# LifeAfter vs Once Human

The clearest difference is rating: Once Human at 4.6 against LifeAfter's 4.0. Once Human also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#46 vs #171). LifeAfter's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LifeAfter sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Once Human sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Once Human holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18K and 17K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of LifeAfter's written reviews are positive against 57% of Once Human's.

LifeAfter ships an update every 3 weeks, Once Human monthly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LifeAfter | Once Human |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeafter/id1441752845/reviews) | **[4.6 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-human/id1573906210/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 17K |
| Positive reviews | 53.0% of reviews | **57.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #171 | **#46** |
| Size | 3.7 GB | 3.7 GB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [NetEase Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/874255382) | [NETEASE INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PTE. LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1485225410) |

## What reviewers say

### LifeAfter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifeafter/id1441752845)

**Currently charting:** #171 Top Grossing · Adventure (US App Store)

Explore a vast post-apocalyptic world filled with dangers and opportunities. Scavenge, build, and survive against zombies and harsh environments. Connect with other survivors to rebuild society and face new threats, or embrace a half-zombie existence.

**Highlights:** Vast open-world exploration, Resource scavenging and building, Zombie invasion defense, Cooperative survival with friends, Half-zombie 'Revenant' gameplay

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 小把信用点 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 基础定制礼包 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 中级定制礼包 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 中把信用点 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 联盟会员 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 小袋信用点 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 中袋信用点 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 希望基金 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 小箱信用点 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 中箱信用点 | $46.99 | one-time |
| 超大箱信用点 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Immersive graphics
- 💡 Unique survival mechanics
- 🤝 Engaging community

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🕹️ Clunky controls
- 🕰️ Slow progression without spending

**Reported bugs**

- Zombies resetting health when player moves away
- Inability to loot weapons from defeated enemies
- Glitches with resource transfer between devices

**Requested features**

- Offline single-player campaign
- Ability to change character appearance
- Improved quest tracking system
- Shared housing/base building with friends


### Once Human

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/once-human/id1573906210)

**Currently charting:** #46 Top Free · Adventure, #51 Top Grossing · Adventure, #55 Top Free · Role Playing, #115 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a multiplayer survival adventure in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by an alien substance. Team up with friends to battle monstrous creatures, build a sanctuary, and uncover the truth behind the world's collapse. Harness supernatural powers to fight, rebuild, or dominate.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer open-world survival, Post-apocalyptic setting, Base building and customization, Battle monstrous aberrations, Harness supernatural powers, Team up with friends, Collect and train Deviation Pals

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shining New Star Selection Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Abyssal Whale Dream Gift Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 Crystgin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Shining Newbie Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 330 Crystgin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Meta Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Advanced) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Upgrade) | $13.99 | one-time |
| 1090 Crystgin | $14.99 | one-time |
| Golden Accord: Astral Ride | $14.99 | one-time |
| Reward Covenant | $19.99 | one-time |
| Battle Pass (Deluxe) | $21.49 | one-time |
| Battle Pass  (Deluxe) | $23.99 | one-time |
| 2280 Crystgin | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3880 Crystgin | $49.99 | one-time |
| 7880 Crystgin | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game with immersive graphics
- 👍 Solid gameplay mechanics
- 💡 Unique and challenging features
- 🎮 Enjoyable on both PC and mobile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional performance and graphics issues
- 🔋 High storage requirements on mobile
- 🕹️ Lack of controller support on mobile

**Reported bugs**

- Network errors preventing login
- Stuck on character creation screen
- Persistent bugs with garage and storage

**Requested features**

- Improved mobile controls and responsiveness
- More customization options for character and base
- Seamless cross-platform progression


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LifeAfter free?

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

### Is Once Human free?

Once Human is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LifeAfter or Once Human?

Once Human is rated higher. LifeAfter averages 4.0 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Once Human averages 4.6 from 17K ratings.

### Do LifeAfter or Once Human have ads?

LifeAfter shows ads; Once Human does not.

### Which is updated more often, LifeAfter or Once Human?

LifeAfter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Once Human monthly. Most recently, LifeAfter was updated on September 24, 2026 and Once Human on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, LifeAfter or Once Human?

LifeAfter currently peaks at #171 in the App Store charts, and Once Human at #46. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*