Comparison

Complex vs Lowheads

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

Head to head
About

Complex

Discover exclusive product drops, stay updated on the latest cultural trends in fashion, music, and streetwear. Shop directly from curated articles and videos, and access artist merchandise and vinyl collections.

Highlights
  • Access exclusive product drops
  • Daily cultural content updates
  • Curated marketplace for streetwear
  • Shoppable articles and videos
  • Artist merchandise and vinyl picks
  • Drop alerts for new releases
Features
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Key Features Access to Exclusive Drops Shop limited product releases only available in the Complex App. From rare brand collabs to limited-run artist merch and fashion exclusives, stay ahead of the curve and never miss a drop. Stay Close to the Culture Browse fresh, content daily - from fashion editorials and music updates to sneaker news and viral moments. Tap into stories that break first on Complex and shape the cultural conversation. Curated & Exclusive Content From deep dives on emerging trends to behind-the-scenes features, Complex brings you stories that matter now. Everything is written by editors shaping the culture- not chasing it. Complex Cover Stories Go deep with the biggest names in music, fashion, and entertainment. Complex Cover delivers original longform features, in-depth interviews, and rich visuals you won’t find anywhere else - made for readers who want more than a headline. Shoppable Articles and Videos Shop while you scroll. Our editorial features and videos are integrated with products, so you can instantly tap into the looks, pieces, and drops you see. Curated Marketplace Discover over 100 of the world’s coolest streetwear and lifestyle brands. From iconic labels to emerging designers, explore sneakers, hoodies, bags, jewelry, home goods, and collectibles - expertly curated by the Complex Style team. Seamless Purchase Experience Checkout is fast, simple, and secure. Use Apple Pay or Shop Pay to purchase in seconds - no forms, no friction, just instant shopping so you never miss a product drop. Artist Merch Access official merch from your favorite artists. From capsule collections to exclusive tour pieces, Complex brings you music-inspired fashion that’s always authentic and on point. Vinyl Collection Picks For collectors and audiophiles alike, explore editor-curated vinyl releases across hip hop, R&B, and cult classics. Whether you’re building your shelf or spinning daily, find records that sound as good as they look. Drop Alerts Receive news about upcoming drops and get notified when drops go live. Because culture moves fast, and now you never miss a moment. Past Collaborators & Cultural Icons We’ve worked with and feature products from some of the most iconic names in music, fashion, and art, including: Billie Eilish, Travis Scott, A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi, BLACKPINK, Post Malone, Juice WRLD, Olivia Rodrigo, Pharrell, 21 Savage, Justin Bieber, Eminem, Lil Baby, Ice Spice, Karol G. Why Complex? Complex doesn’t just cover culture - it helps shape it. For over 20 years, Complex has been the go-to source for what’s next in music, streetwear, fashion, and internet culture. Now, the Complex App makes that influence interactive: original stories, curated shopping, and insider drops - all in one place. We don’t just tell you what’s trending - we connect you to the brands, artists, and products behind it. This is where discovery meets credibility. Download Now To: • Shop exclusive fashion and sneaker drops from 100+ brands • Access to Complex News, Style, and Music content • Browse shoppable articles and videos with integrated product links • Watch original Complex video series like “Sneaker Shopping” • Get notified for upcoming drops • Discover the best in artist merch, vinyl records, and streetwear • Get insider updates on ComplexCon artists, vendors, and brand collabs Complex: Download the app. Stay close to the culture.

About

Lowheads

Discover and shop unique fashion from emerging independent designers and underground streetwear brands worldwide. Support creators directly with every purchase, fostering a sustainable future for independent fashion.

Highlights
  • Explore 200+ emerging labels
  • Curated marketplace
  • Access limited drops and exclusive capsules
  • Read editorial features and style stories
  • Direct support for designers
  • Discover underground streetwear
Features
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At Lowheads, we connect you directly to the next generation of fashion — independent designers, underground labels, and emerging streetwear brands redefining what style means today. Lowheads is a curated marketplace built for discovery. Every brand we feature was chosen for its craft, originality, and story. You won’t find algorithm-driven fast fashion here — only real creators producing work that matters. Every sale goes straight to the designer — the person who cut, sewed, pressed, and built the piece from the ground up. There are no corporate cuts, no middlemen, no inflated markups — just creators and their craft. When you shop here, you’re helping designers pay rent, fund their next drop, and keep their dreams alive. We believe in value over exposure and community over competition. Our goal is to make independent fashion sustainable — to give small labels the same visibility as major brands, without losing what makes them special. WHAT YOU’LL FIND Underground Designers: Explore 200+ emerging labels from around the world, from Los Angeles to Tokyo to London. Curated Marketplace: Every item is hand-selected for its quality, design, and cultural relevance. Limited Drops: Access exclusive capsules and small-batch releases before they sell out. Editorial Features: Go beyond shopping with interviews, lookbooks, and style stories from the underground scene. Direct-to-Designer Support: Every purchase directly supports the people behind the brand — no predatory commissions. WHY LOWHEADS EXISTS Fashion has become too corporate, too automated, too fast. The underground still believes in craft, individuality, and substance — and that’s where Lowheads lives. We’re not a big retailer. We’re a community-driven marketplace built to support independent creativity. Every designer on Lowheads is verified, every piece tells a story, and every drop helps keep the underground alive. If you care about the details — the texture, the process, the thought behind what you wear — this is your space. JOIN THE MOVEMENT Lowheads isn’t just about shopping. It’s about building a future for independent fashion — one where creativity is valued and originality wins. Download Lowheads to explore underground fashion, shop emerging designers, and be part of the culture shaping what comes next. Feed the underground.

Screenshots

Complex4 screens
Lowheads4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Complex at none against Lowheads's shown. Complex also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 68%) and ratings volume (832 vs 243). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Complex against 4.9 for Lowheads. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 832 and 243 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of Complex's written reviews are positive against 68% of Lowheads's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Complex ships an update every 2 weeks, Lowheads every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Complex versus Lowheads: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComplexLowheads
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (832 ratings)4.9 (243 ratings)
Positive reviews94.4% of reviews — better68.4% of reviews
Number of ratings832 — better243
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB74 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperComplex Media, Inc.Lowheads LLC

Customer experience

Complex

All ratings832 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%

Lowheads

All ratings243 ratings
Positive97.5%
Neutral0.8%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive68.4%
Neutral10.5%
Negative21.1%

User reviews

Complex

From 832 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Mobile friendly
  • 🚀 Smooth and responsive experience
  • 🛍️ Seamless integration with commerce
  • 🎨 Slick and intuitive UI
  • 📲 Everything in one place

Lowheads

From 243 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Creative and diverse clothing
  • 🤩 Amazing and good clothes
  • 🔥 Fire clothes and heat
  • 💯 Goated for good clothes
  • 🌟 Great selection of clothing

Room to improve

  • 🚚 Slow and expensive shipping
  • 💸 Unexpected custom fees
  • ⏳ Long wait times for delivery
  • 💵 Unclear currency (USD)
  • 📉 High prices

Bugs and requests

Complex

No bugs or feature requests surfaced in reviews.

Lowheads

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Laggy app
  • Shipping delays (items sitting in warehouse)

Requested features

2 requests
  • Make app like the website
  • Specify currency (USD)

In-app purchases

None

Complex

No in-app purchases

None

Lowheads

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Complex free?
Complex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lowheads free?
Lowheads is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Complex or Lowheads?
Complex and Lowheads are both rated 4.9 out of 5 on the App Store, from 832 and 243 ratings respectively.
Do Complex or Lowheads have ads?
Lowheads shows ads; Complex does not.
Which is updated more often, Complex or Lowheads?
Complex ships an update every 2 weeks, and Lowheads every 3 weeks. Most recently, Complex was updated on September 24, 2026 and Lowheads on September 20, 2026.

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