy Link's every 20 months. 2048+# also leads on ratings volume (2.6K vs 41). Happy Link's advantage is review sentiment (92% vs 79%) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 2048+# sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Happy Link sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for 2048+# against 4.8 for Happy Link. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 2048+# has 2.6K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of 2048+#'s written reviews are positive against 92% of Happy Link's.

2048+# ships an update every 2 months, Happy Link every 20 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 2048+# | Happy Link |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2048-plus/id858525203/reviews) | **[4.8 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-link-two-dots/id929893049/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.6K** | 41 |
| Positive reviews | 78.5% of reviews | **92.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 20 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [志荣 杨](https://appshunter.io/developer/478654885) | [Chaohsien Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/438073768) |

## What reviewers say

### 2048+#

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2048-plus/id858525203)

Experience a challenging number puzzle game with larger grids and multiple new tiles per move. Compete for high scores and sync your progress across Apple devices. Offers an extended gameplay experience beyond the classic 2048.

**Highlights:** Multiple grid sizes (4x4 to 12x12), Multiple new tiles per move, iCloud data storage, Cross-device sync (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV), Apple Watch version available, Undo functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Undos | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🎨 Customizable themes and grid sizes
- ⏱️ Ability to resume games later
- 💰 Good value for a free app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Difficulty progressing past high scores
- 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads and limited undos

**Reported bugs**

- Tiles disappearing after long playthroughs
- Inconsistent behavior when resuming games
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- More theme and color options
- Additional game modes and challenges
- Improved performance and stability
- Better cloud sync and progress saving


### Happy Link

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/happy-link-two-dots/id929893049)

Connect matching colored dots by drawing lines across a grid, filling the entire space without crossing. Offers over 2500 puzzles with various modes and level packs. Enjoy solo or multiplayer challenges with hints and progress syncing.

**Highlights:** Connect matching dots, Fill entire grid, Over 2500 unique puzzles, Multiple game modes, Multiplayer option, Hints and iCloud sync

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RemoveAds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mania 14x14 15x15 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Just Can't Stop | $0.99 | one-time |
| 17 Hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| 37 Hints | $5.99 | one-time |
| 77 Hints | $10.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2048+# free?

2048+# is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Happy Link free?

Happy Link is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 2048+# or Happy Link?

Happy Link is rated higher. 2048+# averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Happy Link averages 4.8 from 41 ratings.

### Do 2048+# or Happy Link have ads?

Both 2048+# and Happy Link show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 2048+# or Happy Link?

2048+# ships an update every 2 months, and Happy Link every 20 months. Most recently, 2048+# was updated on November 6, 2026 and Happy Link on November 1, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*