Comparison

Zal vs iStory

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Zal

Monitor your PC's performance in real-time from your mobile device. Track CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage health, analyze game performance with FPS data, and check if your system can run specific games. Includes stress testing for stability.

Highlights
  • Real-time PC monitoring (CPU, GPU, RAM, storage)
  • Detailed FPS analysis (FPS, 1% low, 0.1% low)
  • Game system requirements checker
  • PC stress testing for stability
  • Mobile device access to PC stats
Features
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Are you a passionate gamer, a tech enthusiast, or just someone who wants to keep a close eye on their PC's performance? Look no further! Introducing ZAL, your all-in-one solution for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing your computer's vital statistics. Real-time PC Monitoring: ZAL provides you with up-to-the-second insights into your PC's health. Monitor your CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage temperatures and loads, all from the convenience of your mobile device. FPS: gain insights on your fps while playing games, with data for fps, 1% low fps, and 0.1% low fps. Game Checker: Wondering if your PC can handle that game? ZAL has you covered! Our "can i run it" feature analyzes your hardware and gives you personalized recommendations on whether your system can run a specific game smoothly. Stress Testing: Put your PC through its paces with ZAL's stress testing feature. Ensure your system's stability and performance under heavy loads.

About

iStory

Relive your digital history by exploring all the Apple devices you've owned and the memories captured with them. This app organizes your photos by device, provides insightful statistics, and allows you to export visual summaries of your tech journey.

Highlights
  • Device archive of owned Apple products
  • Photo timeline organized by device
  • Device and photo statistics
  • Exportable infographics
  • Offline use
  • Privacy-focused data collection
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Introducing iStory: Your Personal Apple Device Archive and Photo Journey Ever wondered about the amazing memories captured through your Apple devices over the years?  With iStory, relive your digital journey like never before! This innovative app offers a unique experience, allowing you to seamlessly explore all the Apple devices you've owned and cherish the moments captured with them. Key Features: Device Archive: Dive into the past and rediscover the evolution of your Apple devices. iStory compiles a comprehensive archive, showcasing every iPhone, iPad and iPod that you've ever owned. Track the progression of technology in your life and see how far you've come! Photo Timeline: Unearth the treasure trove of memories stored on your devices. iStory intelligently organizes all your photos based on the device they were taken with. Scroll through your personal photo timeline and witness the moments that shaped your life. From your first iPhone to the latest iPad, every picture tells a story. Device and Photo Statistics: Delve into the numbers behind your digital history! iStory provides insightful statistics on the devices you've owned, and the photos taken over the years. Discover fascinating trends and patterns that highlight your tech and photographic preferences. Exportable Infographics: Turn your digital journey into a visual masterpiece! iStory allows you to export a personalized infographic summarizing your device history and photo statistics. Share these infographics on social media or keep them as a unique keepsake of your tech-savvy adventures. Privacy First: iStory prioritizes your privacy. You can use the app offline, no data is collected in any way. Enjoy the benefits of reliving your digital history without compromising on security. Download iStory now and embark on a captivating journey through your Apple device legacy.  Rediscover the magic of your digital moments and celebrate the evolution of technology in your life! Note: iStory is not affiliated with Apple Inc. and works independently to provide a personalized digital archive experience. Check our privacy policy at: https://istory.timelabs.io#privacypolicy. Terms and conditions: https://istory.timelabs.io#terms

Screenshots

Zal4 screens
iStory3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iStory at none against Zal's 2. iStory also leads on ratings volume (14 vs 2). Zal's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Zal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. iStory asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Zal holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iStory has 14 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Zal ships an update every 9 days, iStory every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Zal versus iStory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZaliStory
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.7 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings214 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerkaros mohammedTimelabs Ltd

Customer experience

Zal

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

iStory

All ratings14 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Zal

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Anual$9.991 Year
None

iStory

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zal free?
Zal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iStory free?
iStory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Zal or iStory?
Zal is rated higher. Zal averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while iStory averages 4.7 from 14 ratings.
Do Zal or iStory have ads?
Neither Zal nor iStory shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Zal or iStory?
Zal ships an update every 9 days, and iStory every 5 months. Most recently, Zal was updated on October 2, 2026 and iStory on October 24, 2026.

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