# PZ vs NUSSBAUM

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NUSSBAUM at none against PZ's 11. NUSSBAUM also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PZ sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. NUSSBAUM asks for nothing beyond the download.

PZ ships an update every 3 months, NUSSBAUM every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PZ | NUSSBAUM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 45.7% of reviews | **46.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 33 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [J. Esslinger GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/436313519) | [Nussbaum Medien St. Leon-Rot GmbH & Co.KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1246247044) |

## 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 |


### NUSSBAUM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nussbaum/id6450697008)

Discover local life in Baden-Württemberg with up-to-date news, events, and profiles. Personalize your experience by selecting your hometown and other locations to stay informed about your region.

**Highlights:** Local news updates, Event listings, Personalized content, Search and filter function, Digital newspaper kiosk, Location-based information

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PZ free?

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

### Is NUSSBAUM free?

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

### Do PZ or NUSSBAUM have ads?

PZ shows ads; NUSSBAUM does not.

### Which is updated more often, PZ or NUSSBAUM?

PZ ships an update every 3 months, and NUSSBAUM every 2 weeks. Most recently, PZ was updated on September 30, 2026 and NUSSBAUM on September 21, 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.*