# MyComms vs Understanding Zoe

MyComms and Understanding Zoe both sit at 3.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Understanding Zoe's written reviews are positive against 0% of MyComms's. Understanding Zoe also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). MyComms's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MyComms sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month and Understanding Zoe sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for MyComms against 3.0 for Understanding Zoe. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 0% of MyComms's written reviews are positive against 90% of Understanding Zoe's.

MyComms ships an update fortnightly, Understanding Zoe every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyComms | Understanding Zoe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycomms-visual-supports-app/id6740133369/reviews) | [3.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/understanding-zoe/id6742121622/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **89.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 15.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Communication Spectrum Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788452425) | [Understanding Zoe Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1796953652) |

## What reviewers say

### MyComms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mycomms-visual-supports-app/id6740133369)

This app provides visual support tools to enhance communication, independence, and reduce anxiety for individuals with developmental or acquired disabilities. It allows for the creation of personalized visual schedules, step-by-step task breakdowns, and choice boards using custom photos and home languages.

**Highlights:** Create daily visual schedules, Step-by-step task breakdowns, Weekly calendars, Choice boards, Over 100 pre-made templates, Use own photos, Easy sharing and exporting

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $10.99 | per month |
| Annual | $109.99 | per year |


### Understanding Zoe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/understanding-zoe/id6742121622)

This app supports caregivers of neurodivergent children with personalized tools and expert insights. Track progress, access daily tips, and learn new strategies to help your child thrive. It centralizes important information and facilitates communication with your support network.

**Highlights:** Personalized guidance and strategies, Centralized resource for diagnosis and notes, Progress tracking for milestones and behaviors, Support village for sharing updates, Weekly reports (coming soon), Community support (coming soon)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Understanding Zoe Monthly Plan | $10.00 | per month |
| Annual | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyComms free?

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

### Is Understanding Zoe free?

Understanding Zoe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MyComms or Understanding Zoe?

MyComms and Understanding Zoe are both rated 3.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do MyComms or Understanding Zoe have ads?

Understanding Zoe shows ads; MyComms does not.

### Which is updated more often, MyComms or Understanding Zoe?

MyComms ships an update fortnightly, and Understanding Zoe every 2 months. Most recently, MyComms was updated on November 4, 2026 and Understanding Zoe on November 4, 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.*