Comparison

InterNations vs Mapin

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

Head to head
About

InterNations

Connect with expats and global minds in cities worldwide. Discover curated events, meet people with shared interests, and get advice from experienced expatriates. This app facilitates building a social network abroad.

Highlights
  • Connect with internationals globally
  • Discover curated events
  • Meet people with shared interests
  • Get expat tips
  • Network in 420 cities
Features
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Trouble with finding friends abroad? InterNations is here for you! With communities in 420 cities around the world, InterNations is the world’s largest network for people living and working abroad — making it easy for YOU to meet expats and global minds both online and face-to-face. With our app, you can: • Connect with internationals in your city and around the world • Discover a range of curated events and experiences • Meet people who share your interests at activities you’ll love • Get real-life tips from experienced expats • And more! Membership information: You can download this app for free, but an InterNations membership is required to use it. InterNations offers free and paid membership options. Availability and pricing depend on your location and selected subscription period. Subscription terms: Paid subscriptions automatically renew 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your iTunes account will be charged in full for the selected duration. To prevent auto renewal, you need to turn it off in your iTunes account settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy policy: [https://www.internations.org/privacy-policy/] Terms of use: [https://www.internations.org/terms-and-conditions/] We are present in 420 cities around the world, including: Amsterdam (Netherlands), Bangalore (India), Bangkok (Thailand), Barcelona (Spain), Brussels (Belgium), Doha (Qatar), Dubai (UAE), Geneva (Switzerland), Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Kuwait City (Kuwait), London (UK), Manama (Bahrain), Mexico City (Mexico), Munich (Germany), New York (USA), Panama City (Panama), Paris (France), Quito (Ecuador), Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), Rome (Italy), San José (Costa Rica), Shanghai (China), Singapore, Sydney (Australia), and Toronto (Canada). Enjoy the international experience!

About

Mapin

Discover real-time events, nightlife, and people in any city. Explore live happenings, share moments through photos and videos, and connect with others who share your interests. Find hidden parties and recommended spots, or even host your own events.

Highlights
  • Real-time event discovery
  • Live nightlife insights
  • User-generated content (photos/videos)
  • Interactive map with live pins
  • Connect with local and global users
  • Host and promote events
  • Friend activity tracking
Features
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Mapin - Find the best places, nightlife, events and people in every city! Every city has hotspots, hidden parties, and cool people – but they’re hard to find! With Mapin, you’ll have the best way to explore your city in real-time. • See what’s happening around you and never miss an upcoming event • Discover happenings that represent live events and nightlife entertainment with people sharing their moments • Photos and videos, offering an authentic insight into the here and now and showcase the real vibe of the event • Discover live pins from the community on the map – nearby or across the world! • Get the best way to see daily what is recommended and which happenings are currently live • Host and promote your own happening and let people rate the live event • You will be notified shortly before the happening start, never miss the best parties • See what your friends are up to right now • Connect with people near you, those who joined the happening or anywhere in the world who share your interests • Engage in lively discussions and share recommendations through comments • New locations with new events are added every week! Contact and Feedback: We welcome your feedback and suggestions. Contact us at: info@mapin.ch • Terms of Service - https://www.mapin.social/terms • Privacy Policy - https://www.mapin.social/privacy Join us on this exciting journey and be among the first to explore the world through Mapin.

Screenshots

InterNations4 screens
Mapin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: InterNations at 4.6 against Mapin's 3.0. InterNations also leads on ratings volume (5.2K vs 2). Mapin's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. InterNations sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Mapin asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

InterNations holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: InterNations has 5.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 35% of InterNations's written reviews are positive against 50% of Mapin's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

InterNations ships an update every 2 months, Mapin every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
InterNations versus Mapin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterNationsMapin
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (5.2K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews35.3% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.2K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB130 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperInterNations GmbHDenis Galfano

Customer experience

InterNations

All ratings5,193 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral5.1%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews573 reviews
Positive35.3%
Neutral7.3%
Negative57.4%

Mapin

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

InterNations

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Notifications not clearing properly
  • Messaging feature not working reliably
  • Inability to edit or delete messages
  • Inconsistent app behavior across devices
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  • Membership status not updating correctly

Requested features

6 requests
  • Improved app stability and performance
  • Easier membership management and cancellation
  • Better moderation of profiles and messages
  • More affordable membership options
  • Improved event organization and notification system
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  • Better integration with calendar and contacts

Mapin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

InterNations

Subscriptions5
  • InterNations One Membership$17.991 Month
  • Premium Membership (3 months)$59.993 Months
  • InterNations One Membership$69.996 Months
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  • InterNations One Membership$79.991 Year
  • Premium Membership (12 months)$129.991 Year
None

Mapin

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is InterNations free?
InterNations is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mapin free?
Mapin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, InterNations or Mapin?
InterNations is rated higher. InterNations averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while Mapin averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do InterNations or Mapin have ads?
InterNations shows ads; Mapin does not.
Which is updated more often, InterNations or Mapin?
InterNations ships an update every 2 months, and Mapin every 3 weeks. Most recently, InterNations was updated on October 24, 2026 and Mapin on October 24, 2026.

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