Comparison

zFuse vs DR. EPIC BLOCK

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

Head to head
About

zFuse

Play any video format and encoding directly from your device or network storage without conversion. Enjoy advanced subtitle effects, gesture controls, and file management features. Supports media servers, TV casting, and privacy protection.

Highlights
  • Plays all video formats and encodings
  • Supports ASS/SSA/SUP effect subtitles
  • Network playback from PC/NAS
  • Gesture controls for playback and settings
  • Folder encryption for privacy
  • File download and decompression
  • TV casting and media server support
Features
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- zFuse can play all video formats and encodings, allowing you to play video files on your mobile device without the need to convert to MP4. - zFuse supports ASS/SSA/SUP effect subtitles, enabling you to experience full subtitle effects just like on your PC/Mac. - zFuse features powerful networking technologies that allow you to play media from your PC or NAS directly, without occupying any space on your limited device storage and without needing to download anything. - zFuse also allows you to easily download files or directories directly from your PC or NAS, making it the perfect companion for your trips. - zFuse supports a variety of gestures - simply move your fingers to adjust playback position, font size, volume, and brightness. - zFuse carefully protects your privacy with folder encryption, so you no longer need to worry about privacy issues. - zFuse's detailed features include: * SMB/CIFS playback and discovery (easily play media files from your PC). * Download media files or directories from SAMBA/DLNA/WebDAV/FTP directly. * UPnP/DLNA playback and discovery. * Emby and Jellyfin media server support. * AirPlay playback. * Picture-in-Picture mode support. * iPad split-screen multitasking support. * Hardware acceleration. * HDR Tone Mapping support on non-HDR displays. * Subtitle effects support. * 0.5x-3.0x playback speed control. * 0.5x-5.0x screen zoom. * Media preview while seeking. * Built-in audio enhancement. * Multi-soundtrack selection. * Embedded/external subtitle track selection. * Subtitle synchronization. * Audio synchronization. * External subtitle font selection support. * Playlist file preview before playback. * Blu-ray directory playback. * Real-time playlist management and editing. * Screen mirroring. * File Management: - Delete, move, rename, create folders. - Wi-Fi file transfer support without USB cable connection. - Streaming media playlist creation support. - File decompression support: 7z, zip, rar, tar, bz, bz2, etc. * Gesture Controls: - Horizontal drag: adjust playback position. - Vertical drag on left side: adjust volume. - Vertical drag on right side: adjust brightness. - Pinch to zoom: adjust screen size. - Double-tap: play/pause. - Two-finger double-tap: change video aspect ratio. * External Keyboard Support: - Space: pause/play. - Left Arrow: backward seek. - Right Arrow: forward seek. - Esc: exit playback. - S: change playback speed. - B: play previous. - N: play next. - Z: change screen scale. * Supported Video Formats: MP4, MOV, MKV, AVI, WMV, FLV, RMVB, ASF, OGV, Blu-ray ISO and more. * Supported Audio Formats: MP3, WAV, WMA, FLAC, APE and more. * Supported Subtitle Formats: SRT, SSA, ASS, SUP, VTT. * Supported Image Formats: JPG, PNG, BMP, TIFF, GIF, HEIC and more. * Supported eBook Formats: EPUB, TXT, PDF. * Code Editor Supported Languages: JSON, HTML, XML, C/C++, Lua, Java, Objective-C, Swift, Python, JavaScript. * Supported Document Formats: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Numbers, Keynote, Pages, RTF, CSV.

About

DR. EPIC BLOCK

Engage in a unique puzzle experience combining sliding blocks, falling blocks, and Tic-Tac-Toe. Enhance your gameplay with AI-powered chat and image generation, and unwind with a curated selection of inspirational music.

Highlights
  • Sliding block puzzles
  • Falling/rain block challenges
  • Classic Tic-Tac-Toe with AI
  • AI Chat Assistant
  • AI Text to Image generation
  • Curated music for inspiration and tranquility
Features
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Get ready to embark on a mind-bending adventure with the DR. EPIC BLOCK Puzzle app! Immerse yourself in a world where sliding blocks, falling/rain blocks, and Tic-Tac-Toe collide to create the ultimate puzzle-solving experience. But that's not all – we've added a touch of AI magic and a dash of musical inspiration to take your gaming journey to new heights! **Block-Tastic Features** Sliding Blocks: Slide, shift, and strategize as you tackle challenging puzzles with sliding blocks. Sharpen your spatial awareness and problem-solving skills with every move. Falling/Rain Blocks: Watch as blocks cascade down, creating a dynamic and thrilling gameplay experience. Can you keep up with the falling frenzy? Challenge yourself and find out! **Tic-Tac-Toe** The classic game you know and love, now with a fresh twist! Play against friends or challenge our AI for a Tic-Tac-Toe showdown. It's time to outsmart your opponent! **AI Magic at Your Fingertips** Engage in delightful conversations and challenge your intellect with our AI Chat Assistant. Need a break from puzzles? Let the AI Text to Image feature bring your thoughts to life in a unique and artistic way. The possibilities are endless with AI-enhanced interaction! **Disclaimer (AI Assistant)** The AI Assistant feature is intended solely for educational purposes. It provides general guidance and should not be relied upon for critical decision-making. Users are encouraged to seek advice from qualified professionals in their respective fields for precise and reliable information. The app, including the AI Assistant feature, is not liable for any misuse resulting from the use of information obtained through the app. **Musical Inspiration** Escape into a realm of inspiration, motivation, and tranquility with our curated music feature. Whether you're solving puzzles, chatting with the AI, or just unwinding, let the power of music elevate your experience. Choose from a selection of tracks designed to enhance your mood and keep you in the zone. **Disclaimer (Music)** All music available for streaming is either licensed or owned by the DR. EPIC. We do not intend to infringe on any copyrights. For copyright inquiries, please contact us via email: legal@drepic.tv Our use of royalty-free music for educational and inspirational purposes is in accordance with The copyright disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act, protecting developers using such content. None of Music are available for downloads. When you subscribe, you are helping us maintain the server streaming costs. **Awesome reasons to download DR. EPIC BLOCK ** Engaging puzzle variations for endless fun. Challenge your friends or test your skills against our AI. Unleash the power of AI for interactive and creative experiences. Elevate your gaming journey with a soundtrack of inspirational, motivational, and meditation music. Sleek design for a seamless and visually pleasing experience. Ready to become the Block Puzzle Master? Download now and immerse yourself in a world where puzzles, AI, and music unite to create the ultimate gaming paradise. Your brain will thank you! **Shop** Shop all DR.EPIC Brands: DR.EPIC, GODAMOR, GOD13, EPICAMOR, EPIC GREATNESS, EPIC MUSICA, EPIC GENES Enjoy! * In-App Purchase * EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ * Unlock AI Features * Unlock Epic Musica Features We offer the following 3 Subscription levels: Weekly: $9.99 Monthly: $29.99 Yearly: $99.99 #DrEpic #DrEpicBlock #DrEpicBlockPuzzle #BrainGame #DrEpicAI #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Gaming #Puzzle #EpicMusica #Music #Entertainment

Screenshots

zFuse4 screens
DR. EPIC BLOCK4 screens

Verdict

The call

zFuse and DR. EPIC BLOCK are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. zFuse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DR. EPIC BLOCK sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
zFuse versus DR. EPIC BLOCK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterzFuseDR. EPIC BLOCK
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size156 MB680 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developers-joys Co., Ltd.DR. EPIC

Customer experience

zFuse

All ratings1,194 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral2.1%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews480 reviews
Positive80.4%
Neutral5.0%
Negative14.6%

DR. EPIC BLOCK

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

zFuse

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Playback issues with certain video codecs
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between files
  • Inability to remember last playback position
  • Compatibility problems on older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add picture-in-picture mode
  • Implement a more robust subtitle management system
  • Provide more video customization options
  • Improve network file sharing stability and speed
  • Optimize UI for better user experience

DR. EPIC BLOCK

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

zFuse

One-time1
  • Remove ads$9.99
3 purchases

DR. EPIC BLOCK

Subscriptions3
  • DR. EPIC BLOCK - Weekly$9.997 Days
  • DR. EPIC BLOCK - Monthly$29.991 Month
  • DR. EPIC BLOCK - Yearly$99.991 Year

Questions

Is zFuse free?
zFuse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DR. EPIC BLOCK free?
DR. EPIC BLOCK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do zFuse or DR. EPIC BLOCK have ads?
Both zFuse and DR. EPIC BLOCK show ads.

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