# SUPERSTAR SMTOWN vs NCT ZONE

The clearest difference is update cadence: SUPERSTAR SMTOWN at every 2 weeks against NCT ZONE's every 6 weeks. SUPERSTAR SMTOWN also leads on chart position (#27 vs unranked) and ratings volume (10K vs 1.5K). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SUPERSTAR SMTOWN sells 35 one-off in-app purchases and NCT ZONE sells 83 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.5 for SUPERSTAR SMTOWN against 4.6 for NCT ZONE. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SUPERSTAR SMTOWN has 10K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of SUPERSTAR SMTOWN's written reviews are positive against 53% of NCT ZONE's.

SUPERSTAR SMTOWN ships an update every 2 weeks, NCT ZONE every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SUPERSTAR SMTOWN | NCT ZONE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superstar-smtown/id890937532/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nct-zone/id1625009101/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | 49.4% of reviews | **53.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#27** | — |
| Size | 422 MB | 222 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dalcomsoft, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/890937535) | [TakeOne Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1207719020) |

## What reviewers say

### SUPERSTAR SMTOWN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superstar-smtown/id890937532)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Grossing · Music, #96 Top Free · Music (US App Store)

Engage with your favorite K-POP artists' music in this rhythm game. Collect and upgrade artist cards to build powerful decks, compete in weekly leagues, and complete missions for rewards. Enjoy regular events tied to artist comebacks and concerts.

**Highlights:** Play SMTOWN artist songs, Collect and upgrade artist cards, Build custom card decks, Compete in weekly leagues, Complete daily missions, Participate in events

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (35)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 12th Anniv. Star Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| EVERYDAY PACKAGE | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mission Pass | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2023 Limited Theme Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| 33 Diamonds | $2.99 | one-time |
| 39 Diamond | $3.39 | one-time |
| Big Chocolate Box | $3.99 | one-time |
| Limited Theme Prem. Pack 10 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 57 Diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| 62 Diamond | $5.29 | one-time |
| On My Youth Starter Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| Be There For me Starter Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Nightmare Starter Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| 250226newh2hstarter | $6.99 | one-time |
| premium10 | $6.99 | one-time |
| rvlovearcadestarter | $6.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 2 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 5 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 38 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 8 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 9 | $6.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 46 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 12th Anniv. Super Package | $8.99 | one-time |
| 120 Diamond | $9.89 | one-time |
| 120 Diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| cardchristmas | $9.99 | one-time |
| megacurrency1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Limited Theme Prem. Pack30 | $12.99 | one-time |
| 250312newasepaspecial | $19.99 | one-time |
| aespasynkspecial | $19.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 19 | $19.99 | one-time |
| SSM Package 13 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 375 Diamond | $29.49 | one-time |
| 650 Diamond | $48.49 | one-time |
| 1200 Diamond | $83.90 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 💎 Generous event rewards
- 🎨 Visually appealing design
- 🎶 Wide selection of K-pop songs

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⏱️ Slow loading times
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🤔 Confusing card management system

**Reported bugs**

- Notes not registering properly
- Sudden account disconnections
- Inability to open mystery boxes
- Stuck at 10.2% during loading

**Requested features**

- Add more songs from older SM artists
- Implement a card trading system
- Improve event difficulty and rewards balance
- Optimize performance for older devices


### NCT ZONE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nct-zone/id1625009101)

Engage with your favorite K-pop idols in a unique game experience. Team up to battle nightmares, nurture relationships, collect exclusive content, and customize virtual spaces. Explore dream worlds and shape stories with the members.

**Highlights:** Team up with NCT members, Purify nightmares in KWANGYA, Nurture relationships with idols, Collect exclusive selfie photocards, Build and decorate NEOZONE, Explore member dreams, Shape personal stories

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (83)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NEOZONE Plus Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Relay Ticket 4 | $0.49 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 2) | $0.49 | one-time |
| 1 Special Bingo Stamp | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 18) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 17) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 16) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily  Basic Growth Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 15) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 15) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 14) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 14) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 13) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 13) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 12) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 11) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 11) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 9) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 9) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hard Mode Challenge Package | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 7) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 7) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 3(Season 5) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 6(Season 5) | $0.99 | one-time |
| NCT ZONE Welcome Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kun's Birthday Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| JOHNNY's Birthday Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| JAEHYUN's Birthday Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2024 SEOLLAL lucky bag package | $2.99 | one-time |
| NCT Day Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lucky Neo Coin | $2.99 | one-time |
| 4 Special Bingo Stamp | $2.99 | one-time |
| NCT Release Day Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 9(Season 15) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Relay Ticket 9(Season 14) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Thanks for being with us Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2024 Chuseok Lucky Pouch | $2.99 | one-time |
| Half Anniversary Lucky Box | $2.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bias Signal Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Energy Support Pacakge | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hard Mode Level Up Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super-Value Energy Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Level Up Package 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Crystal Perk | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo PASS Premium | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 2 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Co-Op Support Delivery Pack 3 | $8.99 | one-time |
| KWANGYA Story | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 14 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Ad Skip Coupon | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 8 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 7 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 6 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 4 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Music Box Season 3 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Neo Culture Welcome Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| HELLO 2024 Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2024 SEOLLAL Card Growth Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2024 SEOLLAL Crystal Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| S-Value EXP Chip&Energy Pack 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1+2 Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Co-Op Update Crystal Pack 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1+3 Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1,100 + 88 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal 1+3 Support Package 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Event Energy Lucky Pacakge 2 | $13.49 | one-time |
| Event Energy Lucky Pacakge | $13.49 | one-time |
| Bias Pass Season2 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Growth Neo PASS VIP 5 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Growth Neo PASS VIP 4 | $17.99 | one-time |
| Bias Pass | $17.99 | one-time |
| KWANGYA Story 2 | $17.99 | one-time |
| LOG in SEOUL On-site PKG | $19.99 | one-time |
| Neo PASS VIP | $26.99 | one-time |
| White Royal Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Valentine Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Steampunk Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| After School Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Good Night Draw Support Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| NEW YEAR with NEW WISH | $29.99 | one-time |
| X'mas Draw Support PKG | $29.99 | one-time |
| Summer Holiday Draw Pack | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Great game
- 💕 Cute characters
- 🎨 Fun customization
- 🕹️ Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- ⏱️ Slow loading times
- 🔍 Confusing UI
- 🔋 High battery usage

**Reported bugs**

- Glitches in Neo Zone
- Disappearing items and resources
- Unresponsive controls
- Login and loading issues

**Requested features**

- Add NCT Wish members
- Improve decoration options
- Add batch processing for tasks
- Optimize performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SUPERSTAR SMTOWN free?

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

### Is NCT ZONE free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SUPERSTAR SMTOWN or NCT ZONE?

NCT ZONE is rated higher. SUPERSTAR SMTOWN averages 4.5 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while NCT ZONE averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do SUPERSTAR SMTOWN or NCT ZONE have ads?

Both SUPERSTAR SMTOWN and NCT ZONE show ads.

### Which is updated more often, SUPERSTAR SMTOWN or NCT ZONE?

SUPERSTAR SMTOWN ships an update every 2 weeks, and NCT ZONE every 6 weeks. Most recently, SUPERSTAR SMTOWN was updated on September 25, 2026 and NCT ZONE on September 23, 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.*