# Chain Cube vs Zoopolis

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Chain Cube at 30K against Zoopolis's 339. Chain Cube also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Zoopolis's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Chain Cube sells 35 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Zoopolis sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Zoopolis holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chain Cube has 30K ratings behind it against 339, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Chain Cube's written reviews are positive against 31% of Zoopolis's.

Chain Cube ships an update every 3 weeks, Zoopolis every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Chain Cube | Zoopolis |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chain-cube-2048-number-match/id1493199883/reviews) | **[4.5 (339 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoopolis-evolution-clicker/id1507180749/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 339 |
| Positive reviews | 27.6% of reviews | **30.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 313 MB | 180 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AI Games FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478916023) | [Azur Interactive Games Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1296347323) |

## What reviewers say

### Chain Cube

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chain-cube-2048-number-match/id1493199883)

A 3D puzzle game where you drop numbered blocks to merge them and reach higher scores. Experience realistic physics as blocks bounce and fall, challenging you to solve number puzzles and unlock new skins.

**Highlights:** 3D block merging gameplay, Realistic physics simulation, Intuitive controls, Unlockable skins, High score challenges, Brain teaser puzzles

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

**In-app purchases (35)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vip status (1 week) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Vip status (1 month) | $19.99 | per month |
| Vip status (1 year) | $99.99 | per year |
| Diamonds Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Huggy Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Squid Game Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skip’Its Bundle 10 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Summer pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Treasure Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Space Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Videogame Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Chess Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Candies Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Magic Forest Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Egypt Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Rainbow Friends Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Christmas Gifts Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Santa Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Valentines Day Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Football Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Christmas Fire Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dinosaur Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Sushi Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Music Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Photo Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Books Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Penguins Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Minecraft Weapon Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| No ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skip’Its Bundle 30 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Nature Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Hobbies Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Skip’Its Bundle max | $19.99 | one-time |
| Skip’Its Bundle 100 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All! | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Satisfying visuals
- ⏱️ Great time-killer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads even after paid upgrade
- 🔁 Repetitive congratulatory popups
- 🤯 Impossible to lose

**Reported bugs**

- Game resets high scores without warning
- Paid ad-free version still shows ads

**Requested features**

- More challenging gameplay modes
- Ability to turn off congratulatory popups
- Progress tracking and achievements


### Zoopolis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoopolis-evolution-clicker/id1507180749)

Merge animals to create new creatures and populate diverse islands. Unlock all animals through research and enjoy simple, entertaining gameplay suitable for all ages.

**Highlights:** Merge animals to create new creatures, Unlock animals on various islands, Research animals to discover them all, Travel across multiple themed islands, Simple and entertaining gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold Membership | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Starter pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gems pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| No ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gems pack 2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gems pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Great graphics and visual design
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay mechanics
- 🐾 Cute animal characters and animations
- 🎵 Good background music
- 👨‍👧 Family-friendly entertainment for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- 📺 Excessive ads throughout gameplay
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay loop
- ⏱️ Game takes too long to progress
- 🎮 Limited endgame content and progression

**Reported bugs**

- Hamster code not updating or showing as expired
- Hamster icon disappears during gameplay
- Game freezes after entering hamster key code
- App crashes on load (especially on iPhone)
- Game crashes when popping bubbles

**Requested features**

- Add more maps and levels
- Cross-device progress saving/syncing
- Scaling animal monetary values with collection size
- New map: Australia with unique animals
- End-game cutscene and completion celebration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chain Cube free?

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

### Is Zoopolis free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Chain Cube or Zoopolis?

Zoopolis is rated higher. Chain Cube averages 4.3 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while Zoopolis averages 4.5 from 339 ratings.

### Do Chain Cube or Zoopolis have ads?

Both Chain Cube and Zoopolis show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Chain Cube or Zoopolis?

Chain Cube ships an update every 3 weeks, and Zoopolis every 2 months. Most recently, Chain Cube was updated on October 20, 2026 and Zoopolis on October 5, 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.*