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4 in a Row Classic Connect alternatives

Users often seek alternatives to 4 in a Row Classic Connect due to excessive ads, a lack of challenge from the AI, and issues with age restrictions. Alternatives offer varying levels of difficulty, different ad experiences, and sometimes additional game modes or online play.

Why users look for alternatives to 4 in a Row Classic Connect

The alternatives

Connect Balls
4.6★ · 130,703 ratings · Free

Connect Balls offers a Connect 4 experience that some users find entertaining . However, it is also noted for having a significant number of ads, including unskippable ones and those that try to get users to download other apps R51R54. Some players also find the game too easy R57.

Better for: This app might suit players who are looking for a simple Connect 4 game and don't mind frequent ads, or those who enjoy playing many puzzles, as one user reported playing over 2000 puzzles R56.

Head-to-head: 4 in a Row Classic Connect vs Connect Balls
Four In A Row
4.6★ · 113,918 ratings · Free

Four In A Row is described as challenging, especially on hard mode R66. It allows users to change difficulty settings . However, it also has issues with ads, which some find too frequent or irritating . Some users report the AI being too easy even on hard mode, or suspect fake online play R67R68. There are also reports of cheating in online play and the app kicking players out when winning against the AI R109.

Better for: This app is better for players seeking a challenging AI experience on hard mode R66, and those who enjoy customizing game settings . It might appeal to users who want a quick Connect 4 game .

Head-to-head: 4 in a Row Classic Connect vs Four In A Row
Four In A Row Connect
4.8★ · 12,259 ratings · Free

Four In A Row Connect is generally praised for its gameplay and sound effects R80R83. However, it faces significant criticism for an overwhelming number of ads, with some ads blocking the game board or being unskippable R79. Some users also report issues with daily rewards not unlocking R81. It lacks online play R82.

Better for: This app might suit players who prioritize smooth gameplay and sound effects over an ad-free experience, and those who prefer playing offline against the computer or locally with another person R83R82.

Head-to-head: 4 in a Row Classic Connect vs Four In A Row Connect
4 in a Row
4.5★ · 3,197 ratings · Free

4 in a Row is described as fun but also has frequent ads R94. The AI difficulty is mixed, with some finding it too easy and others too smart R93R95R96. A unique feature is 'block mode,' which combines Tetris and Sudoku elements and is highly praised . Users have suggested improvements like an undo button and better placement for pop-up windows . The app does not allow music from other apps to play in the background .

Better for: This app is ideal for players who enjoy Connect 4 but are also looking for a unique twist with 'block mode' . It's suitable for those who can tolerate ads in exchange for fun gameplay and innovative features .

Head-to-head: 4 in a Row Classic Connect vs 4 in a Row
Four in a Row
4.9★ · 2,141 ratings · Free

This app is considered the 'best one' by some users compared to other Connect 4 apps R108. It offers a challenging experience that can make players 'feel like a fool' . However, it is heavily criticized for an abundance of unskippable pop-up ads after every game R107R110. There are also serious concerns about cheating in online play and privacy issues, with the app reportedly accessing the camera app R109.

Better for: This app might appeal to players who want a very challenging Connect 4 experience and are willing to overlook significant ad interruptions and potential privacy concerns R108.

Head-to-head: 4 in a Row Classic Connect vs Four in a Row
Stick with 4 in a Row Classic Connect if

You should stick with 4 in a Row Classic Connect if you primarily play with friends or family locally R34 and find the game fun despite the ads . Some users also find the hard mode challenging enough R36R40.

Evidence note: No alternative had too few reviews to judge.

Frequently asked

Why do people look for alternatives to 4 in a Row Classic Connect?
People look for alternatives to 4 in a Row Classic Connect primarily because of the excessive and intrusive ads R4R7R13, the lack of challenge from the computer AI R1R3R12, and issues with age restrictions preventing them from playing R16R19R25.
Are there Connect 4 apps with fewer ads?
While many Connect 4 apps, including the main app and its alternatives, are criticized for frequent ads, Four In A Row Connect is noted by one user for 'not that many adds' R83, though other reviews for the same app contradict this, stating 'way too many ads' R79.
Which Connect 4 app offers a more challenging AI?
Four In A Row is cited by users as being 'very challenging' and having a 'hard bot' R66, though some still find its AI too easy R67. 4 in a Row Classic Connect's hard mode is also found challenging by some users R36R40.
Are there Connect 4 apps with online multiplayer?
4 in a Row Classic Connect mentions the ability to play online R34, and Four In A Row has an online play feature, although some users suspect it might be fake online play against a bot R68. Four In A Row Connect explicitly states there is no online play R82.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US There is no challenge: When playing this there is no challenge. The computer doesn’t make any effort to block you or make the game competitive. You don’t have to think at all, so it makes it boring and uninteresting.
  2. [R3] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 3/5 · US Too easy: The computer is too easy
  3. [R12] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 3/5 · US Kinda good app: It is a good app but it is kinda boring because the computer lets you win
  4. [R29] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US Lame game: It’s like playing against a 3 year old
  5. [R4] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US Too many ads: You spend more time forced into watching ads than you do playing the game.
  6. [R7] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US Adds: The ads are terrible they lock up there game
  7. [R9] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 3/5 · US Good game but …: Ok so I understand that games need ads to make money and I’m fine with that but this game went to far. On the bottom there is a ad at all times witch is small and not that big of a deal but after the game is over there is a BIG square ad that is very in the way right below the play again button which isn’t the best but I can live with it. If it was just that my review would be muc
  8. [R13] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US Too many ads: Will literally open settings and close it then an ads comes up. No why I’m paying teen dollars
  9. [R14] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 4/5 · US Why is this game 17+ it’s connect 4 I played when I was like 3: I had to delete and redownload to change my birthday
  10. [R16] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US Age problem: I’m literally older than 4+ The game advertises that the game is for ages 4 and up I’m a whole 11 years older than that and I suddenly just can’t play anymore because im too young I AM A GROWN TEENAGER WHY CAN I NOT PLAY THIS KIDS GAME?
  11. [R19] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US Upsetting: This game is 4+ and it won’t let me play it now so whatever happened to this app I don’t like it was nice at first but now it’s not.
  12. [R25] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 1/5 · US I cant enter because of my age: I dont like it beacuse im too young and my cousin is older than me. thats not fair. delete this game now i hate it and i cant believe i had this
  13. [R38] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 5/5 · US Adds are 10 dollars!: I play other games and the adds are 0.99$ to take them away, but this is too much money! Lower the price and i will most certainly remove adds
  14. [R6] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 3/5 · US Good: Good, but there are apps that contain this game and other games in the same app, not just one game like this one. · translated
  15. [R15] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 3/5 · US Can we fix this please: Why can’t see the cumulative score after we finish a game?? Line cumulative wins???
  16. [R24] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 3/5 · US Online Capability: It would be nice to play against online opponents like Uno allows you to do. Makes it some much more fun to play against real people. Bots get boring.
  17. [R51] Connect Balls 1/5 · US There’s so so many ads 🤬😡: July 6
  18. [R54] Connect Balls 1/5 · US All ads: Too many ads that are un-skipable. And ads that you can’t close. This game also tries to get you to download other apps constantly.
  19. [R56] Connect Balls 3/5 · US Is there an end?: I have played over 2000 puzzles so far. Purchased with points everything offered. Still have 56K points. Where are we headed?
  20. [R57] Connect Balls 1/5 · US Bruh: Too easy
  21. [R65] Four In A Row 1/5 · US Stop pestering me to rate the game.: Initially rated it four stars and even purchased the no ad version…but every other game it keeps pestering me to rate the game…so now you get one star. Feels like a rip off to buy no ads if you’re going to continue to interrupt the flow of my game with your pop up rating request AFTER I already rated you…fix this, and I’ll fix my rating back.
  22. [R66] Four In A Row 5/5 · US Fun: It is very challenging
  23. [R67] Four In A Row 3/5 · US This game is ok: 4inarow is a good game the only thing I don’t like is that when I’m playing by myself and with the robot I always win like I don’t get it, the robot never wins like its trained to be stupid or something. And the game is on hard mode so it’s not like it’s on easy mode. I’m being generous giving this game a three out of five starz.
  24. [R68] Four In A Row 1/5 · US Fake online: Played the same guy for 3 days in a row in online play. Never won a single game, was definitely just the difficulty cranked up to the hardest setting. A shame
  25. [R79] Four In A Row Connect 2/5 · US Way too many ads: The game is not the issue, it’s the amount of ads that they force you to watch to continue playing. Ruins it
  26. [R80] Four In A Row Connect 5/5 · US Five stars: Is great game and I love it so much five stars
  27. [R81] Four In A Row Connect 3/5 · US Daily Rewards: My daily reward don’t always unlock. I play a few days in a row and it randomly seems to not come up. My nephew loves this game but he wants to unlock those daily rewards chips but can’t.
  28. [R82] Four In A Row Connect 1/5 · US Online play?: There’s no online play on this
  29. [R93] 4 in a Row 1/5 · US Too easy: I’ve been this game so many times
  30. [R94] 4 in a Row 5/5 · US Connect four: Connect four is OK. Oh my God it’s very fun.
  31. [R95] 4 in a Row 3/5 · US Difficulty: Make one player harder
  32. [R96] 4 in a Row 1/5 · US WORST GAME!: I KEEP LOSING BY AI CAUSE AI IS TOO SMART!
  33. [R107] Four in a Row 1/5 · US Horrible ads: Cannot close their horrible ads
  34. [R108] Four in a Row 5/5 · US Best one: Tried a bunch of connect four apps, this one takes the cake.
  35. [R109] Four in a Row 3/5 · US Cheating: Hi, I was at one point rated the highest player in America and number 1 in the world. Later on I lost my Rank due to cheating. I have compared games I've played and games I've played against bots and they're identical. Not saying everyone cheats, but its flooding and ruining the game. One bot most cheaters use is connect four solver.
  36. [R110] Four in a Row 1/5 · US So many adds: No matter if u play the computer or a person online you’ll have to deal with a unskipable add after EVERY GAME
  37. [R83] Four In A Row Connect 5/5 · US Very good: Not that many adds nice sound effects and perfect gameplay
  38. [R36] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 4/5 · US Hard but not to hard: If you are skilled in connect 4 you will have a challenge with the hard mode but it’s really not outrageously hard as some reviews say I was able to beat hard mode while drunk and high my second game. No I’m not trying to be “cool” saying that, that’s literally what happened. Great practice for good players on hard mode highly recommend. Downfall is that ads... I get they wan
  39. [R40] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 4/5 · US Hmmmm: This is a fun game. The easy level is for kids (in my opinion). I play random, medium level. There is an even amount of difficulty at random/medium. The hard level is impossible to win unless you are a pro at connect 4. Unless you are playing with 2 players, you are competing against a computer that is able to predict multiple ways to trap you making it extremely hard to win. I won about 2
  40. [R34] 4 in a Row Classic Connect 5/5 · US It’s amazing: I’m Amelia I’m 7 in a haf this is amazing I can play with family and friends plus we can take trns or play online

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store