Outrun the Dead vs ZenTick
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Outrun the Dead
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The zombie apocalypse is here. Your only way out? Run. Outrun the Dead turns your real-world runs into a fight for survival. Every step you take powers your story in a post-apocalyptic world where skipping a run has real consequences โ and pushing yourself is the only way to keep your people alive. Heart-rate driven gameplay: Connect a Bluetooth heart rate monitor, Apple Watch, or Wear OS device. The game reacts to your effort in real time โ slow down, and the horde closes in. Push harder, and you pull ahead. The music and audio intensity adapt to match. An AI companion who knows your story: You're not alone out there. A survivor companion runs alongside you, remembers your history, and reacts to your wins and your worst days. Talk to them between runs โ they'll remember. A story shaped by your fitness: Every run writes a new chapter. Hit a personal best and the story celebrates it. Miss a day and someone in your group might fall. Your real-world effort is the plot. Collect gear and scrap: Earn scrap currency on every run and discover gear out in the world. Craft and upgrade equipment to keep your survivor prepared for what's ahead. Survive together: Form a group with friends. Your activity keeps the group safe โ and their runs can save you when life gets in the way. Nudge a teammate who's gone quiet before it's too late. Features: - Real-time GPS run tracking with distance, pace, and duration - Heart rate monitoring via Bluetooth, Apple Watch, and Wear OS - Step counting and activity recognition - AI-generated companions with unique backstories and evolving relationships - Immersive audio with themed music and radio transmissions during runs - Gear collection and crafting system - Group survival mechanics with invites and leaderboards - AI-powered story events that react to your real activity - Available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian Whether you run every day or need that extra push to get off the couch, Outrun the Dead gives you a reason to lace up. The dead don't rest โ and neither should you. License agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
ZenTick
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ZenTick is a beautifully simple meditation timer designed to support your mindfulness practice without distractions. No subscriptions. No social features. No clutter. Just you and your practice. FEATURES: โข Flexible Timer โ Choose from preset durations (5โ60 minutes) or set a custom time that works for you. โข Preparation Countdown โ A gentle 5-second countdown helps you settle in before your session begins. โข Authentic Bell Sounds โ Handcrafted bell tones synthesized in-app. Choose from Deep Bowl, Bright Bell, Warm Bowl, or Crystal Bowl. Preview each sound in Settings. โข Ambient Soundscapes โ Meditate with calming Rain, Stream, or Brown Noise backgrounds, all generated algorithmically for seamless, infinite playback. โข Interval Bells โ Set periodic bells to gently anchor your awareness during longer sessions. โข Session Notes โ Capture your thoughts and reflections after each meditation. โข Practice History โ Track your meditation journey with a visual calendar, streak counter, and weekly stats. โข Daily Reminders โ Set a notification to remind you to practice at your preferred time. โข Beautiful Completion Screen โ End each session with a calming celebration that honors your effort. โข Home Screen Widgets โ Quick-start your timer or view your streak at a glance. โข Dark Mode โ Full support for light, dark, and system appearance modes. โข Privacy First โ All data stays on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no analytics. Optional iCloud sync across your own devices. ZenTick Pro (one-time purchase) unlocks: - Full session history (free version shows last 7 days) - Premium bell sounds - Apple Health integration (Mindful Minutes) Start your mindfulness journey today. One breath at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: ZenTick at none against Outrun the Dead's shown. Outrun the Dead's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Outrun the Dead sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and ZenTick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Outrun the Dead ships an update fortnightly, ZenTick every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Outrun the Dead | ZenTick |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly โ better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 โ better | 26.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 257 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Naitsmania AS | ้ๆ ๅ |
In-app purchases
Outrun the Dead
- Ad-Free Supporter$1.991 Month
- Outrun the Dead Premium$14.991 Month
- Ad-Free Supporter$14.991 Year
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- Outrun the Dead Premium$139.001 Year
ZenTick
- ZenTick Pro$4.99









