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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 40
Winner Four In A Row
Four In A Row 4.6★ · Free + IAP · ⚠ stale 65

For a more reliable and less frustrating experience, Four In A Row (App B) is the better choice, despite its ad-heavy free tier.

Full reviews: Four in a Row · Four In A Row

Four In A Row (App B) offers a more stable gameplay experience, though users frequently complain about excessive and long ads. Four in a Row (App A) is plagued by numerous bugs, including non-functional sound controls and frequent crashes, making it a less desirable option despite its ad-free nature.

Head to head

Features edge: Four In A RowR1R4R6R9
Four in a Row Users appreciate the basic gameplay of Four in a Row (App A) but frequently request a higher level of difficulty and better AI, noting predictable patterns R6. There are also complaints about non-functional sound controls R1R4R10R13 and a lack of score tracking R9.
Four In A Row Four In A Row (App B) offers adjustable difficulty settings, which some users find challenging , while others find the AI too easy even on hard mode . The app also has an online play option, though some users report it feels fake or has issues with players quitting .
Ease of Use edge: Four In A RowR4R9R10R13
Four in a Row Users of Four in a Row (App A) find the interface user-friendly , but are frustrated by the inability to turn off in-game sounds R4R10R13R37 and the need to re-input preferred settings every time the game launches R9. Some also note distorted graphics on newer devices .
Four In A Row Four In A Row (App B) is described as very easy to play and has a clean background . However, some users wish for a horizontal view on iPad and better screen flipping settings for two-player mode .
Reliability edge: Four In A RowR2R9R12R15
Four in a Row 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 R2R12R20. Some users also report glitches where the game doesn't recognize a win R15 and issues with statistics resetting or being inaccurate R9.
Four In A Row Four In A Row (App B) generally seems more stable, with fewer direct complaints about crashes or game-breaking bugs. One user noted a decline in functionality over time .
Price/Value tieR3R9R14R39
Four in a Row Four in a Row (App A) is free to download and users appreciate the lack of ads R14. However, the numerous bugs and lack of updates detract from its overall value R3R9R39.
Four In A Row Four In A Row (App B) is free with in-app purchases, but users are overwhelmingly frustrated by the excessive, long, and unskippable ads that appear after every game R70. Some users who paid for the no-ad version still experienced rating pop-ups, feeling it was a rip-off .
Support edge: Four In A RowR2R12R13R39
Four in a Row Users of Four in a Row (App A) frequently request updates for iOS compatibility R39 and bug fixes, particularly for crashing issues and non-functional sound controls R2R12R13R41. The lack of response to these long-standing issues suggests poor support.
Four In A Row While Four In A Row (App B) has many complaints about ads, there are fewer direct comments about needing bug fixes or updates, suggesting a more maintained app. One user mentioned contacting support regarding rating requests after purchase .
Pick Four in a Row if

you absolutely cannot tolerate ads and are willing to overlook significant bugs, crashes, and non-functional settings R14.

Pick Four In A Row if

you prioritize a more stable and functional game experience over an ad-free one, and are willing to either endure frequent ads or pay for the ad-free version .

Evidence note: App A's reviews are heavily skewed towards negative experiences due to numerous bugs and lack of updates, while App B's negativity primarily stems from its aggressive ad monetization strategy. The lifetime ratings reflect this, with App B having a significantly higher rating despite ad complaints.

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), leading to frustration R4R10R13R37.
Does Four in a Row (App A) crash frequently?
Yes, Four in a Row (App A) is reported to crash frequently, especially when a game is about to end in a tie R2R12R20R41.
Are there many ads in Four In A Row (App B)?
Yes, Four In A Row (App B) has a significant number of ads, with many users complaining about long, unskippable ads appearing after every game R70R81R91R105.

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. [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
  5. [R10] Four in a Row 1/5 · US Cannot turn sound off.: Go to the setting turn sound off. Sound still plays.
  6. [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.
  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. [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.
  9. [R15] Four in a Row 3/5 · US This game is broken: So bassicaly this game is really fun but when I play against the bot when I win it dosent see that I won and it keeps playing.
  10. [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.
  11. [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.
  12. [R39] Four in a Row 3/5 · US Please update!: Love! however, needs to be updated for iOS 11 please!!
  13. [R37] Four in a Row 1/5 · US Volume is always on....irritating: Sometimes I just want to play and listen to music but because it never lets you turn the volume or sound off (even though it says it is off, it really isn’t), you can’t do both. The sound is always on and is loud. Very frustrating and irritating.
  14. [R20] Four in a Row 4/5 · US App Crashing: Great app but, this app keeps crashing for me. Still great for free time when you want to exercise your brain.
  15. [R41] Four in a Row 4/5 · US Crashing: Great app but everytime I play on hard and there’s about to be a draw, the app crashes
  16. [R70] Four In A Row 2/5 · US Too many ads in the way: Pure telling me I have to wait 30 seconds to a minute after each time a game ends.. rather irritating.
  17. [R81] Four In A Row 3/5 · US Ads: Good game, but just too many ads and the ads last just way too long. There’s a ad after every game. They ain’t no calm 30 sec either. They 1-2 minutes+. If you willing to pay to have the ads be taken away. Great game, if not. Prepare to watch a ton of commercials (ADS).
  18. [R91] Four In A Row 2/5 · US Addddddsssss: Too many long ads. Those things are like documentaries after each game smh.
  19. [R105] Four In A Row 3/5 · GB Advert hell: Adverts WAY too long for the actual play time, spend more time watching them than playing the game.

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