# BuzzMeIn vs 5 Second Rule

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BuzzMeIn at none against 5 Second Rule's 1. BuzzMeIn also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 45%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 5 Second Rule's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 46 months) and ratings volume (10K vs 21). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 5 Second Rule sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. BuzzMeIn asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for BuzzMeIn against 4.7 for 5 Second Rule. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 5 Second Rule has 10K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of BuzzMeIn's written reviews are positive against 45% of 5 Second Rule's.

BuzzMeIn ships an update every 46 months, 5 Second Rule every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BuzzMeIn | 5 Second Rule |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buzzmein/id1109830835/reviews) | **[4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-second-rule-group-games/id1441645718/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 44.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 46 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#45** |
| Size | 2 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Lindsay Bridgman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1109830834) | [Boris Mikic](https://appshunter.io/developer/715048836) |

## What reviewers say

### BuzzMeIn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buzzmein/id1109830835)

Transform your iOS devices into a game show buzzer system. Connect up to 8 devices via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for team challenges and Q&A sessions. Easily connect, buzz, and reset with a simple interface.

**Highlights:** Connect up to 8 iOS devices, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, Simple one-tap connect, Visual and audio buzz alerts, Easy reset function, Ideal for team challenges and Q&A

**In-app purchases:** none


### 5 Second Rule

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5-second-rule-group-games/id1441645718)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Word, #62 Top Free · Word, #110 Top Free · Card, #182 Top Grossing · Card (US App Store)

This is a fast-paced party game for groups where players must answer a question with three answers in just five seconds. Fail to answer in time, and face a fun punishment. Includes normal and adult-themed card decks for varied party experiences.

**Highlights:** Answer questions in 5 seconds, Come up with 3 answers, Buzzer timer, Punishments for failure, Normal card deck, Sexy card deck

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Fun game
- 👍 Great for groups/parties
- 😊 Enjoyable with friends/partner
- 🐶 Cute dog review prompt

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model ($3/week)
- 🤔 Unclear free trial/subscription details
- ⏱️ Very short time limits (5 seconds)
- 🤨 Some questionable/inappropriate content

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription continues even after app deletion
- Inability to access paid content after subscription
- Crashes and compatibility issues with updates

**Requested features**

- One-time purchase option to unlock all content
- More free content/decks
- Adjustable time limits
- Better subscription management/cancellation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BuzzMeIn free?

BuzzMeIn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 5 Second Rule free?

5 Second Rule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BuzzMeIn or 5 Second Rule?

5 Second Rule is rated higher. BuzzMeIn averages 4.5 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while 5 Second Rule averages 4.7 from 10K ratings.

### Do BuzzMeIn or 5 Second Rule have ads?

Neither BuzzMeIn nor 5 Second Rule shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BuzzMeIn or 5 Second Rule?

BuzzMeIn ships an update every 46 months, and 5 Second Rule every 3 weeks. Most recently, BuzzMeIn was updated on October 24, 2026 and 5 Second Rule on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*