Comparison

Prune vs Zen Koi Pro

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

Head to head
About

Prune

Cultivate a digital tree in a hostile world by guiding its growth towards sunlight. Uncover a hidden story and bring life to a forgotten landscape with this meditative and beautiful game.

Highlights
  • Grow and shape trees
  • Minimalist art and interface
  • Meditative music and sound
  • No in-app purchases or monetization
  • Share tree creations
  • iCloud progress synchronization
Features
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~ Apple Game of the Year 2015 ~ ~ TIME Magazine Game of the Year 2015 ~ Prune is a love letter to trees. A game about the beauty and joy of cultivation. With a swipe of a finger, grow and shape your tree into the sunlight while avoiding the dangers of a hostile world. Bring life to a forgotten landscape and uncover a story hidden deep beneath the soil. • A unique digital plant for your pocket • Beautiful, minimalist art and a super clean interface—it's just you and the trees • Meditative music and sound design for you to zen out to • No IAP, no monetization strategy, no currencies • Share screenshots of your unique tree creations with friends • Synchronize progress across all your devices using iCloud ----- RECEPTION ----- "Unlike anything I've played before... the kind of experience I want to pull out to show my friends." - The Verge "Wildly creative, totally addictive, and oddly soothing" - Entertainment Weekly "Prune is a gorgeous and unique experience." - 5/5 TouchArcade "Prune is an awe-inspiring work of digital poetry that transcends its initial subject material to explore a much larger, much more complex theme, in an articulate and powerfully moving manner" - 10/10 Pocket Gamer "A collaboration that feels more like a dance than puzzle-solving." - Kill Screen ----- AWARDS ----- • Winner - Best Upcoming Game - 11th International Mobile Gaming Awards • Finalist - IndieCade Festival 2015 • Official Selection - Brazil's FILE Festival • Runner-Up - IndiePlus "Make Something Great" Contest • Official Selection - Out of Index Experimental Games Festival

About

Zen Koi Pro

This premium, single-player game offers a serene escape with mesmerizing koi breeding and collection. Enjoy tranquil gameplay, enchanting music, and a visually stunning experience without ads or in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Over 50 koi patterns to collect
  • Rare and shiny koi and dragons
  • Offline play
  • Seamless cloud saving
  • Ad-free experience
  • Instant gratification
Features
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Dive into Tranquility: Unveiling the Beauty of Zen Koi Pro Unwind and embark on a mesmerizing journey with Zen Koi Pro, a premium, single-player game experience crafted for ultimate relaxation. Inspired by the captivating Asian myth of a koi fish transforming into a dragon, Zen Koi Pro offers a serene escape, brimming with enchanting music and tranquil gameplay. Immerse yourself in a world of captivating koi: Over 50 Breathtaking Koi Patterns to Collect: Discover a delightful array of over 50 unique koi patterns, each boasting vibrant colors and captivating designs. As you progress, watch your collection grow as you encounter new koi. Witness the Rare and Shiny: Brace yourself for the awe-inspiring sight of the rarest koi and majestic dragons. Zen Koi Pro elevates the visual experience with a stunning new metallic sheen, making these magnificent creatures truly super-SHINY! Enjoy the soothing flow of the Koi as it swims gracefully through a calm pond. Uninterrupted Zen Experience: Play Anywhere, Anytime: Leave your worries behind and enjoy offline play. Zen Koi Pro allows you to delve into the world of koi anytime, anywhere, without the need for an internet connection (available after initial download). Seamless Cloud Saving: Never lose your progress again. Zen Koi Pro seamlessly backs up your game data to the cloud whenever an internet connection is available, ensuring your precious collection remains safe and sound. Frictionless Fun: Experience the joy of instant gratification! Eggs hatch in a flash, and with 50 unlocked koi slots, building your collection becomes a breeze. Ad-Free and Hassle-Free: Focus solely on the serenity of the game. Zen Koi Pro is entirely free of advertisements and in-app purchases, allowing you to immerse yourself in a truly uninterrupted zen experience. Zen Koi Pro is the Perfect Choice for: Stress Relief Seekers: Escape the daily grind and find solace in the calming environment cultivated by Zen Koi Pro. The enchanting music and tranquil gameplay create a space for relaxation and mindfulness. Completionist Gamers: Embark on a captivating quest to collect all 50+ koi patterns. The thrill of discovery and the satisfaction of completing your collection provide a rewarding and engaging experience. Casual Gamers: Dive into short and relaxing gameplay sessions whenever you have a spare moment. Zen Koi Pro is perfect for unwinding after a long day or enjoying a mindful break. Family friendly fun: Zen Koi 2 is a peaceful mobile game that is suitable for the whole family. Beyond Relaxation: The Deeper Meaning of Zen Koi Pro Zen Koi Pro offers more than just a relaxing escape. It's a game steeped in symbolism and cultural significance. The koi, a revered creature in Asian cultures, represents perseverance, good fortune, and longevity. As you collect and nurture your koi, you're not just building a collection, you're embodying these positive values. Download Zen Koi Pro today and embark on a journey of tranquility! By downloading this game, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Terms of Service: http://www.landsharkgames.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: http://www.landsharkgames.com/privacy-policy/ Rated 3+ by the Indonesia Game Rating System (IGRS).

Screenshots

Prune4 screens
Zen Koi Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Zen Koi Pro at 4.6 against Prune's 4.3. Prune's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $9.99) and chart position (#44 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

Prune costs $4.99 and Zen Koi Pro $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Zen Koi Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 568 and 206 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of Prune's written reviews are positive against 61% of Zen Koi Pro's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Prune ships an update every 6 weeks, Zen Koi Pro every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Prune versus Zen Koi Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPruneZen Koi Pro
Price$4.99 — better$9.99
Rating4.3 (568 ratings)4.6 (206 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.2% of reviews — better60.8% of reviews
Number of ratings568 — better206
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#44 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB133 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoel McDonald LLCLandShark Games Pte. Ltd.

Customer experience

Prune

All ratings568 ratings
Positive78.7%
Neutral9.0%
Negative12.3%
Written reviews574 reviews
Positive66.2%
Neutral15.7%
Negative18.1%

Zen Koi Pro

All ratings204 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive60.8%
Neutral17.6%
Negative21.6%

Bugs and requests

Prune

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Progress reset after updates
  • Unresponsive controls at times

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and content updates
  • Zen mode with no time constraints
  • Level editor and sharing capabilities
  • Improved tutorials and explanations

Zen Koi Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Prune

No in-app purchases

None

Zen Koi Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Prune free?
Prune costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Zen Koi Pro free?
Zen Koi Pro costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Prune or Zen Koi Pro?
Zen Koi Pro is rated higher. Prune averages 4.3 out of 5 from 568 ratings, while Zen Koi Pro averages 4.6 from 206 ratings.
Do Prune or Zen Koi Pro have ads?
Neither Prune nor Zen Koi Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Prune or Zen Koi Pro?
Prune ships an update every 6 weeks, and Zen Koi Pro every 2 months. Most recently, Prune was updated on October 26, 2026 and Zen Koi Pro on October 27, 2026.

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