# Down to Zero vs Switchy Sides

The clearest difference is rating: Down to Zero at 5.0 against Switchy Sides's 4.3. Down to Zero also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 61%). Switchy Sides's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (61 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Down to Zero sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Switchy Sides sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Down to Zero holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Switchy Sides has 61 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Down to Zero's written reviews are positive against 61% of Switchy Sides's.

Down to Zero ships an update every 3 months, Switchy Sides every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Down to Zero | Switchy Sides |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/down-to-zero/id952397806/reviews)** | [4.3 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchy-sides/id1124073720/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **61** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 61.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 92 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Henrique Silva](https://appshunter.io/developer/492945915) | [tastypill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1022434729) |

## What reviewers say

### Down to Zero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/down-to-zero/id952397806)

An addictive brain teaser game designed to enhance your IQ and cognitive skills. Progress through increasing difficulty levels and unlock 10 ranks, offering endless replayability and a fun mental workout.

**Highlights:** Easy to learn gameplay, Fun and addictive mechanics, 10 ranks to level up, Endless replay value, Brain exercise, IQ improvement

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Switchy Sides

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/switchy-sides/id1124073720)

Test your reflexes and accuracy in this fast-paced avoidance game. Tap to switch sides and dodge obstacles, collecting stars to unlock new characters. With challenging levels and an endless mode, you might find yourself hopelessly addicted.

**Highlights:** Tap to switch sides, Avoid obstacles, Collect stars, Unlock special characters, 52 challenging levels, Endless play mode

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Down to Zero free?

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

### Is Switchy Sides free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Down to Zero or Switchy Sides?

Down to Zero is rated higher. Down to Zero averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Switchy Sides averages 4.3 from 61 ratings.

### Do Down to Zero or Switchy Sides have ads?

Down to Zero shows ads; Switchy Sides does not.

### Which is updated more often, Down to Zero or Switchy Sides?

Down to Zero ships an update every 3 months, and Switchy Sides every 5 weeks. Most recently, Down to Zero was updated on June 4, 2026 and Switchy Sides on September 18, 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.*