# Neon Coat — user reviews > 51 indexed App Store user reviews of Neon Coat by Neon Coat LLC, rated 4.02/5 from 162 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-coat/id1183438415/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neon-coat/id1183438415.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 115 · 4★ 4 · 3★ 4 · 2★ 4 · 1★ 31 ## What do users think of Neon Coat? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - ✨ Life-changing opportunities for models - 💖 Access to free experiences (dining, beauty, etc.) - 🤝 Supportive community and networking - 👍 Easy interface and straightforward use - 🚀 Vetted businesses and professional models - 💡 Innovative platform for collaborations - 🌟 Great for exploring the city (NYC) - ✅ Responsive support team - 🎁 Generous offers and perks - 💯 Legit model app **Cons** - 😞 Approval process geared towards models, not food/travel creators - 💸 Some users report paying for collaborations - 🚫 Bans for unclear reasons - 👎 Misleading portrayal of intentions - 📍 Limited business options outside LA/NYC - 🤷‍♀️ Difficulty getting approved for independent models - ❌ Not open to all models (e.g., older models, unrepresented) - 🗣️ Poor communication from support - 🚫 Claims of not allowing male models, but evidence suggests otherwise - 📉 Brands stopping partnerships due to issues **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes on opening - Cannot open after upgrade - App not working - Cannot connect to Instagram - Error message when connecting to Instagram - Error uploading portfolio images - App crashes on splash screen - Cannot exit application without deleting - App crashes when opening a category **Most requested features** - Expand beyond current markets (towns and states) - Include more businesses in LA - More transparency about brands they work with - Rebrand to be more inclusive of different creator types ## Newest reviews (16 of 51) ### 2/5 — It’s for models *2026-06-23, version 3.9.24* If you’re a food or travel creator, this may not be the platform for you. Neon Coat started as a modeling-focused platform, and despite adding restaurants and dining experiences, the approval process still seems geared more toward models and traditional influencer aesthetics than food and travel creators. As an established food and travel creator, I was asked for a modeling portfolio. If your content is centered around restaurants, travel, and experiences rather than modeling, don’t be surprised if you’re not accepted. ### 3/5 — 😕 *2025-06-23, version 3.9.12* Can’t open after upgrade ### 2/5 — They make you pay to do collaborations! *2024-06-01, version 3.9* They banned me after I messaged them to let them know I was posting for unorganized offers and collaborations. What’s the point of advertising if I’m just going to pay out of pocket. it’s ridiculous. This app doesn’t know how brand deals actually work. I’ve been doing content creation for 10 years and if I’m doing a whole video review for you why am I paying for services? I’m not even getting paid. Such a scam. I went to the gym one time and I had a membership for a month after a week they told me my membership was no longer valid because they weren’t working with the app anymore. no notifications or update. Then another time they had the wrong address for a restaurant and I ended up paying. This app is just a headache. I’m better off getting brand deals on my own. They seriously need to rebrand and be more transparent about the brands they are working with. I noticed so many brands stopped working with them because of it. It’s embarrassing. ### 2/5 — Error message *2023-03-18, version 3.8* The app has been saying that it can’t connect to Instagram for the past several months. I’ve reached out to neon coat and no response. I’m not sure how to proceed now. Hopefully there is a way to fix the glitch. ### 4/5 — :( *2022-08-11, version 3.6* super sad because I got approved, i’m from california but I don’t live in LA or New York so I can’t go to the places ### 3/5 — Options *2021-10-23, version 3.0.5* LOVE the app it’s super easy to use and I love trying out new places in exchange for posts. However, in LA there are only 2 businesses actively using the app. In New York, sure there are beauty and spa offers but not even one in Los Angeles. They need to get more businesses on board in LA if they want to compete with Beauty Pass and INTO ### 2/5 — Agency Representation Not Enough *2021-03-15, version 2.7* I had read about neon coat and heard about it from another model. What it read lead me to believe it was for models wanting to take the reigns on their own careers and to hold some control and power over their work. I believed being represented by a modelling agency and having subsequent comp cards would be enough to qualify. Again thinking the platform was designed to help models. However I was disappointed to learn that even though I am fully signed, represented, have shot with several well known photographers and worked 5 fully paid contracts (small but not nothing). I was declined because important parameters not met were (and I quote) ‘ parameters for approval: - Instagram followers + engagement - professional modelling work’ For reference I have 6500 followers and an ER of 10%. Additionally the platform stated it wanted official models and not influencers, and yet it uses influencer metrics to evaluate applications?¿ Safe to say just very disappointed as I find the way Neon Coat portrays itself isn’t perhaps entirely true to their actual intention. I’m sure if you are already a well established model with hundreds of thousands of followers and regular work you’d get approved, but then I ask what the heck would be the point of the app? Consider me confused. ### 2/5 — Question? *2021-03-13, version 2.7* Hi! I can’t seem to get past the application where it is asking for 3 portfolio images. I keep adding my images but it will not let me upload them. It is saying error in uploading. Any advice ? Thanks! ### 5/5 — This app is amazing *2019-11-04, version 2.0* This app is amazing and I m so grateful for it. Getting all those free meals, classes and services and at the same time building relationships with so many kind and interesting people is just a blessing. Thank for improving my life in NYC!!! ### 5/5 — THE BEST MODEL APP EVER *2019-07-11, version 1.16* Neon Coat has changed my life!! Events, gifts, health, food, Community Service! I love it! Thank you so much Xoxo StacyAnn ### 5/5 — Love *2019-04-30, version 1.16* This app is amazing . It’s has change so many life . I really appreciate the entire neon coat team . They have such a big heart and want to see these model life change . It’s had change my life . ❤️❤️❤️ ### 5/5 — Great App *2019-04-14, version 1.15* Love this app, my friends and I go to eat, workout and get our hair done or facials all the times. It’s an awesome app and great to make connections with other models in the industry. ### 5/5 — The best ever *2019-04-14, version 1.15* Neon coat is the best app ever! Always giving models new and exciting things to try. I absolutely love it. The app itself works really well and is constantly being updated for better use. Love you guys! ### 5/5 — Amazing *2019-04-12, version 1.15* Amazing app ### 5/5 — Awesome app *2019-04-12, version 1.15* Live this app so much. I use it almost every day. Great idea and great service. ### 5/5 — Yes *2019-04-12, version 1.15* God bless the creators of Neon Coat! All my love ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Don't waste your time being a part of this *2024-10-17, version 3.9.1* If you want to be treated like trash by receiving food at a restaurant because you are a model, and posting a photo of that place, thinking that you will be treated with dignity, believe me, you won't be, the app doesn't care about you as a model. They just use you and when you are treated badly in one of these restaurants they don't care about you. It's better to pay to go to the restaurant, it's that simple and no one will treat you like trash. ### 1/5 — Not working *2024-09-05, version 3.9.1* App is not working! ### 1/5 — Glitchy *2022-09-13, version 3.7* Great app when it works. But mine just stopped working. Keeps saying it can’t connect to my Instagram when it’s been connected for years. The staff seem super nice and are trying to help but it just isn’t working. ### 1/5 — Scam *2019-06-18, version 1.16* Really unprofessional and rude way to manage the relations with the models. I canceled the app. ### 1/5 — Don’t bother *2019-04-11* The features on this app are so clunky. I can’t exit out of completing an application without deleting the whole thing, it won’t connect to my Instagram and my portfolio images work upload. It’s like being stuck in a fancy neon cyberspace ### 1/5 — Deserves Zero Stars *2019-03-28, version 1.15* Independent models who manage themselves deserve more credit then they get. It’s a shame this app isn’t open to independent models as well. If I can give this app zero stars I would. ### 1/5 — Takes forever to be approved *2019-01-01, version 1.12* Won't approve even though I'm signed with two of the agencies listed. Even had one of my agents contact them because I'm not on my agencies site. Pretty annoying wait time for nothing.. portfolio with agency comp card should be enough. ### 1/5 — Screw you *2018-12-19, version 1.12* They say don’t allow men LIES. I know quite a few people with this app that are male models ### 1/5 — Scam *2018-09-14, version 1.11.2* I’m an agency signed model and there are actual selective apps that do what this one promises..do not expect to find what you’re looking for here. Look elsewhere lol. ### 1/5 — Useless app *2018-05-08, version 1.9* When I applied my agency was in the middle of being bought by another agency so I did not get approved. I am signed with a few reputable agencies and can apply under them as well since they are on the list but am not able to because I am “not verified.” There hasn’t been any help to deal with this issue. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Larissa + the Neon Coat team keep you on your toes!! *2026-07-21, version 3.9.26* Literally downloaded as I’ve been growing my portfolio and decided to give it a try! The app first had issues with being accepted then someone from the team reached out personally and made sure I had a good experience logging in! Succeeded and having a blast since. An arrangement of experiences to promote and post on your socials such as fine dining, immersive experiences, modeling opportunities, I can’t wait every week to update my app and see what’s next in store. Do hope they expand beyond the current market and do different towns and states with numerous businesses. They even offer a rebate for anyone who suggests a business to them and gets accepted! Am in no way shape or form being paid or compensated for this review but you never know once you download the app what could be the next thing you get compensation for! ### 5/5 — I love NEON COAT *2025-03-12* NEON COAT has been one of my favorite and most used apps in the last five years so thankful that something like this exist. I hope they are around forever. Love Eyeoccupy_ ### 5/5 — I love NEON COAT *2024-05-22* NEON COAT has been one of my favorite and most used apps in the last five years so thankful that something like this exist. I hope they are around forever. Love Eyeoccupy_ ### 5/5 — This app is the best *2023-11-07, version 3.8.6* Thank you for all the goodies neon coat!! 🥺🥺✨✨😭😭 ### 5/5 — life-changing app & forever grateful 💗 *2022-12-08, version 3.8* I discovered this app during fashion week last season and let’s just say, I’m OBSESSED! So many amazing offers (sometimes private parties) and they’re always adding new restaurants and businesses so you never get bored :) as a model (and a foodie hehe) living in nyc, this app has helped me save so much money and gave me the opportunities to enjoy the city more 💖 thank you neon coat!! ### 5/5 — Easy interface and legit model app *2021-12-23, version 3.2* You don’t have to worry about hassling for deals because of the claiming system. The support team is also very responsive. I’ve truly gotten to enjoy the city more with this app ### 5/5 — Amazing *2021-11-30, version 3.1* I never write reviews but I love this app, thank you so much. ### 5/5 — This app is awesome! *2021-03-15, version 2.7* I love that Neon Coat vets businesses and professional models alike to make sure any offer claimed is safe and legit for both parties. It provides so many opportunities for professional models to expand our network and for brands to boost their social presence! Thank you Neon Coat! 💛 ### 5/5 — Buzz *2020-03-22, version 2.5* Wonderful way to help create the right atmosphere at our location while maximizing models social networks!! ### 5/5 — Best app out there for models *2019-11-10, version 2.0* As a new model, who is new to NYC, and also a homebody- this app has changed my life!!! It has allowed me to make friends, have a reason to leave the house, and try restaurants and experiences I would’ve never been able to afford. This is my favorite app out of all the ones for models because it is the easiest to navigate and use when posting. They make it simple, straightforward, and it’s so amazing it sometimes feels too good to be true!! I Love it so much! Thank you Neon Coat!!! --- *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 2026-08-16.*