Comparison

Horizon Blue vs Zen Leaf+

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

Head to head
About

Horizon Blue

Access your health plan details, find care providers, and connect with member services. View benefits, coverage, and ID cards, track costs, and submit claims. This app is designed for Horizon members to manage their healthcare easily.

Highlights
  • View benefits and coverage
  • Connect with doctors virtually
  • Access and share ID card
  • Find in-network providers
  • Track out-of-pocket costs
  • Submit medical claims
Features
Currently charting
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The Horizon Blue app makes it easy to access your health plan information. Plus you can find care and connect with Horizon member services. The app is intended for use by Horizon members. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. The Horizon Blue app is free and lets you: • View your benefits and coverage details. • Visit with a doctor • View, download and share your ID card • Find in-network doctors, hospitals and other health care professionals • Track your out-of-pocket costs • Submit medical claims

About

Zen Leaf+

Order ahead, pay, and earn rewards at your local dispensary. Track your purchases, unlock exclusive deals, and connect with customer service in real-time. Available for Zen Leaf customers in select states.

Highlights
  • Order ahead
  • In-app payment with Aeropay
  • Earn rewards points
  • Track order status
  • Real-time customer service chat
  • Tiered loyalty program
Features
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Order ahead, pay, and earn rewards, all in one place. The Zen Leaf+ app is the easiest way to make the most out of your local cannabis dispensary visit. Rewards are baked into your shopping experience, so you don't just make purchases - you earn points towards exclusive deals and discounts with each visit. SHOP & PAY Shop and pay with Aeropay directly in the app. When you visit the dispensary, just show your Cannabis Advisor your order QR code. REWARDS THAT GO FURTHER Join the Cabbage Club and earn points on every purchase. Collect points for every dollar you spend, unlock tiered perks, and enjoy members-only rewards like early access to drops, exclusive discounts, and special birthday treats. Track your points, tier status, and rewards anytime—right in the app. CONNECT WITH CUSTOMER SERVICE Have a question for the dispensary about your order? Chat with the dispensary directly, in real-time. TRACK YOUR ORDER IN REAL-TIME From order packing to ready for pickup, track your purchase each step of the way. Download the Zen Leaf app today for the quickest and easiest shopping and Rewards experience.

Screenshots

Horizon Blue4 screens
Zen Leaf+4 screens

Verdict

The call

Horizon Blue and Zen Leaf+ both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 77% of Zen Leaf+'s written reviews are positive against 37% of Horizon Blue's. Zen Leaf+ also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Horizon Blue's advantage is chart position (#164 vs unranked) and ratings volume (79K vs 17K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Horizon Blue against 4.9 for Zen Leaf+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 79K and 17K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of Horizon Blue's written reviews are positive against 77% of Zen Leaf+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Horizon Blue versus Zen Leaf+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHorizon BlueZen Leaf+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (79K ratings)4.9 (17K ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.9% of reviews77.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings79K — better17K
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#164 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size97 MB72 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperHorizon Healthcare Services IncZen Leaf Technologies

Customer experience

Horizon Blue

All ratings78,954 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews157 reviews
Positive36.9%
Neutral10.2%
Negative52.9%

Zen Leaf+

All ratings15,794 ratings
Positive98.7%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.5%
Written reviews204 reviews
Positive77.5%
Neutral2.5%
Negative20.1%

User reviews

Horizon Blue

From 79K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Convenient app features
  • 🚀 Quick access to insurance information
  • 💡 Helpful nurse chat option
  • 🔒 Secure with ID card sharing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🔍 Unreliable provider search
  • 💳 Issues with payments and billing
  • 🕰️ Slow app performance

Zen Leaf+

From 17K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Friendly and helpful staff
  • 💨 Great product selection
  • 🛒 Convenient online ordering and pickup
  • 💰 Good pricing and promotions

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Geographic restrictions preventing app usage
  • 🤔 Lack of transparency around app availability in certain states
  • 🔍 Inconsistent information between website and app

Bugs and requests

Horizon Blue

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login issues with passcode/biometrics
  • Inability to upload documents/photos
  • Telehealth feature not functioning
  • Incorrect/outdated provider information

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add Face ID/Touch ID login
  • Improve doctor/provider search
  • Streamline payment process
  • Provide more detailed coverage information

Zen Leaf+

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Order cancellations without clear explanation
  • Linking issues with Google account names

Requested features

3 requests
  • Improved app compatibility across all legal states
  • More detailed product information (THC levels, terpenes, etc.)
  • Push notifications for sales and deals

In-app purchases

None

Horizon Blue

No in-app purchases

None

Zen Leaf+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Horizon Blue free?
Horizon Blue is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zen Leaf+ free?
Zen Leaf+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Horizon Blue or Zen Leaf+?
Zen Leaf+ is rated higher. Horizon Blue averages 4.8 out of 5 from 79K ratings, while Zen Leaf+ averages 4.9 from 17K ratings.
Do Horizon Blue or Zen Leaf+ have ads?
Neither Horizon Blue nor Zen Leaf+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Horizon Blue or Zen Leaf+?
Horizon Blue ships an update monthly, and Zen Leaf+ monthly. Most recently, Horizon Blue was updated on October 30, 2026 and Zen Leaf+ on October 30, 2026.

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