# Bonfyre — user reviews > 87 indexed App Store user reviews of Bonfyre by BonfyreApp.com, rated 3.60/5 from 17 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bonfyre/id463042005/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bonfyre/id463042005.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 11 · 4★ 0 · 3★ 0 · 2★ 0 · 1★ 6 ## What do users think of Bonfyre? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Great for staying connected - 🔒 Private sharing options - 📸 Easy photo and video sharing - 🎉 Good for events and parties - 💬 Seamless group chat - 💡 Innovative concept - 🚀 Smooth performance - 🤝 Good for work and professional use - 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Excellent for family - 🤩 Fun and engaging **Cons** - 🐛 App crashes frequently - 🐛 Unusable on certain devices - ❓ Unclear app functionality - 🐌 Slow loading times - 🔋 High battery usage - 💻 Desktop version issues **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes and auto-closes - Does not work with iPhone - App does not resize to screen on iPhone 6+ - Server issues during high usage - Crashes when inviting contacts - Age verification issues **Most requested features** - Password protect the app - Add a website version - Improve profile navigation - Add likes and search functionality - More event settings and features ## Newest reviews (13 of 87) ### 4/5 — Outstanding Group adhesive *2015-08-04, version 4.7.0* This app is great for connecting and adhering a group that might be separated but who have the same goal or interests. ### 4/5 — It's like a private Facebook *2015-04-16, version 4.6.10* I'm not much for posting on Facebook - feels to public for me. We just had a baby and invited all our family and close friends to a bonfyre and it's a nice way to have a more intimate and private way to share photos and videos. ### 5/5 — Boss *2014-11-11, version 4.6.1* Great app for sharing private and public events! ### 4/5 — Password please *2014-10-17, version 4.5.8* I love the app but I wish I could password protect the app on my phone for even more privacy! ### 5/5 — Liking it *2014-10-05, version 4.5.8* I've only been using bonfyre for a little while, but so far I like it a lot for certain uses...private communication between friends without the hassle of setting up a group or circle. ### 5/5 — Awesome *2014-08-08, version 4.5.4* Perfect ### 5/5 — Great for bachelorette parties *2014-07-27, version 4.5.4* We used this app to share photos at a bachelorette party since we didn't want questionable pics on Facebook, etc. for our Moms to disapprove of. We did a photo scavenger hunt at the bar and teams had to share their pics in Bonfyre to get points. There are so many funny pics that I didn't see happen and it's all documented for us to laugh over later without being embarrassed. Plus, we all get copies of the best pics! I'll use it for other parties, but for parties with games, this app is genius. Five stars. ### 5/5 — Photo sharing at its best! *2014-07-24, version 4.5.3* I've been using Bonfyre for about a year. I've used it for school plays, sports and fishing trips. It's simple, great gallery so you can quickly browse all your photos and SIMPLE TO USE! ### 4/5 — Bonfyre app *2014-07-19, version 4.5.3* I like the app despite never knowing about it until last week. One thing I would say is that the desktop version needs some directions since it was hard to get my account working on there. I'm in the process of getting some of my friends to join. ### 5/5 — Great App *2014-07-17, version 4.5.3* Me and my friends and a bunch of people I work with use this app to keep in touch with one another. Runs very smoothly. ### 4/5 — Fun app! *2014-06-22, version 4.5.2* I was missing my family because I refuse to join Facebook. I am so glad my family signed up for Bonfyre. ### 5/5 — Very good app for continuous private chats. *2014-06-22, version 4.5.2* Very good and useful app. ### 5/5 — AWESOME *2014-06-21, version 4.5.2* Awesome app!!! Great way to stay connected. Fun way to encourage one another!! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — App keeps crashing and won't even open *2017-02-13, version 4.9.4* App was acting great and now all of a sudden it won't open and auto closes when I do attempt to open. Strangest thing ever and I have the latest version so what gives? ### 1/5 — How did this get funding? *2015-10-27, version 4.7.4* I can invite friends to get together with so many other apps and this doesn't even show any events going on near me? Delete. ### 1/5 — Unclear info *2015-09-16, version 4.7.2* To find out what this app is capable of, I can go to the developer website where essentially the only thing I'm told in specific terms is that, for this free app, I can request pricing. Huh? ### 1/5 — Wont work with iphone! *2015-01-20, version 4.6.4* I cant make this program work with my iphone. I dont recommend it. ### 1/5 — Doesn't work on 6+ *2014-12-24, version 4.6.2* Not much more to say. Got an account and logged in. The app doesn't resize to the screen. Unusable. ### 1/5 — Too young? *2014-07-08, version 4.5.3* Wen I put in my age for a bonfyre I know is 21+ it still says I'm too young to view the content ### 1/5 — Need better servers *2014-02-12, version 4.3.3* It's hard for students to use this for a class requirement when the server can't handle all of the students trying to download and use the app, also it doesn't seem to work for blackberry users, still not sure why I need it ### 1/5 — Crashy, crashy, CRAPPY! *2014-01-22, version 4.3.2* Unusable due to the fact that it crashes EVERY time I try to invite contacts. Try again! ### 2/5 — not what I was looking for *2014-08-20, version 4.5.4* but in all fairness it could be a good place for photo sharing from a wedding. I think the definition of what this app did was misleading. ### 3/5 — Social Community *2014-01-12, version 4.3.1* Enjoy the app, especially during events. Wish I could get it on other devices. Definitely like the photo gallery feature. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Great App! *2016-05-24, version 4.8.5* This is a great way to stay connected with friends and family! Aside from using this app in various personal and professional settings of my life, it is a great way to archive my personal pictures and experiences. I love that I don't have to worry about my bonfyre friends seeing everything I post; it's a great way to maintain privacy. Also, whoever writes these update descriptions is an hysterical genius. ### 5/5 — Great App *2016-02-22, version 4.7.9* Love Bonfyre it's a great app and s great way to communicate ### 5/5 — Connect with Bonfyre *2015-10-11, version 4.7.3* Bonfyre has been an awesome app for getting and staying connected with people and conversations that are important to me. ### 5/5 — Favorite new app *2015-08-21, version 4.7.2* Love this! Great way to connect with groups of friends. ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2015-06-28, version 4.6.15* My sons troop went to CO and I felt like I was right there with him because I got to see everything they did! Great app!!!!! ### 5/5 — Nice to be in control of my social media *2015-02-01, version 4.6.5* We use Bonfyre at work every day and it is a great way to keep everyone connected and engaged. Love the recent updates! ### 5/5 — My family loves it *2015-01-27, version 4.6.5* Great for sharing pictures and group chatting back and forth! ### 5/5 — Great app for your next event! *2015-01-27, version 4.6.5* The new version is sleek and continues the focus on real-time chat, photo and video sharing but now with great features like surveys useful for any event like a conference, celebration or meeting. ### 5/5 — Amazing party app! *2014-11-26, version 4.6.2* We used this and had it displaying pics during our corporate holiday party 700+ party goers and app was ROCK solid! ### 5/5 — Controlled Access! *2014-11-18, version 4.6.1* If you're not using Bonfyre now, you will. Share with your circle and that's it. Much cooler than group texting. More private than other options. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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