# Zombies, Run! vs INTVL

The clearest difference is ads: Zombies, Run! at none against INTVL's shown. Zombies, Run! also leads on ratings volume (24K vs 5.4K). INTVL's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (83% vs 71%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Zombies, Run! sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and INTVL sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Zombies, Run! against 4.7 for INTVL. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24K and 5.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Zombies, Run!'s written reviews are positive against 83% of INTVL's.

Zombies, Run! ships an update every 3 weeks, INTVL every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zombies, Run! | INTVL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zombies-run/id503519713/reviews)** | [4.7 (5.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intvl/id6472631698/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 5.4K |
| Positive reviews | 70.9% of reviews | **83.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#24** |
| Size | 203 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zombies Run! Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1862773229) | [INTVL PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690979152) |

## What reviewers say

### Zombies, Run!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zombies-run/id503519713)

Transform your workouts into epic audio adventures. This fitness app uses immersive storytelling to motivate you to run, walk, or jog anywhere, at any pace. Integrate your music and track your progress with GPS, unlocking new story elements as you go.

**Highlights:** Immersive audio storytelling adventures, Real-world running and walking, GPS tracking and statistics, Integrates with personal music playlists, Unlockable story extras and lore, Works anywhere and at any speed

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Marvel Move (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| Zombies, Run! Membership | $6.99 | per month |
| Abel Club (Special Offer) | $14.99 | per year |
| Zombies, Run! (Legacy) | $24.99 | per year |
| Zombies, Run! Membership | $49.99 | per year |
| Marvel Move (Annual) | $59.99 | per year |
| VIP Membership | $89.99 | per year |
| Race Missions pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1 Month Pro Membership | $2.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass Plus | $5.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $7.99 | one-time |
| Season 3 Pass | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year Pro Membership | $7.99 | one-time |
| All-Access Pass | $17.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year Pro Membership | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Motivating and engaging story
- 🚀 Immersive audio experience
- 💡 Unique zombie-themed running concept
- 👍 Helpful for building running habit
- 👍 Customizable zombie chases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app performance
- 🔒 Paywall for full content access
- 🔒 Subscription model concerns
- 🐛 Inconsistent zombie chase mechanics
- 🐛 Inaccurate tracking and data issues

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during runs
- Music playback issues
- Inaccurate distance and time tracking
- Syncing problems between devices

**Requested features**

- Standalone Apple Watch app
- Better integration with fitness tracking apps
- More customization options for zombie chases
- Improved base-building mechanics
- Offline mission downloads


### INTVL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intvl/id6472631698)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #58 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app transforms running into a live, global territory-based game. Compete with others to claim real space on a map, engage in live takeovers, and rise through the ranks. It combines strategy, competition, and exploration with personalized training plans and community features.

**Highlights:** Territory-based running game, Live global competitions, Smart GPS tracking, Personalized running plans, Smartwatch support, Connected runner community, Detailed performance stats

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| INTVL | $7.99 | per month |
| INTVL | $7.99 | per month |
| INTVL | $8.99 | per month |
| INTVL | $9.99 | per month |
| INTVL | $10.00 | per month |
| INTVL | $12.99 | per month |
| INTVL | $12.99 | per month |
| INTVL | $49.99 | per year |
| INTVL | $49.99 | per year |
| INTVL | $59.99 | per year |
| INTVL | $59.99 | per year |
| INTVL Annual Subscription | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Truly innovative running app
- 👍 Good fun app
- 👍 Perfect for unmotivated runners
- 👍 Love the community aspect
- 👍 Motivating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Confusing user interface
- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with other apps/devices
- 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking
- 🐛 Cheating concerns with the Terra feature

**Reported bugs**

- Runs not recording properly
- App crashing during runs
- Issues with syncing and manual review

**Requested features**

- Revise the 200m Terra rule
- Add biking support
- Ability to set a starting location in Terra
- Allow creating and joining local run clubs
- More detailed Terra features and competitions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zombies, Run! free?

Zombies, Run! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is INTVL free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Zombies, Run! or INTVL?

Zombies, Run! is rated higher. Zombies, Run! averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while INTVL averages 4.7 from 5.4K ratings.

### Do Zombies, Run! or INTVL have ads?

INTVL shows ads; Zombies, Run! does not.

### Which is updated more often, Zombies, Run! or INTVL?

Zombies, Run! ships an update every 3 weeks, and INTVL every 6 days. Most recently, Zombies, Run! was updated on October 20, 2026 and INTVL on October 19, 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.*