Comparison

ClickFriends vs VIMciety

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

Head to head
About

ClickFriends

Connect with people nearby by sending requests, chatting, and swapping contact details. Browse users on a map and manage your profile visibility. Offers a guest mode for browsing.

Highlights
  • Find local users on a map
  • Send and accept friend requests
  • Chat with friends
  • Hide/unhide profile
  • Guest browsing mode
  • Swap contact details
Features
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Has someone nearby caught your eye? Just looking to meet some new local people? Too shy to approach that someone special? Then use ClickFriends app to send them a quick request, add them to your friends list, chat and swap contact details! We also have a Preview Mode that lets you access the app and browse the map as a Guest User. Unlock all features. Hide / Unhide your profile from the map as required. Accept and Send requests to other users Send and Read chat message from other users. Please note in order to send requests and chat you will first need to: Sign up Verify your email address Complete your profile Upload a photo of yourself Upgrade to a paid membership or subscription After logging in you can start your search. The app automatically finds your location and then shows you on the map to all other users including Guest Users. You can drag and zoom in/out on the map to find more users. Friends List: All users who accept your request are shown in your friends list, here you can conveniently remove or chat with friends. Hide profile: Your profile avatar is removed off the map in the following scenarios: You press hide button You log out The app is in the background You close the app Meeting up with someone you clicked with? Make sure to read out 'Staying Safe' tips. So don't wait, try ClickFriends today and who knows who you might meet! There are two options to become a member: 1 - One Month Membership: A one off in app purchase for 1 month for £1.99 2 - Ongoing Monthly Subscription: Auto renewing monthly subscription charged as £0.99 per month Should you choose to upgrade to a Premium subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You may cancel automatic renewal and manage your subscription by selecting Manage App Subscriptions in your iTunes Account settings and selecting the subscription you want to modify. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a Premium subscription, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://clickfriends.app/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://clickfriends.app/terms-of-service/

About

VIMciety

This social networking app combines classic social media features with modern innovation. Users can express themselves through rich posts, customize their profiles, and build genuine connections within a safe and welcoming community. It offers tools for creative expression and authentic interaction.

Highlights
  • Rich media posts (text, images, video, music)
  • Deeply customizable user profiles
  • Community message boards
  • Built-in moderation tools
  • Content filtering
  • Report/block features
Features
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the ultimate social community where the best features of classic social media meet the innovation of the future! Whether you're looking to connect with like-minded friends, share your passions, or build a truly unique online presence, your new digital home. We believe social media should be about authentic connection and creative expression, so we’ve brought back the deep customization of the internet's golden age and supercharged it for today. Here is what you can do on: Express Yourself Fully Share your world your way! Create rich, dynamic posts featuring text, stunning images, videos, and even embedded music to set the perfect vibe for your followers. Customize Your Space Say goodbye to boring, cookie-cutter pages. Stand out with deeply customizable user profiles! Add your own avatar, write a unique bio, and set custom background images to make your profile a true reflection of you. Build Real Connections Find your people. Follow your favorite creators, discover new friends, and dive into engaging discussions on our active community message boards. A Safe & Welcoming Environment Enjoy peace of mind while you scroll. This app includes built-in community moderation tools, automated content filtering, and easy report/block features to keep the timeline positive and safe for everyone. Join the movement today and experience a social network built for true community, creativity, and connection. Download the app and start building your space! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ClickFriends4 screens
VIMciety4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: VIMciety at every 3 weeks against ClickFriends's every 4 months. ClickFriends's advantage is iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. ClickFriends sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and VIMciety sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ClickFriends ships an update every 4 months, VIMciety every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ClickFriends versus VIMciety: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClickFriendsVIMciety
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB27 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperMoocher LtdAtkins in Home Care, LLC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ClickFriends

Subscriptions1
  • Ongoing Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • One Month Membership$1.99
2 purchases

VIMciety

Subscriptions2
  • +VIMplus$9.991 Month
  • VERIFIED VIM$19.991 Month

Questions

Is ClickFriends free?
ClickFriends is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VIMciety free?
VIMciety is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ClickFriends or VIMciety have ads?
Both ClickFriends and VIMciety show ads.
Which is updated more often, ClickFriends or VIMciety?
ClickFriends ships an update every 4 months, and VIMciety every 3 weeks. Most recently, ClickFriends was updated on November 2, 2026 and VIMciety on October 31, 2026.

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