# NCT ZONE vs Puzzle SEVENTEEN

The clearest difference is ads: Puzzle SEVENTEEN at none against NCT ZONE's shown. Puzzle SEVENTEEN also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 53%) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NCT ZONE sells 83 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Puzzle SEVENTEEN sells 35 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Puzzle SEVENTEEN holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 2.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of NCT ZONE's written reviews are positive against 83% of Puzzle SEVENTEEN's.

NCT ZONE ships an update every 6 weeks, Puzzle SEVENTEEN every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NCT ZONE | Puzzle SEVENTEEN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nct-zone/id1625009101/reviews) | **[4.9 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puzzle-seventeen/id6736725852/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.5K | **2.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 53.0% of reviews | **83.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 222 MB | 654 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TakeOne Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1207719020) | [DRIMAGE Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617588027) |

## What reviewers say

### NCT ZONE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nct-zone/id1625009101)

Engage with your favorite K-pop idols in a unique game experience. Team up to battle nightmares, nurture relationships, collect exclusive content, and customize virtual spaces. Explore dream worlds and shape stories with the members.

**Highlights:** Team up with NCT members, Purify nightmares in KWANGYA, Nurture relationships with idols, Collect exclusive selfie photocards, Build and decorate NEOZONE, Explore member dreams, Shape personal stories

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (83)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NEOZONE Plus Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Relay Ticket 4 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 2) | $0.49 | one-time |
| 1 Special Bingo Stamp | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 18) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 17) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 16) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily  Basic Growth Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 15) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 15) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 14) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 14) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 13) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 13) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 12) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 11) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 11) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 9) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 9) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard Mode Challenge Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 7) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 7) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 5) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 5) | $0.99 | one-time |
| NCT ZONE Welcome Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kun's Birthday Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| JOHNNY's Birthday Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| JAEHYUN's Birthday Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2024 SEOLLAL lucky bag package | $2.99 | one-time |
| NCT Day Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lucky Neo Coin | $2.99 | one-time |
| 4 Special Bingo Stamp | $2.99 | one-time |
| NCT Release Day Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 9(Season 15) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 9(Season 14) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Thanks for being with us Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2024 Chuseok Lucky Pouch | $2.99 | one-time |
| Half Anniversary Lucky Box | $2.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bias Signal Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Energy Support Pacakge | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hard Mode Level Up Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super-Value Energy Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Level Up Package 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Crystal Perk | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo PASS Premium | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Co-Op Support Delivery Pack 3 | $8.99 | one-time |
| KWANGYA Story | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 14 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Ad Skip Coupon | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 8 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 7 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 6 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 4 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 3 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Culture Welcome Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| HELLO 2024 Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2024 SEOLLAL Card Growth Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2024 SEOLLAL Crystal Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| S-Value EXP Chip&Energy Pack 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1+2 Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Co-Op Update Crystal Pack 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1+3 Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1,100 + 88 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1+3 Support Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Event Energy Lucky Pacakge 2 | $13.49 | one-time |
| Event Energy Lucky Pacakge | $13.49 | one-time |
| Bias Pass Season2 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Growth Neo PASS VIP 5 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Growth Neo PASS VIP 4 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Bias Pass | $17.99 | one-time |
| KWANGYA Story 2 | $17.99 | one-time |
| LOG in SEOUL On-site PKG | $19.99 | one-time |
| Neo PASS VIP | $26.99 | one-time |
| White Royal Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Valentine Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Steampunk Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| After School Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Good Night Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| NEW YEAR with NEW WISH | $29.99 | one-time |
| X'mas Draw Support PKG | $29.99 | one-time |
| Summer Holiday Draw Pack | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Great game
- 💕 Cute characters
- 🎨 Fun customization
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- ⏱️ Slow loading times
- 🔍 Confusing UI
- 🔋 High battery usage

**Reported bugs**

- Glitches in Neo Zone
- Disappearing items and resources
- Unresponsive controls
- Login and loading issues

**Requested features**

- Add NCT Wish members
- Improve decoration options
- Add batch processing for tasks
- Optimize performance


### Puzzle SEVENTEEN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/puzzle-seventeen/id6736725852)

Engage in a match-3 puzzle adventure featuring adorable chibi characters of the K-pop group SEVENTEEN. Collect cards, customize member rooms, and enjoy the game's music and stories designed for fans.

**Highlights:** Match-3 puzzle gameplay, Collectible SEVENTEEN member cards, Customizable member mini-rooms, SEVENTEEN K-pop music integration, Seasonal events and rewards, SD character customization

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (35)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Weekly Package(x2) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Package(x2) | $0.99 | one-time |
| BOOMBOOM Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold x1300 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gold x1300(x2) | $1.99 | one-time |
| MY DAY Combo 4 | $2.99 | one-time |
| MY DAWN Combo 4 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dream Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Shining Package | $3.99 | one-time |
| Weekend Ease Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Back Package(x2) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gold x6000 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 10-Year Cake Package | $7.99 | one-time |
| MANSAE Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| BOOmily Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Holiday Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Oh My Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| SEVONG Company Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sleepless Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10-Year Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10-Year Package(2) | $9.99 | one-time |
| MANSAE Package(x2) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Trainee Dorm | $12.99 | one-time |
| Gold x13000 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Nice Package | $19.99 | one-time |
| MY DAY Combo 28 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 10-Year Birthday Cafe | $21.99 | one-time |
| WOOZI's Space Factory | $25.99 | one-time |
| MINGYU's Modern Studio | $25.99 | one-time |
| MY DAY Combo 40 | $49.99 | one-time |
| MY DAWN Combo 40 | $49.99 | one-time |
| HIT Package(x2) | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Funny storyline
- 👍 Easy to understand and navigate
- 👍 Cute and fun puzzle game
- 👍 Comfort and stress relief
- 👍 Bright and interactive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NCT ZONE free?

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

### Is Puzzle SEVENTEEN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NCT ZONE or Puzzle SEVENTEEN?

Puzzle SEVENTEEN is rated higher. NCT ZONE averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Puzzle SEVENTEEN averages 4.9 from 2.7K ratings.

### Do NCT ZONE or Puzzle SEVENTEEN have ads?

NCT ZONE shows ads; Puzzle SEVENTEEN does not.

### Which is updated more often, NCT ZONE or Puzzle SEVENTEEN?

NCT ZONE ships an update every 6 weeks, and Puzzle SEVENTEEN every 2 months. Most recently, NCT ZONE was updated on September 23, 2026 and Puzzle SEVENTEEN on September 23, 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.*