What Grows Here? vs GrowZone
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
What Grows Here?
Discover which crops will flourish on your land by tapping any spot on the map. Get detailed suitability scores based on climate, soil, and water data. Optimize planting times and identify resilient species to maximize your harvest.
- Crop suitability scores
- Historic and future climate data
- Soil conditions and water requirements
- Species-specific crop needs
- Optimal planting timing
- Climate change impact analysis
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Curious what crops will thrive on your land? Just tap a spot on the map to see crop suitability scores powered by cutting-edge agricultural science: Historic and future climate data Soil conditions and water requirements Species-specific crop requirements Use What Grows Here to: Choose the right crops for your garden or farm See optimal planting timing for your location and microclimate See how climate change affects your growing conditions Find the most productive fields on your land Identify drought-tolerant, climate-resilient crops Take the guesswork out of growing. What Grows Here helps you invest your time, water, and resources where it counts most. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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.
- USDA Hardiness Zone recommendations
- Plant discovery and filtering
- Detailed plant profiles
- Garden organization with notes and photos
- Plant progress timeline
- iCloud sync across devices
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: What Grows Here? at 100% against GrowZone's 0%. What Grows Here? also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0) and update cadence (daily vs every 7 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. What Grows Here? sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and GrowZone sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
What Grows Here? holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of What Grows Here?'s written reviews are positive against 0% of GrowZone's.
What Grows Here? ships an update daily, GrowZone every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | What Grows Here? | GrowZone |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 2.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 7 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 113 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cloudseed Inc. | James Kirwin |
Customer experience
What Grows Here?
GrowZone
In-app purchases
What Grows Here?
- CloudSeed Grow Monthly$4.991 Month
- Scale Plan Monthly$12.991 Month
GrowZone
- Full Version Upgrade$8.99
Questions
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