TDL Connect vs StudentSquare
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TDL Connect
Access your favorite dating site to discover new people, connect with matches, and manage messages and profile activity. Stay updated with instant notifications for new interactions and enjoy features like two-way matching and private messaging.
- Discover new people nearby
- Connect with top matches
- Manage messages and fans
- Instant notifications
- Two-way matching
- Private messaging
- Profile privacy controls
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Log in to your favourite dating site with TDL Connect. Discover new people in your area who share your likes and dislikes, connect with your top matches or keep up with your latest messages, fans and profile views. What makes TDL Connect so exciting? • ALWAYS CONNECTED - where you go, we go. • NEVER MISS OUT on people interested in you. • INSTANT NOTIFICATIONS of new messages, fans and mutual fans. And, of course, packed with your much-loved features: • See who you match with the help of our popular (and very clever) two-way matching. • Find out who likes you or has viewed your profile. • A variety of search options to choose from. • Private and secure messaging interface. • Choose who can see your profile photos. • Get the conversation started with a snappy one-liner. • See what you have in common with others at a glance. • Add your own private ratings or notes to profiles you've viewed. • You're in control. Block or report unsavory characters. • Your business is your business. We respect your privacy. Have an existing profile on any of The Dating Lab's sites? Log in to TDL Connect with the same username and password you use for your favourite dating site. Not a member on any of The Dating Lab's sites? Simply download TDL Connect and select the join option. ----- The app is free to download and use selected features. To unlock all features the app has to offer, we offer a range of subscription options. Simple pricing, big rewards. Subscription terms: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription. Your account will be charged for a renewed subscription within 24 hours prior to the end of current subscription. You can manage your subscription and switch off the auto-renewal by accessing your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. The current pricing starts at $39.99 USD per month. Prices are in US dollars, may vary in countries other than the US, and are subject to change without notice. If you decide not to purchase a subscription, you can simply continue using TDL Connect for free. All personal data is handled under the terms and conditions of TDL Connect's privacy policy. FAQ: www.tdlconnect.com/s/help/faq.php Safety Tips: www.tdlconnect.com/s/help/safety.php Privacy: www.tdlconnect.com/s/help/privacy.php Terms of Use: www.tdlconnect.com/s/help/terms.php Contact Us: www.tdlconnect.com/s/help/contact.php
StudentSquare
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StudentSquare is a social platform built for students to connect across campuses, discover what is happening around them, and take part in student life in one place. Whether you want to share posts, find student events, buy and sell items, or chat with other students, StudentSquare helps students connect beyond just one class, one group, or one campus. KEY FEATURES Home Feed Share posts, see student updates, react to conversations, and stay connected with what students are talking about. Events Discover student events, campus activities, parties, workshops, career sessions, tech talks, study events, sports events, and more. Marketplace Buy and sell student essentials such as textbooks, laptops, bags, fashion items, furniture, rooms, gadgets, and other useful items. Chats Message other students, continue marketplace conversations, and stay connected through private chats. Profiles Create your student profile, view posts, saved items, marketplace activity, and your student identity. Cross-Campus Connection StudentSquare is made to help students connect with other students across different campuses and institutions. WHY USE STUDENTSQUARE? • Connect with students from different campuses • Discover events and activities • Buy and sell student items • Chat with other students • Share updates, posts, and moments • Build your student profile • Stay informed about student life StudentSquare brings student life, events, marketplace, and conversations together in one simple app. Student life is better when students are connected.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StudentSquare at none against TDL Connect's 19. StudentSquare also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). TDL Connect's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads and device support 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. TDL Connect sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $13.49 per month. StudentSquare asks for nothing beyond the download.
TDL Connect ships an update every 2 months, StudentSquare weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TDL Connect | StudentSquare |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.5 (33 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 3.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 33 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Dating Lab Limited | Abraham Mabuta |
In-app purchases
TDL Connect
- Standard$13.491 Month
- Standard$14.491 Month
- Standard Subscription$15.991 Month
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- Standard$32.991 Month
- Standard$35.991 Month
- Standard$38.991 Month
- Standard$40.991 Month
- Standard Subscription$43.991 Month
- Standard$43.991 Month
- Standard$73.993 Months
- Standard$87.993 Months
- Standard$88.993 Months
- Standard$103.993 Months
- Premium$117.993 Months
- Premium$134.993 Months
- Standard$149.996 Months
- Standard$154.996 Months
- Premium$154.993 Months
- Standard$229.991 Year
StudentSquare
No in-app purchases









