# Ark Runner vs Zookemon

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ark Runner at none against Zookemon's 11. Ark Runner also leads on ads (none vs shown). Zookemon's advantage is ratings volume (46K vs 4) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zookemon sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Ark Runner asks for nothing beyond the download.

Zookemon holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Zookemon has 46K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Ark Runner's written reviews are positive against 55% of Zookemon's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ark Runner | Zookemon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ark-runner/id1588580668/reviews) | **[4.7 (46K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zookemon/id1593869420/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **46K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **54.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 132 MB | 220 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Thaddeus Brewer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588580670) | [HOMA GAMES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1508492426) |

## What reviewers say

### Ark Runner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ark-runner/id1588580668)

An engaging and educational game where children help Noah gather animals for the Ark. Players run and collect creatures in a fun, interactive environment.

**Highlights:** Animal collection gameplay, Educational content, Kid-friendly interface, Interactive environment, Noah's Ark theme

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Zookemon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zookemon/id1593869420)

Explore a vibrant world filled with diverse animals to tame and collect. Build the ultimate team and discover rare, legendary creatures. Become a renowned zoo tycoon by showcasing your collection.

**Highlights:** Explore a new world, Tame a variety of animals, Build the best team, Find legendary animals, Become a zoo tycoon

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Animal - Cerberus | $1.99 | one-time |
| Animal - Dragon | $1.99 | one-time |
| Animal - Chinese dragon | $1.99 | one-time |
| Animal - Leviathan | $1.99 | one-time |
| Animal - Phoenix | $1.99 | one-time |
| No ads! | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium pack of reward tickets | $3.99 | one-time |
| Mythical pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dragons pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dinosaurs Island Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🐯 Cute animals
- 👍 Fun gameplay
- 🌟 Engaging experience
- 💎 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Too many ads
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Lack of content and progression
- 🔌 Performance issues

**Reported bugs**

- Progress reset after crashes
- Glitches with evolving and fighting
- Inconsistent egg hatching timers

**Requested features**

- More islands and levels
- Ability to customize pets
- Improved progression system
- Reduced ads or ad-free option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ark Runner free?

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

### Is Zookemon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Ark Runner or Zookemon?

Zookemon is rated higher. Ark Runner averages 4.5 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Zookemon averages 4.7 from 46K ratings.

### Do Ark Runner or Zookemon have ads?

Zookemon shows ads; Ark Runner does not.

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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.*