# Short Text vs ZZUGO

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Short Text at none against ZZUGO's 10. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ZZUGO sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Short Text asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Short Text against 4.8 for ZZUGO. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 12 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Short Text | ZZUGO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-text/id1576620423/reviews) | **[4.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zzugo/id6755040834/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **16** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.4** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Denton Kollar](https://appshunter.io/developer/775306928) | [WireFas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1467382155) |

## What reviewers say

### Short Text

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-text/id1576620423)

This app helps you easily shorten or expand text messages. It features intelligent algorithms for fast conversions, a database of abbreviations, and the ability to recognize text from photos. Customize your preferences and share your converted text across various platforms.

**Highlights:** Shorten and expand text, Intelligent algorithms, Database of abbreviations, Text recognition from photos, Customizable settings, Share converted text

**In-app purchases:** none


### ZZUGO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zzugo/id6755040834)

Connect globally with real-time translation for messaging and calls. Share moments, send gifts, and enhance your communication experience. Upgrade to a business account for enhanced features and promotion.

**Highlights:** Automatic real-time translation, Crystal-clear voice and video calls, Instant messaging, In-app wallet with Coins for gifts, Business User accounts with story promotion, Verified badge for subscribers

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $5.99 | per month |
| 10 coin | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50 coin | $4.99 | one-time |
| 20000 Reaches | $7.99 | one-time |
| 100 coin | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30000 Reaches | $12.99 | one-time |
| 250 coin | $24.99 | one-time |
| 100000 Reaches | $39.99 | one-time |
| 500 coin | $49.99 | one-time |
| 200000 Reaches | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Short Text free?

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

### Is ZZUGO free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Short Text or ZZUGO?

ZZUGO is rated higher. Short Text averages 4.8 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while ZZUGO averages 4.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do Short Text or ZZUGO have ads?

Neither Short Text nor ZZUGO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Short Text or ZZUGO?

Short Text ships an update every 5 days, and ZZUGO every 5 days. Most recently, Short Text was updated on June 1, 2026 and ZZUGO on September 21, 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.*