TalkMaker (Talk Remind) vs FanPlus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TalkMaker (Talk Remind)
Create fun and imaginative chat stories with virtual friends. This app allows you to design conversations in a chat format, perfect for parody and storytelling without needing real friends to participate. Easily add dates, modify messages, and share your creations.
- Create virtual friends
- 1:1 and group chat simulation
- Add and edit date lines
- Modify message times and content
- Apply default chat themes
- Send photos and voice/face calls
- Capture and share conversations
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Get reminds of messages you want to send later [Create talk reminds] Do you have messages to be sent later? Do you want to send a message for a specific app? You can now set a reminder for a message and send later. Get a notification when you want to send a message. Just copy a message and directly open the app. Simple UI, easy set reminds. Quick write a message and connect to other apps. It's easy. Previous user for Create talk story Using the conversation-style UI, you can create your own note or craft your own stories. You no longer need to ask your friends to help you create conversations. Now, use TalkMaker to freely create fictional characters and craft entertaining stories. This app allows you to create fictional characters—rather than real conversations—to write fan fiction or make up stories. * Disclaimer TalkMaker is a creative storytelling app designed for crafting fictional, interactive conversations between characters. All chats are purely fictional and intended for fanfiction, roleplay, and creative expression only. TalkMaker must not be used to deceive, impersonate, or mislead real individuals. This app is for entertainment and storytelling purposes exclusively.
FanPlus
Engage with your favorite K-POP idols through voting, fanfiction, and community features. Support idols with special ad campaigns and connect with global fans in real-time. Discover idol photos, news, and schedules all in one place.
- K-POP Idol & Actor Voting
- Special Advertisement Supports
- FanFics with Auto-Translation
- Fandom Communities
- Real-time Idol Schedules
- Idol Photo Collection & Wallpapers
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FanPlus, the global fandom app chosen by K-POP fans around the world! Enjoy every part of being a fan in one place—from voting and live chats to support ads, fanfiction, communities, and photos. ■ Idol & Actor Ranking Votes * Collect voting tickets every day and join fans worldwide in taking your favorite star to No. 1. ■ Live Chats for Every Idol * Chat freely about your favorite idol’s latest updates, voting, and more. * Dedicated fans who vote regularly can also join exclusive private chat rooms. ■ Global Fan Support Ads * Join fans around the world in gifting your favorite star a special billboard ad. * Make every special moment—from birthdays and debut anniversaries to comebacks—even more memorable. ■ Read & Create Fanfiction * Immerse yourself in stories starring you and your favorite idol. * Enjoy fanfiction written by fans worldwide with automatic translation. * Create your own stories and earn rewards for your work. * You can also earn voting tickets by reading fanfiction and use them to support your favorite star. ■ A Fandom Community for Real-Time K-POP Updates * Keep up with everything from idol comebacks to the latest K-POP topics in one place. * Connect with fans worldwide and stay up to date on your favorite stars. ■ Find the Perfect Photos of Your Favorite Idols * Browse photos by category, from hairstyles to stage outfits. * Save your favorite photos or set them as your wallpaper. * Upload photos of your favorite idols and earn voting tickets too. ■ Available K-POP Idol Communities * BTS, IVE, RIIZE, DAY6, NCT, BLACKPINK, aespa, SEVENTEEN, NewJeans, TWS, Stray Kids, EXO, ILLIT, TXT, ZEROBASEONE, MONSTA X, ENHYPEN, BOYNEXTDOOR, Red Velvet, &TEAM, BABYMONSTER, TWICE, ATEEZ, IU, (G)I-DLE, AB6IX, ATBO, BAE173, CIX, CLC, DKZ, DRIPPIN, iKON, NiziU, NMIXX, OnlyOneOf, P1Harmony, Kang Daniel, SF9, VIVIZ, NOWADAYS, THE BOYZ, THE WIND, TVXQ, Lapillus, LE SSERAFIM, MAMAMOO, Kep1er, KISS OF LIFE, STAYC, TREASURE, tripleS, fromis_9, PLAVE, Apink, KIKI, Hearts2Hearts, Longshot, Alpha Drive One, Cortis, Kickflip, All Day Project, and many more.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TalkMaker (Talk Remind) at 84% against FanPlus's 28%. TalkMaker (Talk Remind) also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1). FanPlus's advantage is ratings volume (662 vs 41). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TalkMaker (Talk Remind) holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FanPlus has 662 ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of TalkMaker (Talk Remind)'s written reviews are positive against 28% of FanPlus's.
TalkMaker (Talk Remind) ships an update every 6 weeks, FanPlus every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TalkMaker (Talk Remind) | FanPlus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (41 ratings) — better | 4.1 (662 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 83.6% of reviews — better | 28.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 41 | 662 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 197 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Funtil Mobile | PhotoCard |
Customer experience
TalkMaker (Talk Remind)
FanPlus
Bugs and requests
TalkMaker (Talk Remind)
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
FanPlus
Reported bugs
4 issues- Voting certificates not saving
- Ads not loading properly
- Frequent log-outs
- Phone number verification issues
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- Increase friend limit
- Improve app performance
- Consistent voting rules
- Better customer support
In-app purchases
TalkMaker (Talk Remind)
No in-app purchases
FanPlus
No in-app purchases
