# Quell Zen+ vs Bug Bomber

The clearest difference is rating: Quell Zen+ at 5.0 against Bug Bomber's 4.4. Quell Zen+ also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 70%) and ratings volume (142 vs 43). Bug Bomber's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 21 months) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Quell Zen+ costs $3.99 and Bug Bomber $1.99 up front. Quell Zen+ sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Bug Bomber sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Quell Zen+ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 142 and 43 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 98% of Quell Zen+'s written reviews are positive against 70% of Bug Bomber's.

Quell Zen+ ships an update every 21 months, Bug Bomber every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Quell Zen+ | Bug Bomber |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (142 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quell-zen-plus/id1115633942/reviews)** | [4.4 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-bomber/id1441148872/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **142** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | **97.6% of reviews** | 70.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 21 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#200** |
| Size | 96 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fallen Tree Games Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/383027160) | [Jason Sanford](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441148871) |

## What reviewers say

### Quell Zen+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quell-zen-plus/id1115633942)

Guide raindrops through over 200 colorful mazes in this serene logic puzzle game. Experience evolving mechanics and atmospheric orchestral music. Uncover a touching narrative about a Japanese family.

**Highlights:** Over 200 logic challenges, Raindrop maze navigation, Atmospheric orchestral music, Evolving game mechanics, Serene and absorbing gameplay, Narrative-driven experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 150 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Jewel Detector | $1.99 | one-time |
| Super Rewind | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skeleton Key | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧩 Engaging and well-designed puzzles
- 🎵 Beautiful and soothing soundtrack
- 🎨 Stunning visuals and graphics
- 😌 Relaxing and calming gameplay experience
- 🧠 Good mental exercise and brain challenge

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📱 App doesn't stay open in background - requires restart
- 🎵 Repetitive music across games in series
- 💰 Ads disrupt zen experience in free version
- 🎯 Inconsistent puzzle difficulty and complexity
- 🔍 Hidden items difficulty varies greatly

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't remain open in background - requires restart each time
- Game initially appears to crash but actually functions normally

**Requested features**

- Additional new music tracks or custom music selection
- Tutorial with examples before difficult levels
- Ability to reset app and erase memory without losing purchases
- Tips and hints for finding gems and secret passages
- Behind-the-scenes content about game design and inspiration


### Bug Bomber

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-bomber/id1441148872)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

A classic action puzzle game where players clear colored bugs by dropping bombs. Match four or more of the same color to eliminate them. Offers 21 levels and 3 speeds for increasing challenge.

**Highlights:** Classic action puzzle gameplay, Clear bugs with colored bombs, Match four or more for elimination, 21 levels of difficulty, 3 different speeds

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Music | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Quell Zen+ free?

Quell Zen+ costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Bug Bomber free?

Bug Bomber costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Quell Zen+ or Bug Bomber?

Quell Zen+ is rated higher. Quell Zen+ averages 5.0 out of 5 from 142 ratings, while Bug Bomber averages 4.4 from 43 ratings.

### Do Quell Zen+ or Bug Bomber have ads?

Neither Quell Zen+ nor Bug Bomber shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Quell Zen+ or Bug Bomber?

Quell Zen+ ships an update every 21 months, and Bug Bomber every 3 months. Most recently, Quell Zen+ was updated on October 24, 2026 and Bug Bomber on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*