# Let's Build a Zoo vs Squishy Maker

The clearest difference is rating: Squishy Maker at 3.4 against Let's Build a Zoo's 2.7. Squishy Maker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 14 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Let's Build a Zoo sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Squishy Maker sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Squishy Maker holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Let's Build a Zoo's written reviews are positive against 54% of Squishy Maker's.

Let's Build a Zoo ships an update every 14 months, Squishy Maker every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Let's Build a Zoo | Squishy Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lets-build-a-zoo/id6443731779/reviews) | **[3.4 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squishy-maker-slime-breeding/id6477444213/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **17** |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | **53.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 254 MB | 264 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [QUY NGUYEN KHAC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639982957) | [Consalad, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577310402) |

## What reviewers say

### Let's Build a Zoo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lets-build-a-zoo/id6443731779)

Build and manage your own animal empire in this cozy simulation game. Import, breed, and care for a wide variety of creatures, from common to rare, while keeping visitors happy and dealing with unique events.

**Highlights:** Build your own zoo, Import and breed animals, Keep animals and visitors happy, Manage zoo operations, Discover rare creatures, Trading Post for animals

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 120 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Rare Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| 260 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Species pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| 450 Gems | $29.99 | one-time |
| Epic bundle | $29.99 | one-time |


### Squishy Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squishy-maker-slime-breeding/id6477444213)

Nurture, breed, and research magical slimes to discover new combinations and become a certified wizard. Engage in slime tournaments and explore a magical world to gather resources and unlock new slime types.

**Highlights:** Nurture and breed unique slimes, Discover endless slime combinations, Research slime genetics, Compete in slime tournaments, Explore a magical world, Collect slime magic cards

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Rubies | $0.49 | one-time |
| Slime Hotel Expansion Floor 4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Slime Hotel Expansion Floor 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Rubies | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Slime Hotel Expansion Floor 6 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Slime Hotel Expansion Floor 7 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Ad Banner Removal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Incredible Currency Pack Vol.1 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Slime Hotel Expansion Floor 8 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Slime Hotel Expansion Floor 9 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Slime Hotel Expansion Floor 10 | $5.99 | one-time |
| 200 Rubies | $12.99 | one-time |
| Incredible Currency Pack Vol.2 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Incredible Currency Pack Vol.3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Moonlight Atelier Pack Vol.3 | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Let's Build a Zoo free?

Let's Build a Zoo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Squishy Maker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Let's Build a Zoo or Squishy Maker?

Squishy Maker is rated higher. Let's Build a Zoo averages 2.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Squishy Maker averages 3.4 from 17 ratings.

### Do Let's Build a Zoo or Squishy Maker have ads?

Let's Build a Zoo shows ads; Squishy Maker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Let's Build a Zoo or Squishy Maker?

Let's Build a Zoo ships an update every 14 months, and Squishy Maker every 3 days. Most recently, Let's Build a Zoo was updated on October 24, 2026 and Squishy Maker on October 24, 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.*