# iMicroscope vs Z

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Z at 83% against iMicroscope's 31%. Z also leads on price (Free vs $3.99) and rating (4.8 vs 4.2). iMicroscope's advantage is chart position (#52 vs unranked). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Z is free to download; iMicroscope costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Z holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 625 and 516 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of iMicroscope's written reviews are positive against 83% of Z's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iMicroscope | Z |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (625 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imicroscope-magnifying-glass/id577434784/reviews) | **[4.8 (516 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/z-app/id1509263287/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **625** | 516 |
| Positive reviews | 31.3% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#52** | — |
| Size | 12 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.4** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [elklab UG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1117016330) | [Allt Hitt ehf](https://appshunter.io/developer/1509263286) |

## What reviewers say

### iMicroscope

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imicroscope-magnifying-glass/id577434784)

**Currently charting:** #52 Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Transform your phone into a powerful microscope to explore the microscopic world. View tiny objects with high magnification, capture detailed images, and share your discoveries. Perfect for examining everyday items with incredible clarity.

**Highlights:** High-powered magnification, Capture detailed images, Real-time AirPlay viewing, Examine small objects, Share discoveries

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 📸 Good for nature observation and plant identification
- 💾 Ability to save and store images
- 🔦 Built-in flashlight feature
- 🎨 Retro design aesthetic

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Limited magnification (only 8x zoom)
- 🔍 Poor image quality at higher zoom levels
- 📉 Blurry and grainy results
- 💰 Not worth the $1.99-$2.00 price
- 📱 No better than built-in iPhone camera zoom

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when saving images to photo album
- Camera shutter fails to open
- Incompatibility with iPhone 14 Pro and newer models
- Image quality degrades significantly at higher zoom levels
- App crashes on startup for some users

**Requested features**

- Zoom capability for saved images
- Higher magnification levels (beyond 8x)
- Improved image clarity and detail at maximum zoom
- Better performance with newer iPhone models
- Refund option for dissatisfied users


### Z

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/z-app/id1509263287)

Generate audio frequencies for personal wellness and experimental use. Explore over 1300 sequences for frequency-based practices on your mobile device. This app is for wellness exploration and is not a medical device.

**Highlights:** Rife frequency generator, Over 1300 sequences, Audio frequency generation, Wellness exploration, Mobile and tablet use

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing support for health
- 👍 Help that is accessible
- 🤯 Astounded me
- 📚 Comprehensive List!
- 💫 Love it!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frozen during session
- 🐛 Frozen
- 🐛 Doesn't stay on
- 🐛 Not working
- 🐛 Stopped playing sound

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing during session
- Stopping playback when interrupted
- Compatibility issues with newer OS
- Lack of TMJ frequency
- Unexpected volume adjustments

**Requested features**

- Sawtooth tone
- Multiple frequencies
- Play controls
- Dark mode
- Back button


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iMicroscope free?

iMicroscope costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Z free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iMicroscope or Z?

Z is rated higher. iMicroscope averages 4.2 out of 5 from 625 ratings, while Z averages 4.8 from 516 ratings.

### Do iMicroscope or Z have ads?

Neither iMicroscope nor Z shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iMicroscope or Z?

iMicroscope ships an update every 2 months, and Z every 2 months. Most recently, iMicroscope was updated on October 29, 2026 and Z on October 29, 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.*