# Stick Squad vs Dead Zed

The clearest difference is ads: Stick Squad at none against Dead Zed's shown. Stick Squad also leads on review sentiment (88% vs 71%) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stick Squad sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Dead Zed sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Stick Squad holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 3.6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Stick Squad's written reviews are positive against 71% of Dead Zed's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stick Squad | Dead Zed |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-squad-battlegrounds/id1194061779/reviews)** | [4.6 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-zed/id1354745865/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | **3.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **88.3% of reviews** | 70.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 81 MB | 385 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [FDG Entertainment GmbH & Co.KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/669512574) | [Not Doppler](https://appshunter.io/developer/554937502) |

## What reviewers say

### Stick Squad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stick-squad-battlegrounds/id1194061779)

Join a sniper crew on a global mission to save the world in this action-packed shooter. Engage in fast-paced combat or precise long-range eliminations with a vast arsenal of upgradable weapons. Experience a humorous story with character customization and slow-motion effects.

**Highlights:** Engaging story with humor, Over 30 diverse missions, 20+ weapons with upgrades, Character customization, Slow-motion and bullet time effects, Facebook friend competition

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pile of coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Supply of Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Supply of Stamina | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Package of Stamina | $1.99 | one-time |
| Crate of Hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| Endless Crate of Stamina | $3.99 | one-time |
| Vault of Coins | $5.99 | one-time |
| Elite Bundle - Sale | $6.99 | one-time |
| Elite Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🔫 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 💎 Hidden gem
- 🎯 Satisfying sniper mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Battery/energy recharge issues
- 🔋 Energy doesn't refill when app is closed
- 🤑 Monetization/pay-to-play concerns
- 🤬 Inappropriate language for 12+ rating

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen issue when starting the game
- Ads not working properly for energy refills
- Inconsistent headshot mechanics

**Requested features**

- Bring back previous Stick Squad games
- Add more missions and updates
- Improve energy/battery recharge system
- Consider increasing age rating for language


### Dead Zed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-zed/id1354745865)

Defend your base against relentless zombie hordes in this action-packed shooter. Unlock and upgrade a variety of weapons, from handguns to sniper rifles, to build your ultimate arsenal. Progress through diverse, increasingly dangerous locations as you fight for survival.

**Highlights:** Zombie shooting gameplay, Base defense mechanics, Weapon unlocking and upgrades, Multiple weapon types, Progression through new locations, Horde survival challenges

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Coinz Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coinz Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gold Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Coinz Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Gold Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Coinz Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Gold Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun
- 🚀 Smooth controls
- 👍 Good graphics
- 🚀 Lots of guns and upgrades

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Repetitive gameplay
- 💰 Monetization issues (too many ads, expensive in-app purchases)
- 🔒 Lack of features from previous versions (survivors, looting, etc.)

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing issues with ads
- Weapon accuracy and damage inconsistencies
- Progression halted at certain levels

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Weapon customization options
- Multiplayer mode
- Improved survivor/base management system
- Ability to spend accumulated credits


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stick Squad free?

Stick Squad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dead Zed free?

Dead Zed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Stick Squad or Dead Zed?

Stick Squad is rated higher. Stick Squad averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Dead Zed averages 4.6 from 3.6K ratings.

### Do Stick Squad or Dead Zed have ads?

Dead Zed shows ads; Stick Squad does not.

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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.*