# ZoomVolume vs Volume Blocker and Limiter

The clearest difference is monetization model: ZoomVolume at free against Volume Blocker and Limiter's free with in-app purchases. Volume Blocker and Limiter's advantage is ratings volume (378 vs 11) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ZoomVolume sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Volume Blocker and Limiter sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for ZoomVolume against 4.3 for Volume Blocker and Limiter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Volume Blocker and Limiter has 378 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of ZoomVolume's written reviews are positive against 56% of Volume Blocker and Limiter's.

ZoomVolume ships an update every 5 weeks, Volume Blocker and Limiter fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ZoomVolume | Volume Blocker and Limiter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoomvolume/id511015764/reviews) | [4.3 (378 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volume-blocker-and-limiter/id6475981399/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **378** |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | **56.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [takaaki024](https://appshunter.io/developer/393783638) | [Rayane Kurrimboccus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689944594) |

## What reviewers say

### ZoomVolume

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoomvolume/id511015764)

Precisely adjust your device's audio levels with this utility. It offers on-screen volume control for fine-tuning and allows saving custom presets. You can also manage volume using the physical hardware buttons.

**Highlights:** Accurate on-screen volume adjustment, Hardware volume button control, Save and load favorite volume presets, Fine-tune minimum volume levels

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### Volume Blocker and Limiter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volume-blocker-and-limiter/id6475981399)

This app lets parents set a maximum volume limit for iPhones and iPads, preventing children from playing audio at full volume. It helps create a quieter environment and protect hearing, especially useful for children with sensory sensitivities.

**Highlights:** Set maximum volume limits, Control device speaker volume, Works in the background, Protects hearing, Ideal for children with sensory issues

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro version - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro version - Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro version - Monthly plan | $8.99 | per month |
| Pro version - Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro version - Annual | $17.99 | per year |
| Pro version - Annual plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro version - Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pro version | $39.99 | one-time |
| Pro version | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💜 Super fast and helpful customer service
- 🔒 Wonderful app for special needs child
- 🔒 Works perfectly to limit volume
- 🔒 Lifesaver for autistic child
- 🔒 Incredible app, should be a built-in feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Doesn't list subscription charge
- 🐛 Doesn't work consistently
- 🐛 Kids can bypass the app
- 🔒 Only limits volume for 2 minutes
- 🐛 Can't close the app

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work when phone is off
- Doesn't work, no effect on volume
- iOS 18.2 has built-in feature
- Too easy for kids to disable
- Can't close the app

**Requested features**

- Automatically enable at certain times
- Family sharing support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ZoomVolume free?

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

### Is Volume Blocker and Limiter free?

Volume Blocker and Limiter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ZoomVolume or Volume Blocker and Limiter?

ZoomVolume and Volume Blocker and Limiter are both rated 4.3 out of 5 on the App Store, from 11 and 378 ratings respectively.

### Do ZoomVolume or Volume Blocker and Limiter have ads?

Neither ZoomVolume nor Volume Blocker and Limiter shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ZoomVolume or Volume Blocker and Limiter?

ZoomVolume ships an update every 5 weeks, and Volume Blocker and Limiter fortnightly. Most recently, ZoomVolume was updated on October 15, 2026 and Volume Blocker and Limiter on October 15, 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.*