Comparison

Pulse Loop vs Zen Rings

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

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About

Pulse Loop

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Rotate the tiles, close the circuit and let the energy flow. Pulse Loop is a logic puzzle game to enjoy at your own pace. Study the connections, find your path and discover how one turn can change everything. EXPLORE 100 LEVELS Start with simple circuits and progress to boards with fixed tiles, blockers and new connections. The first levels help you learn step by step. TAKE YOUR TIME Neither the campaign nor the daily challenge has a time limit. Undo your turns, restart the same puzzle or use hints when you need help. A NEW DAILY CHALLENGE Solve the daily circuit, build your streak and view completed days in the calendar. IMPROVE YOUR SOLUTION Earn stars based on your moves and the help you use. Closing the circuit is the beginning; finding a more efficient solution is your next challenge. Pulse Loop is free to download and includes ads and optional in-app purchases. The remove-ads purchase removes advertising interruptions; optional rewarded ads may remain available. No account is required. Choose whether to share usage analytics in Settings > Privacy.

About

Zen Rings

Features
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Discover a new dimension of logic in a world defined by curves and harmony. Step away from the rigid lines of traditional puzzles and embrace the flow of the circle. In this beautifully minimalist experience, you are challenged to compose patterns within a unique circular grid. The objective is simple: tap a section of the ring to place your current piece. But as the layers grow, you'll need foresight and a sense of balance to keep the grid from filling up. Designed to be the most relaxing game you’ve ever played, it offers a peaceful sanctuary for your mind while keeping your logic sharp. HOW TO PLAY: Observe the Piece: Look at the color and shape of the current ring segment provided. Tap to Place: Select a section within the circular grid to anchor your piece. Create Compositions: Align similar elements to clear space and maintain the visual harmony of the rings. Unwind: There are no timers or high-pressure goals—just you and the rhythmic flow of the circle.

Screenshots

Pulse Loop4 screens
Zen Rings4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zen Rings at none against Pulse Loop's 8. Zen Rings also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). 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. Pulse Loop sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Zen Rings asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pulse Loop ships an update weekly, Zen Rings every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Pulse Loop versus Zen Rings: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPulse LoopZen Rings
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB157 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperJorge Davila旭东 宗

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Pulse Loop

One-time8
  • 100 Shards$0.99
  • Neon Core Skin$1.99
  • Ice Core Skin$1.99
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  • Gold Core Skin$1.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Starter Pack$2.99
  • 550 Shards$4.99
  • 1200 Shards$9.99
None

Zen Rings

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pulse Loop free?
Pulse Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zen Rings free?
Zen Rings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pulse Loop or Zen Rings have ads?
Both Pulse Loop and Zen Rings show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pulse Loop or Zen Rings?
Pulse Loop ships an update weekly, and Zen Rings every 3 days. Most recently, Pulse Loop was updated on November 5, 2026 and Zen Rings on October 31, 2026.

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