# First Round’s On Me (FROM) — The IRL Social App

> Social app rewarding real-life meetups with drink credits at curated NYC venues. (iPhone/iPad app by First Round Is On Me, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-rounds-on-me-from/id1535562075 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [First Round Is On Me, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1535562077)
- Category: Lifestyle, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.94/5 from 3,982 App Store ratings · 339 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 155 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-02-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-rounds-on-me-from/id1535562075/reviews.md

## What is First Round’s On Me (FROM)?

What if the only way to use a social app…was to actually be social?

First Round’s On Me (FROM) is an approval-only social app that rewards you for making plans, and showing up. It’s for the friends escaping the endless group chats, the coworkers who need an excuse to leave Slack, for the couples remembering why date night matters. Just a drink, time and place with your people at our curated list of New York City’s top bars, restaurants and cafés.

[ FIND YOUR PEOPLE ]
• Add the friends you want to catch up with, or discover new connections near you. 

[ CONNECTION SHOULDN'T BE COMPLICATED ]
•  Sync your calendar, see when your people are free, and share your availability all in one place.

[ MAKE A PLAN IN SECONDS ]
• Pick a Drink, Time & Place, then send the invite—done.

[ GET REWARDED FOR SHOWING UP ]
• Receive & redeem drink credits.

[ QUALITY VENUES FOR QUALITY MEMBERS ]
•  Redeem those drink credits at our curated list of New York City’s top bars, restaurants and cafés. Enjoy a round on us with a two-drink minimum

[ SAFETY YOU CAN TRUST ]
• Referral and waitlist only membership that fosters a community-first culture.

[ UPGRADE FOR EVEN BETTER CONNECTION ]
• Everything in our Classic membership, plus 50 credits each month, access to The Social Club in Chelsea, a complimentary coffee every day, guest passes & plus-one privileges, along with free entry to all events.

[ A COMMUNITY BEYOND THE APP ]
• A Members club in the heart of Manhattan, city guides, and curated events—because we know that real community lives offline.

▶ WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ◀

”In an industry that relies on the steady demand for human connection, FROM is emerging as a strong new player.” - LA Times

“Their physical space dovetails with the app’s design, perfect for in-person connection.” - NY Post

“An app is inspired by a time when people met organically.” – Yahoo.com

 “A movement in the human connection space” - Pulse 2.0

You have no more excuses not to get that drink. We make it easy to plan, meet, and connect in real life—with the people who matter. Download First Round’s On Me (F.R.O.M) today. 


• Terms of Use: https://www.firstroundsonme.co/termsofservice
 • Privacy Policy: https://www.firstroundsonme.co/privacypolicy
 • Podcast: https://www.firstroundsonme.co/podcast
 • Events: https://www.firstroundsonme.co/events

## Key features

- Plan meetups with friends
- Discover new connections
- Sync calendars for availability
- Redeem drink credits
- Access curated NYC venues
- Referral-only membership
- Exclusive member events

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Blush | $14.99 | per month |
| Terracotta | $24.99 | per month |
| Olive | $9.99 | per month |
| Olive | $59.99 | per year |
| Blush | $89.99 | per year |
| Terracotta | $149.99 | per year |
| Signature | $49.99 | per month |
| Plus Subscription (3 Months) | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Plus Subscription (1 Month) | $14.99 | per month |
| All-In Subscription (3 Months) | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| All-In Subscription (6 Months) | $74.99 | per 6 months |
| Plus Subscription (6 Months) | $44.99 | per 6 months |
| All-In Subscription (1 Month) | $24.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 12 Super Sips | $24.99 | one-time |
| 3 Super Sips | $7.99 | one-time |
| 50 Super Sips | $59.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of First Round’s On Me (FROM)?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 💡 Unique concept of meeting in person
- 👍 Easy to use and get started
- 🚀 Efficient way to set up dates
- 🤝 Encourages real connections

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Limited user pool in certain areas
- 🚫 Issues with fake/inactive profiles
- 💰 Paid features required to fully utilize
- 🤷‍♀️ Unclear processes and notifications

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Date requests not showing up
- Profile photos not loading properly
- Inability to change account details
- Inconsistent app behavior and crashes

**Most requested features**

- More filter and customization options
- Ability to change location/search radius
- Better safety and reporting features
- Improved chat and date management

## Recent user reviews (10 of 339)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-rounds-on-me-from/id1535562075/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ts trash

*2026-04-07, version 1.9.4*

Genuinely makes u wait 24-48 hrs to review ur profile and doesn’t let u just delete your account genuinely trash

### 1/5 — Scam app

*2026-03-28, version 1.9.4*

They never approve your profile but ask personal info. They are selling information without permission

### 1/5 — Scam - Data harvesting

*2026-03-19, version 1.9.3*

Applied to join a few months ago then they randomly reached out with no context via email and via text. The whole sign of process gave the illusion that it's an exclusive community but literally they're just collecting all the information that you give them. If you look at the reviews that are rating them five star they're questionable and even show like they were written by AI.

### 1/5 — Waiting for months and still nothing

*2026-03-19, version 1.9.3*

I downloaded this app months ago and I am still on some waitlist this app is completely useless either approve me or tell me something

### 1/5 — Trash

*2026-02-25, version 1.9.1*

Profiles I connected with were scams. I was also active for over a year and then I’m suddenly placed on a waiting list. Customer service won’t even respond for help.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2026-02-08, version 1.9.1*

it is a decentit a decent app is not bad at all I like it so far but my only problem is, I can’t get back into my account

### 3/5 — Problems signing on!

*2026-02-06, version 1.9.1*

Since the app upgrade. I still haven’t been able to sign on to my profile. And my account is paid up to January 2026. Can you please help me with signing on the app. So I can check and see if I have any possible dates.

Thank You!

PS
The new sign on looks amazing.👍🏾

### 1/5 — Glitches and doesn’t open

*2026-02-05, version 1.9.1*

Not sure why there are so many positive reviews on this one. I’ve tried opening the app multiple times only for it to glitch and close unexpectedly.

### 1/5 — Scam

*2026-01-29, version 1.9.1*

I did my entire profile set up and it said “only time will tell. We’re reviewing your profile to keep our community safe” and it’s been 2 weeks and I’ve heard nothing and when I open the app, it just shows the same “only time will tell” screen.

### 1/5 — Data harvesting scam

*2026-01-17, version 1.9.0*

Do not fall for this. They are harvesting your data.

## Frequently asked questions about First Round’s On Me (FROM)

### What is First Round's On Me (FROM)?

First Round's On Me (FROM) is an approval-only social app designed to encourage real-life interactions. It rewards users for making and attending plans, facilitating meetups at a curated selection of New York City's top bars, restaurants, and cafes.

### How does the app reward users?

Users receive and can redeem drink credits for showing up to planned meetups. These credits can be used at the app's partner venues, with a two-drink minimum purchase required to redeem them.

### What are the membership options?

The app offers a Classic membership which is referral and waitlist only. An upgrade option provides additional benefits like monthly credits, access to a private club, daily coffee, guest passes, and free event entry.

### Where can I use the app's rewards?

Drink credits can be redeemed at a curated list of New York City's top bars, restaurants, and cafes that are featured within the app. These venues are selected for quality and to facilitate in-person connections.

### Is this app available outside of New York City?

Based on the description, the app specifically highlights curated venues in New York City. While it facilitates making plans, the redemption of rewards and access to specific venues are currently focused on NYC.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.4 — 2026-03-23

Minor fixes - We tidied up how profiles look and improved check-in flow further!

### 1.9.3 — 2026-03-18

Bug fixes - Images look sharp and our redemption flow is optimized

### 1.9.2 — 2026-03-16

FROM has evolved into a social platform built to make real-life connection effortless. Our latest update introduces powerful new tools designed to simplify planning, coordinate schedules, and help you discover great places to meet while continuing to reward you for showing up. By removing the friction that usually keeps plans stuck in the group chat, FROM makes it easier than ever to go from “we should hang out” to “we actually did.”

Social Calendar
Instantly see the best times to meet. Sync your external google calendars and we’ll suggest times around your existing schedule, helping everyone find the perfect time without the back-and-forth or double-booking.

Group Plans (Premium)
Planning just got even easier. Send an invite to multiple friends at once and coordinate group plans without the group chat.

New Maps Experience
Finding places is finally effortless! Filter smarter, preview locations instantly, and see what's nearby with total clarity.

Referral Program
Invite friends and earn 2 credits per signup. New users get 6 credits via the referral + 4 extra credits as a welcome gift. Everyone wins!

Send Credits to Friends
Share the love! Gift credits to friends (Classic: 1/month; Signature: unlimited) and help them discover amazing places within the FROM network.

### 1.9.1 — 2026-01-29

Minor bug fixes

### 1.9.0 — 2025-12-19

Smoother, snappier, happier: Minor fixes under the hood for a nicer ride.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*