Comparison

Sullivan County Library vs GrowZone

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

Head to head
About

Sullivan County Library

Features
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Access Sullivan County Public Library from your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. Manage your account, search the catalog, renew and reserve books.

About

GrowZone

Discover plants suited for your climate and organize your garden with personalized recommendations. Track your plants' progress with notes and photos, and access detailed care information. Unlock unlimited garden planning with a one-time purchase.

Highlights
  • USDA Hardiness Zone recommendations
  • Plant discovery and filtering
  • Detailed plant profiles
  • Garden organization with notes and photos
  • Plant progress timeline
  • iCloud sync across devices
Features
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GrowZone+: Plant Finder, Garden Planner & Zone-Based Recommendations GrowZone+ helps you discover plants that are suited to your USDA Hardiness Zone, then organize your garden in one simple app. Whether you're planting your first flower bed, growing vegetables, or expanding an established landscape, GrowZone+ helps you choose plants with confidence and keep track of everything you grow. Smart Plant Recommendations • Automatically determine your USDA Hardiness Zone from your location • Or choose your zone manually for even more accurate recommendations • Discover plants suited to your climate • Filter by sun exposure, soil type, water needs, and plant category • Browse detailed plant profiles with photos, care information, and growing tips My Garden (Premium) • Add plants to My Garden with a single tap • Track each plant with notes and photos • Keep a timeline of your garden's progress • Sync your garden across your iPhone and iPad using iCloud Unlock My Garden with a simple one-time in-app purchase. Powerful Plant Search • Search by common or scientific name • Explore more than 500 curated plants, with new additions planned • Compare plants by growing conditions and care requirements Care Information • Learn the ideal sunlight for every plant • Understand soil and watering requirements • Read clear, beginner-friendly growing guidance Free & Premium • Browse the complete plant library for free • Add up to 10 plants to My Garden at no cost • Upgrade once to unlock unlimited plants and premium features • No subscription required Why GrowZone+? • Personalized recommendations based on your USDA Hardiness Zone • Organize everything you grow in one place • Track photos, notes, and planting progress • Sync seamlessly across iPhone and iPad with iCloud • Designed for beginners and experienced gardeners alike GrowZone+ makes it easier to choose the right plants, stay organized, and enjoy a more successful growing season. Download GrowZone+ today.

Screenshots

Sullivan County Library4 screens
GrowZone4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sullivan County Library at none against GrowZone's 1. Sullivan County Library also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support 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. GrowZone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Sullivan County Library asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sullivan County Library ships an update every 3 weeks, GrowZone every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and July 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sullivan County Library versus GrowZone: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSullivan County LibraryGrowZone
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB5 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSullivan County LibraryJames Kirwin

In-app purchases

None

Sullivan County Library

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

GrowZone

One-time1
  • Full Version Upgrade$8.99

Questions

Is Sullivan County Library free?
Sullivan County Library is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GrowZone free?
GrowZone is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sullivan County Library or GrowZone have ads?
Neither Sullivan County Library nor GrowZone shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sullivan County Library or GrowZone?
Sullivan County Library ships an update every 3 weeks, and GrowZone every 7 months. Most recently, Sullivan County Library was updated on September 10, 2026 and GrowZone on July 24, 2026.

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