Comparison

Link X. vs NumberLink

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

Head to head
About

Link X.

Connect matching colored dots with pipes to fill the entire board without pipes crossing. This free puzzle game offers hundreds of levels, ranging from relaxing to challenging, providing a "mind like water" experience.

Highlights
  • Connect matching colored dots
  • Pipe creation without crossing
  • 900 challenging levels
  • Free to play
  • Relaxing to frenetic gameplay
Features
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Link X is very popular puzzle game and contains 900 different levels. Link X is 100% free game. There is no pop-up or full-screen ads. Provide best user experience. Connect matching colors with pipe to create a link. Pair all colors, and cover the entire board to solve each puzzle in Flow Colors. But watch out, pipes will break if they cross or overlap! Free play through hundreds of levels. Flow Colors gameplay ranges from simple and relaxed, to challenging and frenetic, and everywhere in between. How you play is up to you. So, give Flow Colors a try, and experience "mind like water"!

About

NumberLink

Features
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Classic NumberLink (also called Number Link / Arukone). Connect each matching pair with one continuous path—then fill every cell on the grid. 1,000+ puzzles. Swipe to draw. Undo & redo. Tips when you’re stuck. Play offline anytime. HOW TO PLAY Link every number to its twin with an unbroken path that moves only horizontally or vertically. Paths can’t cross, split, or U-turn on themselves. When every pair is linked and every square is filled, you win. Easy to learn—deep enough for a long commute. WHO IT’S FOR • Fans of Flow-style path puzzles who want a numbered, logic-first version • Sudoku / Slitherlink / Hashi players looking for another Nikoli classic • Anyone who wants calm brain training without frantic timers • Beginners and experts—start on the tour, then climb to 11×16 boards FEATURES • 1,000+ NumberLink puzzles across many board sizes (6×6 up to 11×16) • Finger-draw paths: extend, cut through, and redraw with undo/redo • Tip mode to reveal a correct path when you’re blocked • Move counter and personal best tracking • How-to-play guide with clear examples • Offline play—no connection required for core packs • Extra puzzle packs when you want more • Optional subscription to remove ads and unlock perks (cancel anytime) WHY NUMBERLINK Colored “pipe” clones are everywhere. NumberLink is the classic form: numbered pairs, full-grid coverage, and pure deduction. Our boards scale from a short tour to large grids that reward planning—not spammy level mills. Draw with your finger, fix mistakes instantly, and keep a quiet streak going offline. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://www.puzzles-together.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Link X.4 screens
NumberLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Link X. at none against NumberLink's 4. Link X. also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). NumberLink's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 8 months). On price and device support 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. NumberLink sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Link X. asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Link X. ships an update every 8 months, NumberLink every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Link X. versus NumberLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLink X.NumberLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (70 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings70 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLei Li建明 顾

In-app purchases

None

Link X.

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

NumberLink

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
One-time3
  • 600 COINS$1.99
  • 1800 COINS$3.99
  • 3600 COINS$5.99

Questions

Is Link X. free?
Link X. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NumberLink free?
NumberLink is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Link X. or NumberLink have ads?
NumberLink shows ads; Link X. does not.
Which is updated more often, Link X. or NumberLink?
Link X. ships an update every 8 months, and NumberLink every 10 days. Most recently, Link X. was updated on October 24, 2026 and NumberLink on October 15, 2026.

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