# 네이트 (nate) vs 줌(zum)

The clearest difference is rating: 줌(zum) at 4.5 against 네이트 (nate)'s 2.2. 줌(zum) also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 53%) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). 네이트 (nate)'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

줌(zum) holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 줌(zum) has 188 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of 네이트 (nate)'s written reviews are positive against 84% of 줌(zum)'s.

네이트 (nate) ships an update monthly, 줌(zum) weekly. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 네이트 (nate) | 줌(zum) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nate/id402681762/reviews) | **[4.5 (188 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zum-and/id767175312/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **188** |
| Positive reviews | 52.6% of reviews | **83.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 886 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [NATE Communications Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/346128080) | [ESTaid Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/580799546) |

## What reviewers say

### 네이트 (nate)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nate/id402681762)

Access a variety of useful services and fun content from the platform on your mobile device. This application provides easy access to all mobile services, allowing you to experience diverse and engaging content firsthand. It is free to download and use.

**Highlights:** Access to various services, Mobile-first experience, Diverse and fun content, Integrated platform features, Easy navigation

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Integrated all-in-one platform (news, forums, mail, etc.)
- 🚀 Fast loading and smooth performance (older reviews)
- 📰 Comprehensive Korean news coverage
- 💬 Active community with engaging comments
- 🎨 Clean and intuitive interface design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and app closures
- ⚠️ Persistent login issues and unexpected logouts
- 🔄 Navigation requires multiple back button presses
- ⏱️ Slow performance and lag
- 🔧 Excessive and unnecessary updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Login screen freezes and repeated login loops
- Forced logouts during browsing
- Navigation lag (2-3 second delays)
- Page refresh issues when returning to home

**Requested features**

- Dark mode implementation
- Automatic login persistence
- iPad resolution support optimization
- Thumbnail images in news articles
- News sorting by upload time


### 줌(zum)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zum-and/id767175312)

Access investment information, real-time news, trending searches, and lifestyle content all in one place. Discover a wide range of stories and engaging content to enrich your daily life.

**Highlights:** Real-time stock and cryptocurrency prices, Expert investment insights, Up-to-the-minute news updates, TV program highlights, Sports news, Lifestyle content (health, food, travel), Trending search terms

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and simple UI
- 🚀 Fast and light app
- 📰 Easy news viewing
- 📈 Convenient investment information
- 💡 Useful IPO and meeting schedules

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Real-time search function removed
- 📉 Difficulty reading articles (low readability)
- 🔄 Search results require scrolling
- 🚫 Kakao login not working on iPhone
- ⏳ Loading issues on some screens

**Reported bugs**

- Game rewards missing in other apps, but not in Zum
- Real-time search only appears, rest of the page keeps loading
- Screen not showing content
- Notifications not working on iOS 13
- Back button resets to hot issues

**Requested features**

- Restore real-time search function
- Improve article readability
- Separate articles and bulletin boards clearly
- Add tab separation for search results
- Add secret mode for web browsing


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 네이트 (nate) free?

네이트 (nate) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 줌(zum) free?

줌(zum) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, 네이트 (nate) or 줌(zum)?

줌(zum) is rated higher. 네이트 (nate) averages 2.2 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while 줌(zum) averages 4.5 from 188 ratings.

### Do 네이트 (nate) or 줌(zum) have ads?

Both 네이트 (nate) and 줌(zum) show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 네이트 (nate) or 줌(zum)?

네이트 (nate) ships an update monthly, and 줌(zum) weekly. Most recently, 네이트 (nate) was updated on November 6, 2026 and 줌(zum) on November 6, 2026.

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