# Microsoft Copilot vs Zscaler Client Connector

The clearest difference is rating: Microsoft Copilot at 4.7 against Zscaler Client Connector's 2.5. Microsoft Copilot also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and ratings volume (1.4M vs 138). Zscaler Client Connector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Microsoft Copilot sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Zscaler Client Connector asks for nothing beyond the download.

Microsoft Copilot holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microsoft Copilot has 1.4M ratings behind it against 138, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Microsoft Copilot's written reviews are positive against 25% of Zscaler Client Connector's.

Microsoft Copilot ships an update every 4 days, Zscaler Client Connector monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microsoft Copilot | Zscaler Client Connector |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-copilot/id541164041/reviews)** | [2.5 (138 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zscaler-client-connector/id1216875274/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4M** | 138 |
| Positive reviews | **28.3% of reviews** | 24.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#11** | — |
| Size | 459 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) | [Zscaler Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/604786384) |

## What reviewers say

### Microsoft Copilot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-copilot/id541164041)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Free · Productivity, #25 Top Grossing · Productivity, #113 Top Free (US App Store)

This AI-powered app helps you be more productive at work. Chat with an AI assistant to create content, manage projects, find files, and learn new concepts. It offers voice interaction and expert insights for various tasks.

**Highlights:** Chat with AI assistant, Voice interaction, Find files quickly, Accelerate learning, Generate research reports, Create and edit content, Manage projects with notebooks

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Microsoft 365 Basic | $1.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $6.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $12.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $12.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Premium Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Microsoft Copilot Pro | $20.00 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $99.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Personal | $99.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $129.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Family | $129.99 | per year |
| Microsoft 365 Premium Annual | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Seamless integration of Office apps
- 🔒 Secure cloud storage with OneDrive
- 👍 Convenient all-in-one productivity solution
- 🚀 Great for on-the-go work and collaboration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent file saving and syncing
- 🔍 Confusing file management and navigation
- 🔍 Limited functionality compared to desktop Office
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and performance issues
- 💰 Subscription-only model, no standalone option

**Reported bugs**

- Documents not saving properly
- Inability to change file names or locations
- Compatibility issues with older devices and OSes
- Unreliable syncing between devices and cloud

**Requested features**

- Allow opening multiple documents side-by-side
- Improve iPad optimization and user experience
- Provide better integration with third-party cloud storage
- Add more advanced formatting and editing capabilities


### Zscaler Client Connector

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zscaler-client-connector/id1216875274)

This application provides secure internet access and private access to corporate resources for mobile devices. It creates a secure tunnel to a cloud security platform, offering consistent security across devices without user intervention. It's designed for enterprise use with an active subscription.

**Highlights:** Zscaler Internet Access, Zscaler Private Access, Secure HTTP tunnel, Cloud security platform connection, One-step enrollment, MFA via SAML support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works as intended
- 🔒 Secure access to resources
- 🚀 Fast internet access
- 👍 Seamless operation
- 👍 Minimal battery impact (recent)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Drains battery significantly
- 🐛 Connection issues (frequent disconnects)
- 🐛 App crashes (CarPlay)
- 🐛 Conflicts with other apps
- 🐛 VPN won't turn off

**Reported bugs**

- Blocks regular use items like Amazon Music
- Battery draining too fast
- Fails to connect multiple times
- iPhone behaving erratically after install
- Battery draining very fast and restarting frequently

**Requested features**

- Improve battery optimization
- Simplify VPN on/off controls
- Address backend issues
- Provide clearer error messages
- Improve app stability on iOS


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Microsoft Copilot free?

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

### Is Zscaler Client Connector free?

Zscaler Client Connector is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Microsoft Copilot or Zscaler Client Connector?

Microsoft Copilot is rated higher. Microsoft Copilot averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4M ratings, while Zscaler Client Connector averages 2.5 from 138 ratings.

### Do Microsoft Copilot or Zscaler Client Connector have ads?

Microsoft Copilot shows ads; Zscaler Client Connector does not.

### Which is updated more often, Microsoft Copilot or Zscaler Client Connector?

Microsoft Copilot ships an update every 4 days, and Zscaler Client Connector monthly. Most recently, Microsoft Copilot was updated on October 18, 2026 and Zscaler Client Connector on October 17, 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.*