# Proloquo vs Understanding Zoe

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Understanding Zoe at 90% against Proloquo's 46%. Understanding Zoe also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (15.4 vs 18.0). Proloquo's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 3.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Proloquo sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Understanding Zoe sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Proloquo holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Proloquo has 148 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Proloquo's written reviews are positive against 90% of Understanding Zoe's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Proloquo ships an update every 6 weeks, Understanding Zoe every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Proloquo | Understanding Zoe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (148 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proloquo/id1521978238/reviews)** | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/understanding-zoe/id6742121622/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **148** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 46.4% of reviews | **89.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 503 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [AssistiveWare](https://appshunter.io/developer/308368167) | [Understanding Zoe Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796953652) |

## What reviewers say

### Proloquo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/proloquo/id1521978238)

This app provides an intuitive and efficient Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solution for users of all ages. It facilitates language development and effective communication with features like quick access to words, a search function, and a unique Thinking Space for early communicators. It also offers a full keyboard with word prediction and expert guidance through an accompanying coach.

**Highlights:** Intuitive and easy-to-use interface, Quick access to frequently used words, Search function for effortless word finding, Focus Mode™ for targeted word emphasis, Thinking Space™ for early communicators (iPad only), Extensive vocabulary with Related Words™, Full keyboard with word prediction, Proloquo Coach for expert guidance

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $99.99 | per year |


### Understanding Zoe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/understanding-zoe/id6742121622)

This app supports caregivers of neurodivergent children with personalized tools and expert insights. Track progress, access daily tips, and learn new strategies to help your child thrive. It centralizes important information and facilitates communication with your support network.

**Highlights:** Personalized guidance and strategies, Centralized resource for diagnosis and notes, Progress tracking for milestones and behaviors, Support village for sharing updates, Weekly reports (coming soon), Community support (coming soon)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Understanding Zoe Monthly Plan | $10.00 | per month |
| Annual | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Proloquo free?

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

### Is Understanding Zoe free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Proloquo or Understanding Zoe?

Proloquo is rated higher. Proloquo averages 4.0 out of 5 from 148 ratings, while Understanding Zoe averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Proloquo or Understanding Zoe have ads?

Understanding Zoe shows ads; Proloquo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Proloquo or Understanding Zoe?

Proloquo ships an update every 6 weeks, and Understanding Zoe every 2 months. Most recently, Proloquo was updated on November 3, 2026 and Understanding Zoe on October 30, 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.*