# Gilly Connect vs Shape Jam

The clearest difference is ads: Gilly Connect at none against Shape Jam's shown. Gilly Connect also leads on ratings volume (14 vs 1) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Shape Jam's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Gilly Connect against 5.0 for Shape Jam. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gilly Connect has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Gilly Connect ships an update every 8 months, Shape Jam every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gilly Connect | Shape Jam |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gilly-connect/id886919891/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-jam-match-and-clear/id6473802826/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 9 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gilbert Anwar](https://appshunter.io/developer/886919894) | [Hussein Ibrahim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1539880717) |

## What reviewers say

### Gilly Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gilly-connect/id886919891)

Experience a fresh take on a classic game with multi-directional play. Connect four of your own circles in a row horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. Enjoy single-player challenges, pass-and-play, and online multiplayer.

**Highlights:** Multi-directional gameplay, Online multiplayer, 2 Player pass and play, Single player mode, Challenge Mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Shape Jam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-jam-match-and-clear/id6473802826)

Match two identical colors and shapes to clear each level. A simple yet engaging puzzle game designed for quick play sessions.

**Highlights:** Match 2 same colors, Match 2 same shapes, Clear stages, Engaging puzzle gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gilly Connect free?

Gilly Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Shape Jam free?

Shape Jam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Gilly Connect or Shape Jam?

Shape Jam is rated higher. Gilly Connect averages 4.9 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Shape Jam averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Gilly Connect or Shape Jam have ads?

Shape Jam shows ads; Gilly Connect does not.

### Which is updated more often, Gilly Connect or Shape Jam?

Gilly Connect ships an update every 8 months, and Shape Jam every 2 weeks. Most recently, Gilly Connect was updated on November 1, 2026 and Shape Jam on November 4, 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.*