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Head-to-head

Four in a Row. vs 4 In A Row Board Game Connect

Four in a Row. 4.4★ · Free to download · ⚠ stale 70
Winner Four in a Row.
4 In A Row Board Game Connect 4.5★ · Free + IAP 55

For a more reliable and less ad-intrusive experience, App A (Four in a Row) is generally preferred, especially for solo play, despite its own issues with multiplayer and AI difficulty.

Full reviews: Four in a Row. · 4 In A Row Board Game Connect

Both 'Four in a Row' (App A) and '4 In A Row Board Game Connect' (App B) offer basic Connect 4 gameplay, but App A is generally favored for its less intrusive ads and better solo play experience, despite some multiplayer bugs. App B struggles with frequent, unskippable ads and unreliable online play, making it a frustrating experience for many users.

Head to head

Features tieR2R16R58R61
Four in a Row. App A offers a bare-bones experience that some users appreciate for quick play and solo practice R2. However, it lacks customization options like changing usernames R16 and some users find the board size too small R58.
4 In A Row Board Game Connect App B provides a range of difficulty settings for its AI and supports two-player games . However, it lacks personalization options such as changing player names or piece colors, even in its paid version R61. Some users also wish for more features beyond the basic gameplay .
Ease of Use tieR13R22R39R51
Four in a Row. App A is described as easy to play R51. However, some users report issues with slow loading R13, the game freezing or glitching R22, and accidental presses on the wrong place R39.
4 In A Row Board Game Connect App B is generally considered easy to play with friends . However, some users find it confusing and report issues with slow performance and the screen being cut off .
AI Difficulty tieR1R3R5R9
Four in a Row. App A's AI is frequently described as very challenging, even on easy mode R1R3R9R10. Some users enjoy the challenge R5, while others find it frustratingly difficult R1R10R43.
4 In A Row Board Game Connect App B's AI is also noted for being challenging R69, with some users finding even the easy mode to be like expert difficulty . There are complaints that the AI cheats . Conversely, a few users find it too easy .
Reliability (Multiplayer/Online Play) tieR19R34R46R52
Four in a Row. App A has significant issues with network play. Users report that opponent moves don't register unless exiting and re-entering the game R19, and that games struggle to start or determine whose turn it is R34. Some online games end in a 'draw' prematurely R46R52.
4 In A Row Board Game Connect App B also suffers from unreliable online multiplayer. Users frequently report that share play or inviting friends doesn't work, getting stuck loading R64. It's difficult to find online opponents R69, and some users cannot play online at all .
Price/Value & Ads edge: Four in a Row.R2R13R28R40
Four in a Row. App A is free to download, but many users are highly frustrated by intrusive and frequent ads R13R28R40R58. Some ads are described as flashing R40R58 or leading to suspicious external sites R28. However, a few users praise it for having 'NO ADS' R2, suggesting an inconsistent ad experience or older reviews.
4 In A Row Board Game Connect App B is also free with in-app purchases, but it is heavily criticized for an excessive number of ads. Users report forced ads after every match , unskippable ads , and ads that are inappropriate for children . There is a one-time fee to remove ads, but some users are disappointed that the paid version still lacks customization R61.
Pick Four in a Row. if

You want a basic, free Four in a Row game with generally fewer ad complaints than its competitor, and you primarily play solo or are willing to tolerate multiplayer bugs R2R19.

Pick 4 In A Row Board Game Connect if

You are looking for a game with a challenging AI and a range of difficulty settings, and you are willing to pay to remove ads or tolerate frequent interruptions .

Evidence note: The evidence for App A regarding ads is somewhat contradictory, with some users stating 'NO ADS' while others complain about them. This could indicate changes over time or regional differences. For App B, the ad complaints are overwhelmingly negative and consistent.

Frequently asked

Do these apps have a free version?
Yes, both 'Four in a Row' (App A) and '4 In A Row Board Game Connect' (App B) are free to download and play, though App B offers in-app purchases to remove ads R2R61.
Are there many ads in these games?
App B has a significant problem with frequent, unskippable, and sometimes inappropriate ads, with users reporting ads after every match that can't be exited . App A also has ads, described as irritating and flashing by some R13R40R58, but a few users note it has 'NO ADS', suggesting a less consistent or possibly improved ad experience R2.
How difficult is the computer opponent?
Both apps feature a challenging computer AI, with many users finding even the 'easy' mode to be quite difficult (R1, R10, R17, R43 for App A; , for App B). Some users of App B even accuse the AI of cheating .
Is online multiplayer reliable?
Online multiplayer is a significant weakness for both apps. Users of App A report issues with opponent moves not registering and games failing to start correctly R19R34. App B users also struggle to connect with friends or find online opponents, with frequent loading issues and timeouts R64R69.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Four in a Row. 5/5 · US This is the one: Bare bones and NO ADS. Perfect for fast playing and solo practice
  2. [R16] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Name: Can’t change username on this game
  3. [R58] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Irritating ads, too small for iPad: Annoying ads that flash like strobes? You're kidding me! Very irritating!! Also on iPad, this is the size of an iPhone screen. Too tiny! It should fill the screen! This would be a fun game otherwise, but I'll probably just delete it.
  4. [R61] 4 In A Row Board Game Connect 2/5 · US Not customizable enough: Pro: Charges a nominal one-time fee to remove ads. Cons: Won’t let you personalize the player names in two-person mode (forces you to use the generic “Player One, Player Two”). Won’t allow you to change the piece’s colors. I expected the paid version to have more flexibility; a little disappointing.
  5. [R13] Four in a Row. 2/5 · US APP: This app loads slow. The advertisements are too long and Hard to get rid.
  6. [R22] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Fun but 1 problem: The game is fun in all but you play rounds and it freezes ❄️ then glitches 👾 that’s why I’m getting rid of this app. 👎🏻👾😢👎🏻👾😥👎🏻
  7. [R39] Four in a Row. 3/5 · GB 4 in a row: Some times it makes you press on the wrong place
  8. [R51] Four in a Row. 5/5 · US Takes you back: This game brings back so many great memories of connect four! So easy to play and fun!
  9. [R1] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Robot: The robot in the 1player mode was too hard even in easy mode
  10. [R3] Four in a Row. 3/5 · US 4 in a row: Tough game to win!
  11. [R5] Four in a Row. 5/5 · US Got took out by AI in Four in a Row: Great game
  12. [R9] Four in a Row. 3/5 · US Fun game: Kool game and hard to beat
  13. [R19] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Network mode not working: Opponent move does not register unless you exit game play and return to board. This used to work but now unplayable. Please fix. I have iPhone 6. Same issue still exist
  14. [R34] Four in a Row. 2/5 · US Network Play? Not Impressed.: The kids liked to play this game until they started network play with the grandparents. It can't seem to determine when a game has begun, after 2-3 starts it finally seems to work, except every move they have to exit to the main menu and select network play and reselect the game once it can determine whose play it is. Kids are so frustrated they no longer want to pl
  15. [R46] Four in a Row. 2/5 · US No more "draws": Game is great but most if my games end in a draw when it is obvious that one person could have won. PLEASE remove this feature!!!
  16. [R52] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Meh: Nice single player, bad multiplayer. No time limit. Matches can last a very long time. Played one game after 20 min the game was half done and popped up and said "draw".
  17. [R28] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Good game, bad scam.: The game isn't self isn't bad, it's the fact it bombards you with ads. I understand fully that it's free but it also sends you out of the ap countless times and gives messages like "free phone" to the player that could cause a virus. So I you want to play this cute game while waiting. Get it somewhere else. Don't risk your phone.
  18. [R40] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US X: It WAS a fun game until they added a FLASHING AD at the bottom. You can't make it go away -VERY IRRITATING! I'll never play it again, or any other game with flashing ads.
  19. [R10] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Briley: It kinda is hard when you're on easy level it still is hard
  20. [R17] Four in a Row. 4/5 · US There is a bug on mine, beside that great game: The game is ok, but when I click easy, it’s hard. I might not be good at four in a row, but I just think it’s weird. Great game tho. I recommend it to everyone.
  21. [R43] Four in a Row. 1/5 · US Four In A Row: This is one of the worst games I have ever played because you get addicted then get annoyed and play again. Also the computer is like Usian Bolt in the Olympics he never loses except if you put it on easy then it is possible.
  22. [R64] 4 In A Row Board Game Connect 1/5 · US Can’t share play: The share play doesn’t work and I can’t invite my friends. Every time it just gets stuck loading for whoever is trying to join.
  23. [R69] 4 In A Row Board Game Connect 3/5 · US Multi Player Match Making Needs Work: Game play is standard. CPU is challenging. Finding an online opponent is terrible.

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