# Z vs PlantWave

The clearest difference is rating: Z at 4.8 against PlantWave's 4.3. Z also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (83% vs 65%). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PlantWave sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Z asks for nothing beyond the download.

Z holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Z has 433 ratings behind it against 57, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Z's written reviews are positive against 65% of PlantWave's.

Z ships an update every 2 months, PlantWave every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Z | PlantWave |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (433 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/z-app/id1509263287/reviews)** | [4.3 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plantwave/id1509782226/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **433** | 57 |
| Positive reviews | **83.3% of reviews** | 64.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 17 MB | 196 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Allt Hitt ehf](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509263286) | [Data Garden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1311033869) |

## What reviewers say

### Z

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/z-app/id1509263287)

Generate audio frequencies for personal wellness and experimental use. Explore over 1300 sequences for frequency-based practices on your mobile device. This app is for wellness exploration and is not a medical device.

**Highlights:** Rife frequency generator, Over 1300 sequences, Audio frequency generation, Wellness exploration, Mobile and tablet use

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing support for health
- 👍 Help that is accessible
- 🤯 Astounded me
- 📚 Comprehensive List!
- 💫 Love it!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frozen during session
- 🐛 Frozen
- 🐛 Doesn't stay on
- 🐛 Not working
- 🐛 Stopped playing sound

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing during session
- Stopping playback when interrupted
- Compatibility issues with newer OS
- Lack of TMJ frequency
- Unexpected volume adjustments

**Requested features**

- Sawtooth tone
- Multiple frequencies
- Play controls
- Dark mode
- Back button


### PlantWave

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plantwave/id1509782226)

This app allows you to listen to music generated by plants through a connected device or from a global network of other users. You can customize the instrumentation and use the experience for relaxation and mindfulness.

**Highlights:** Listen to plant music, Stream from global network, Choose instrument groups, Relaxation tool, Mindfulness aid

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PlantWave Plus | $3.99 | per month |
| PlantWave Pro | $8.99 | per month |
| PlantWave Plus (Annual) | $34.99 | per year |
| PlantWave Pro (Annual) | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Z free?

Z is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PlantWave free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Z or PlantWave?

Z is rated higher. Z averages 4.8 out of 5 from 433 ratings, while PlantWave averages 4.3 from 57 ratings.

### Do Z or PlantWave have ads?

Neither Z nor PlantWave shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Z or PlantWave?

Z ships an update every 2 months, and PlantWave every 5 weeks. Most recently, Z was updated on September 22, 2026 and PlantWave on September 7, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*