InterNations vs LoopIn
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Connect with internationals globally
- Discover curated events
- Meet people with shared interests
- Get expat tips
- Network in 420 cities
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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!
LoopIn
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LoopIn is the simple way to keep a recurring plan alive — weekly dinner, run club, book club, gym sessions — without a group chat that nobody reads. Create a loop, invite people with a short code, and everyone RSVPs right from their phone. Friends who don't have the app yet can RSVP from a link in their browser — no download required to say they're in. • Weekly recurring plans with a clear "who's in" view • RSVP states: Going, Maybe, Waiting, Can't go • Reminders sent to the whole loop, with per-person mute controls • A home screen widget showing this week's plan at a glance • Address search with directions built in • Simple host tools: reset the invite code, remove or report a member • Sign in with Apple — no separate password to remember LoopIn Plus is an optional auto-renewing subscription that unlocks unlimited loops, Calendar sync, past weeks, and holiday skips. Terms of Use: https://tryloopin.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://tryloopin.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: LoopIn at none against InterNations's shown. LoopIn also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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
Both are free to download. InterNations sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month and LoopIn sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
InterNations ships an update every 2 months, LoopIn every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | InterNations | LoopIn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (5.2K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 35.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5.2K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | InterNations GmbH | HitScore Labs LLC |
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
LoopIn
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
InterNations
- 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
LoopIn
- Plus Monthly$4.991 Month
- Plus Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year









