# Zenless Zone Zero vs Monster Hunter Now

The clearest difference is rating: Monster Hunter Now at 4.7 against Zenless Zone Zero's 4.1. Monster Hunter Now also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zenless Zone Zero sells 17 one-off in-app purchases and Monster Hunter Now sells 21 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Monster Hunter Now holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22K and 49K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Zenless Zone Zero's written reviews are positive against 57% of Monster Hunter Now's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Zenless Zone Zero ships an update every 6 weeks, Monster Hunter Now fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zenless Zone Zero | Monster Hunter Now |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenless-zone-zero/id1606356401/reviews) | **[4.7 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-hunter-now/id6445906110/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 22K | **49K** |
| Positive reviews | **59.6% of reviews** | 57.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#40** | #92 |
| Size | 3.5 GB | 219 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1599719156) | [Scopely Explore, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1037205060) |

## What reviewers say

### Zenless Zone Zero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zenless-zone-zero/id1606356401)

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Grossing · Action, #64 Top Grossing · Role Playing, #101 Top Free · Role Playing, #206 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Embark on an urban fantasy adventure in a near-future world threatened by mysterious "Hollows." Assemble a squad, engage in fast-paced 3D combat, and explore a city teeming with diverse factions. Your role as a Proxy is crucial to navigating these dangerous dimensions and uncovering the secrets of this unique world.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced 3D combat, Squad building, Unique visual style, Engaging storyline, Faction interactions, Exploration of New Eridu

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monochrome ×60 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Eridu Welcome Gift | $0.99 | one-time |
| Limited Gift | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hollow Navigator Supply | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Bundle | $3.49 | one-time |
| Monochrome ×300 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Inter-Knot Membership | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sincere Invitation Gift | $4.99 | one-time |
| Growth Plan | $9.99 | one-time |
| Favored Invitation Gift | $9.99 | one-time |
| Monochrome ×980 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Limited Gift | $14.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive Invitation Gift | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium Plan | $19.99 | one-time |
| Monochrome ×1980 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Monochrome ×3280 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Monochrome ×6480 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth and fluid combat
- 👍 Unique and expressive character designs
- 🎨 Beautiful art style and animations
- 📚 Engaging story and character interactions
- 🎮 Satisfying parry and combo mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Overwhelming amount of dialogue and cutscenes
- 🔌 Game takes up a lot of storage space
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
- 🎮 Repetitive and monotonous gameplay loop
- 🕹️ Forced character swapping can disrupt flow

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on launch for some users
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
- Graphical glitches and visual bugs
- Progression-blocking bugs in story missions

**Requested features**

- More open-world exploration
- Streamlined progression and less grinding
- Improved optimization for older/lower-end devices
- Increased variety in gameplay modes and activities
- Addition of more male characters with diverse designs


### Monster Hunter Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monster-hunter-now/id6445906110)

**Currently charting:** #92 Top Grossing · Action, #144 Top Grossing · Role Playing (US App Store)

Embark on a real-world hunting adventure, tracking and battling iconic monsters. Team up with friends to take down formidable foes using crafted weapons and armor. Experience authentic hunting action adapted for mobile with AR features and quick, engaging 75-second hunts.

**Highlights:** Hunt monsters in the real world, Team up with fellow hunters, Craft powerful weapons and armor, AR Camera for monster encounters, 75-second hunt challenges, Adventure Sync for marking monsters

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 150 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Item Box Expansion | $1.99 | one-time |
| LNY 2026 Event Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| Spring Egg Bonus Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| 400 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 750 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter bundle pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack(7 Days Only) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Summer Hunt 2024 Ticket | $6.99 | one-time |
| Winter Hunt 2025 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Prime Hunter's Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| NY 2024 Bargain Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1,400 Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2,250 Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| Anniversary Gem Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| NY 2025 Bargain Gems | $14.99 | one-time |
| MH Now 2024 Global Ticket | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1st Anniversary Gem Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3,000 Gems | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Faithful Monster Hunter experience
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 🤝 Fun multiplayer
- 🌍 Engaging real-world exploration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Restrictive gameplay when moving
- 💰 Expensive microtransactions
- 🔍 Limited monster and resource spawns
- 🔍 Slow progression
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes during battles
- Login issues and lost progress
- Unresponsive controls
- Inconsistent GPS tracking

**Requested features**

- Ability to craft potions
- Wider search radius
- More weapon types
- Long-distance multiplayer
- Improved social features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zenless Zone Zero free?

Zenless Zone Zero is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Monster Hunter Now free?

Monster Hunter Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Zenless Zone Zero or Monster Hunter Now?

Monster Hunter Now is rated higher. Zenless Zone Zero averages 4.1 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Monster Hunter Now averages 4.7 from 49K ratings.

### Do Zenless Zone Zero or Monster Hunter Now have ads?

Zenless Zone Zero shows ads; Monster Hunter Now does not.

### Which is updated more often, Zenless Zone Zero or Monster Hunter Now?

Zenless Zone Zero ships an update every 6 weeks, and Monster Hunter Now fortnightly. Most recently, Zenless Zone Zero was updated on October 16, 2026 and Monster Hunter Now on October 16, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Zenless Zone Zero or Monster Hunter Now?

Zenless Zone Zero currently peaks at #40 in the App Store charts, and Monster Hunter Now at #92. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*