# PZ vs Schwarzwälder Bote

The clearest difference is ads: Schwarzwälder Bote at none against PZ's shown. Schwarzwälder Bote also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 46%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PZ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Schwarzwälder Bote sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $12.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PZ | Schwarzwälder Bote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 45.7% of reviews | **54.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [J. Esslinger GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/436313519) | [NPG Digital GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/409984916) |

## What reviewers say

### PZ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pz/id453222591)

Access local news, in-depth analysis, and interactive stories from Pforzheim and the surrounding region. Read the digital newspaper and browse an extensive archive dating back to 1949. Stay updated with breaking news and multimedia content.

**Highlights:** Local news and analysis, Digital newspaper (E-Paper), Interactive multimedia content, Daily updated crossword puzzle, Digital newspaper archive, Push notifications for breaking news

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Plus | $7.99 | per month |
| App Digital | $26.49 | per month |
| PZ Ausgabe vom 03.11.2012 | $0.99 | one-time |
| PZ Ausgabe Mühlacker vom 28.12.2016 | $0.99 | one-time |
| PZ Ausgabe Pforzheim vom 29.12.2016 | $0.99 | one-time |
| PZ Ausgabe Mühlacker vom 29.12.2016 | $0.99 | one-time |
| PZ Ausgabe Pforzheim vom 30.12.2016 | $0.99 | one-time |
| PZ Ausgabe Mühlacker vom 30.12.2016 | $0.99 | one-time |
| PZ Ausgabe Pforzheim vom 31.12.2016 | $0.99 | one-time |
| PZ Ausgabe Mühlacker vom 31.12.2016 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ihre Einzelausgabe der PZ. | $0.99 | one-time |


### Schwarzwälder Bote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/schwarzwalder-bote/id545166898)

Access your daily digital newspaper with a faithful reproduction of the print edition. Enjoy optimized reading interfaces, adjustable text sizes, and a read-aloud feature. Download issues for offline access and browse a 30-day archive.

**Highlights:** Daily complete newspaper edition, Optimized reading interface, Adjustable font sizes, Read-aloud function, Offline access, 30-day archive

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SB Plus Monatsabo | $12.00 | per month |
| SB Plus Jahresabo | $12.00 | per month |
| Schwarzwälder Bote R1O | $29.90 | per month |
| Schwarzwälder Bote C3 | $34.90 | per month |
| SB Monatsabo | $34.90 | per month |
| Schwarzwälder Bote C3 | $99.99 | per 3 months |
| Schwarzwälder Bote A3 Einzelkauf | $1.99 | one-time |
| Schwarzwälder Bote B4 Einzelkauf | $1.99 | one-time |
| Schwarzwälder Bote C1 Einzelkauf | $1.99 | one-time |
| Schwarzwälder Bote R1O Einzelkauf | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe | $1.99 | one-time |
| SB Einzelausgabe | $1.99 | one-time |
| Schwarzwälder Bote Extra | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PZ free?

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

### Is Schwarzwälder Bote free?

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

### Do PZ or Schwarzwälder Bote have ads?

PZ shows ads; Schwarzwälder Bote does not.

### Which is updated more often, PZ or Schwarzwälder Bote?

PZ ships an update every 3 months, and Schwarzwälder Bote every 3 months. Most recently, PZ was updated on September 25, 2026 and Schwarzwälder Bote on September 27, 2026.

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