# Save the Zacks vs Sticky Struggles

The clearest difference is rating: Sticky Struggles at 5.0 against Save the Zacks's 3.4. Sticky Struggles also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Save the Zacks's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Save the Zacks sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Sticky Struggles sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sticky Struggles holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Save the Zacks has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Save the Zacks's written reviews are positive against 100% of Sticky Struggles's.

Save the Zacks ships an update every 2 months, Sticky Struggles every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Save the Zacks | Sticky Struggles |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-the-zacks/id1229348232/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-struggles/id1658302212/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 77 MB | 173 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bytesize Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/899707473) | [Paction Games ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585863957) |

## What reviewers say

### Save the Zacks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-the-zacks/id1229348232)

Guide adorable Zacks to safety by digging tunnels and tilting your device to alter gravity. Navigate through hazardous environments filled with monsters, lasers, and lava. Enjoy a unique, ad-free experience with soothing music and compete on leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Dig underground pathways, Tilt device to change gravity, Avoid monsters and hazards, Leaderboard competition, Minimalistic design, Soothing music

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Technopia | $0.99 | one-time |
| Volcavious | $0.99 | one-time |


### Sticky Struggles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sticky-struggles/id1658302212)

This puzzle game challenges players to strategically move blocks that stick to them until placed correctly. With over 50 levels, achievements, and both 2D and 3D views, it offers a relaxing yet engaging experience. Play offline and enjoy a minimalist design with calming music.

**Highlights:** Sticky block mechanics, 50+ challenging levels, Unlockable bonus levels, Achievements to earn, Minimalist design with relaxing music, 2D and 3D view toggle, Offline play

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Bundle 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle 3 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle 4 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle 5 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle 6 | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Save the Zacks free?

Save the Zacks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Sticky Struggles free?

Sticky Struggles is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Save the Zacks or Sticky Struggles?

Sticky Struggles is rated higher. Save the Zacks averages 3.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Sticky Struggles averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Save the Zacks or Sticky Struggles have ads?

Sticky Struggles shows ads; Save the Zacks does not.

### Which is updated more often, Save the Zacks or Sticky Struggles?

Save the Zacks ships an update every 2 months, and Sticky Struggles every 3 weeks. Most recently, Save the Zacks was updated on October 24, 2026 and Sticky Struggles 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.*