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Head-to-head

Four in a Row vs Four in a Row.

Four in a Row 4.1★ · Free to download · ⚠ stale 55
Winner Four in a Row.
Four in a Row. 4.4★ · Free to download · ⚠ stale 75

For a more reliable and ad-free experience, 'Four in a Row.' (App B) is the better choice, despite some users finding its AI too challenging.

Full reviews: Four in a Row · Four in a Row.

Both 'Four in a Row' (App A) and 'Four in a Row.' (App B) offer a classic Connect Four experience, but App A is plagued by persistent bugs, especially with sound control and crashing, and has a highly inconsistent AI. App B provides a more stable experience with fewer ads, though its AI is consistently described as very difficult.

Head to head

Features tieR1R4R6R7
Four in a Row App A offers basic Connect Four gameplay, but users frequently report that the sound off feature does not work, and settings are not saved between sessions. Some users also note a lack of difficulty levels or an AI that is either too easy or too hard, and the game sometimes fails to recognize a win.
Four in a Row. App B provides a straightforward Connect Four experience with difficulty levels, though many find even the 'easy' setting challenging. It supports two-player mode and is praised for being bare-bones and ad-free by some, while others report issues with network play and ads.
Ease of Use tieR1R4R9R10
Four in a Row Users find App A's interface generally user-friendly, but the persistent issue with turning off sound and music is a major frustration, often requiring manual adjustment every time the app is launched. Some also report issues with game pieces appearing as ovals on newer devices.
Four in a Row. App B is described as easy to play and navigate, with a bare-bones interface that facilitates fast playing. However, some users report slow loading times, difficulty changing usernames, and issues with touch accuracy.
Reliability edge: Four in a Row.R2R3R5R12
Four in a Row App A suffers from significant reliability issues, including frequent crashes, especially when a game is about to end in a tie or when resetting statistics. Users also report that the game sometimes fails to register a win or that the app will slow down their phone.
Four in a Row. App B generally offers a more stable experience, but some users have encountered freezing, glitches, and slow loading. Network play is also reported to be buggy, with opponent moves not registering correctly.
Price/Value edge: Four in a Row.R11R14R50R57
Four in a Row App A is free to download and some users appreciate the lack of ads, while others find the music annoying. However, the numerous bugs and lack of updates detract from its overall value.
Four in a Row. App B is also free to download and is praised by many for having no ads, which significantly enhances its value. Some users, however, do report encountering long and intrusive advertisements.
Support edge: Four in a Row.R2R9R12R39
Four in a Row Users express frustration over the lack of updates for App A, particularly concerning iOS compatibility and persistent bugs like the sound control issue and crashing. There's a clear call for developers to fix these long-standing problems.
Four in a Row. Reviews for App B do not frequently mention developer support or updates, though some users request fixes for network mode and general bugs. The overall sentiment suggests a more stable app with less urgent need for intervention.
Pick Four in a Row if

you want a basic, free Connect Four game and are willing to tolerate significant bugs, particularly with sound and crashing R1R2R4.

Pick Four in a Row. if

you prefer a more reliable and generally ad-free Connect Four experience, even if the AI is consistently challenging R62.

Evidence note: Reviews for App A are heavily skewed negative due to persistent bugs, especially sound issues and crashes. App B has a higher lifetime rating and fewer critical complaints, though its AI difficulty is a common point of discussion.

Frequently asked

Can I turn off the sound in Four in a Row (App A)?
No, despite an option in the settings, users consistently report that the sound and music cannot be turned off in 'Four in a Row' (App A), which is a major source of frustration R1R4R10R13.
Does 'Four in a Row.' (App B) have ads?
While some users praise 'Four in a Row.' (App B) for being ad-free, others report encountering long, intrusive, and flashing advertisements R62R73R88R100.
Is the AI in either app too difficult?
Users for both apps frequently find the AI challenging, with 'Four in a Row' (App A) having an inconsistent AI that some find too easy and others impossible, while 'Four in a Row.' (App B) is consistently described as very hard, even on easy settings R7R8R22R31.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Four in a Row 2/5 · US Good but: The “sound off” feature doesn’t work
  2. [R4] Four in a Row 1/5 · US You can’t turn the sound off!!: If you’re at work, in a meeting and board out of your mind, the very last thing you want is for the boss to hear you playing games on your phone. That’s why I turn the sound off on all my games. But this game now has the sound on no matter what you have it set on!! Let me turn the sound off if I want to or I’m deleting the game! 😡
  3. [R6] Four in a Row 3/5 · US Basic features: This game needs a higher level of difficulty. These bots have noticeable patterns which weaken the gaming experience and/or the immediate challenge.
  4. [R7] Four in a Row 1/5 · US The algorithm is dumber than my 6 year old sister: I’m not an expert at connect four by any means, but I’ve played my 6 year old sister at connect four and she puts up more of a challenge than this computer algorithm. I feel dumber after playing on this app
  5. [R9] Four in a Row 3/5 · US badly needs an update: I enjoy playing it. However, it has no ability to track scores. After each game, it says “current scores: 6; total scores 80.” Which makes absolutely no sense, and it says the exact same thing pretty much every time (the numbers don’t change). Also, the option to turn off sound does not work. And, you have to re-input your preferred settings every time you launch t
  6. [R10] Four in a Row 1/5 · US Cannot turn sound off.: Go to the setting turn sound off. Sound still plays.
  7. [R2] Four in a Row 4/5 · US Crashes: When I’m winning the game seems to crash a lot. I like the game. But that has to be fixed.
  8. [R3] Four in a Row 3/5 · US Game has a few bugs: Game has some bugs but is otherwise good time-waster for trains, planes, and cars.
  9. [R5] Four in a Row 5/5 · US Hilarious glitch: I would say I’m alright at this classic game but after beating the AI a few times it decided the game was over after getting only 3 in a row! The next move I literally would have won. From pure shock and unexpected laughter I give it 5 stars
  10. [R12] Four in a Row 3/5 · US Crashes: I like to keep track of my wins n the cpu wins during my lil tournaments in my head but can’t do that if it crashes when it’s a tie… FIX YALL APP!!! Been like this too long… I’m uninstalling now for a diff one.
  11. [R11] Four in a Row 5/5 · US Good AI, Good Game: Sometimes I win, sometimes the AI wins; seems just right. Gotta play smart. Ad bar at the bottom, but I hardly notice it; doesn’t impede game. Good job.
  12. [R14] Four in a Row 4/5 · US Good game!: I love it the fact that there is no adds is my dream and its pretty peacefull the music is anoyying so pls change it. idea make commands so put points to 100 or 10 ok.
  13. [R50] Four in a Row 5/5 · US It’s connect four: Title say it all, connect four with no ads or anything bad.
  14. [R57] Four in a Row 3/5 · US Knocks out my music!: Even when I turn the Sound option OFF on the game, my music, podcasts, and audiobooks cease playing. BOO! This mindless game is supposed to be a >secondary< distraction. 📱📲 Other than that incredibly annoying oversight, game plays well and had enough variation. I don't give a whoop about statistics so I can not comment on the accuracy of it or anything. No ads pop up OVER
  15. [R39] Four in a Row 3/5 · US Please update!: Love! however, needs to be updated for iOS 11 please!!
  16. [R13] Four in a Row 1/5 · US Sounds don’t go off: Every time you start, you have to reset the music and sounds to off, but the sounds don’t really go off. So the pieces click, and there’s applause when you win and this creepy sigh sound when you lose.
  17. [R62] Four in a Row. 5/5 · US This is the one: Bare bones and NO ADS. Perfect for fast playing and solo practice
  18. [R73] Four in a Row. 2/5 · US APP: This app loads slow. The advertisements are too long and Hard to get rid.
  19. [R88] 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.
  20. [R100] 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.
  21. [R8] Four in a Row 5/5 · US ITS IMPOSIBAL TO BEAT: I love the music! On the home screen by theirs no way u can beat the AI it’s to smart but love the game and giveing a high rateing keep it up develipors!
  22. [R22] Four in a Row 1/5 · US AI too difficult: What kind of crystal meth are you people smoking if you think this game is easy? Even on easy difficulty, you have a 50/50 chance to win.
  23. [R31] Four in a Row 1/5 · US Not to good: It’s never any fun when someone beats you over and over again. I’m not being a bad sport, but that’s life. It’s no fun. I’ve played about 50 games and only won twice. It’s really hard too. If you like a challenge, be my guest, but I do not like being smoked every single time. My suggestion is make it a bit easier. It would be a lot better if you could win more than twice every 50 game

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