# IDOLCHAMP vs LiNC(링크)

The clearest difference is ads: LiNC(링크) at none against IDOLCHAMP's shown. IDOLCHAMP's advantage is ratings volume (904 vs 15) and review sentiment (65% vs 54%). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IDOLCHAMP sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $8.49 per month and LiNC(링크) sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

IDOLCHAMP holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IDOLCHAMP has 904 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of IDOLCHAMP's written reviews are positive against 54% of LiNC(링크)'s.

IDOLCHAMP ships an update every 2 weeks, LiNC(링크) every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IDOLCHAMP | LiNC(링크) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.3 (904 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idolchamp/id1185735018/reviews)** | [3.1 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **904** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | **65.4% of reviews** | 53.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 224 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MBC PLUS CO.,LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1185735017) | [STAYGE Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1090462838) |

## What reviewers say

### IDOLCHAMP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idolchamp/id1185735018)

Support your favorite K-Pop idols by voting in weekly music show pre-voting and participating in various fan events. Earn rewards and unlock exclusive artist benefits, including advertisements and merchandise. Access exclusive broadcast content and engage with a vibrant K-Pop community.

**Highlights:** Music show pre-voting, Fan event participation, Artist advertising support, Exclusive broadcast content, K-Pop idol quizzes, Fandom community

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 아챔패스 | $8.49 | per month |
| 100 Ruby Chamsim | $0.99 | one-time |
| 350 Ruby Chamsim | $2.99 | one-time |
| 590 Ruby Chamsim | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1,200 Ruby Chamsim | $8.99 | one-time |
| 1,400 Ruby Chamsim | $8.99 | one-time |
| 3,800 Ruby Chamsim | $24.99 | one-time |
| 6,600 Ruby Chamism | $39.99 | one-time |
| 8,200 Ruby Chamsim | $39.99 | one-time |
| 13,500 Ruby Chamsim | $74.99 | one-time |
| 35,000 Ruby Chamsim | $129.99 | one-time |
| 27,500 Ruby Chamsim | $154.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Easy to use and navigate
- 🎉 Fun and engaging features
- 🤝 Supports international fans
- 🎨 Visually appealing design
- 🔍 Helpful quizzes and missions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Issues with ads and free rewards
- 🌐 Language barrier for non-Korean speakers
- 🐌 Slow performance and glitches
- 🔒 Login and account issues
- 💰 Expensive for voting and purchasing

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not working as intended
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Voting and login issues
- Rewards not being properly credited

**Requested features**

- Improved translation and localization
- More free ways to earn voting points
- Increased transparency in voting and rewards
- Better customer support and responsiveness


### LiNC(링크)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343)

Connect directly with your favorite artists through video calls, private chats, and fan voting. Participate in events, share your support, and earn rewards. This platform offers a unique way for fans to engage with their idols and create memorable experiences.

**Highlights:** 1:1 Video Calls with Artists, Private Artist Chat Subscription, Broadcast Voting & Pre-Voting, Fan Theme Polls, Fan Community Open Chat, ePrint Artist Photos, Earn Fan Points & Rewards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IN A MINUTE  KIM JUN TAE | $3.99 | per month |
| Kim Gi Joong | $3.99 | per month |
| IN A MINUTE  LEE JAE JUN | $3.99 | per month |
| Lee Jiham | $3.99 | per month |
| Park Junhee | $3.99 | per month |
| Holland | $3.99 | per month |
| Park woodam | $3.99 | per month |
| KIMDOAH | $3.99 | per month |
| We;Na  DOA | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  ahyeon | $3.99 | per month |
| Kang Hayoon | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  E-seol | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  MIKU | $3.99 | per month |
| ADORA | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  Youngwon | $3.99 | per month |
| Dong Hwan | $3.99 | per month |
| Sihun Kim | $3.99 | per month |
| Cheer Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fan Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fandom Support Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Heart Fan Package | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan Package | $26.99 | one-time |
| Royal Fan Package | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and clean user interface design
- 💰 Free voting through ad watching instead of paid currency
- 💬 Direct communication with artists via chat and video calls
- 🎯 Easy access to pre-voting for music shows from home screen
- 🎁 Multiple engagement features (voting, chatting, events, fan points)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ad videos fail to load frequently
- 💸 Excessive number of ads (20-30+) required for minimal points
- ⏱️ Ads take excessive time to load and play (60+ seconds each)
- 🚫 Messaging feature not working properly
- 🔔 Chat notifications not arriving despite permissions enabled

**Reported bugs**

- Ad videos fail to load or play
- Commercial video loading failure error messages
- Chat notifications not delivering despite enabled permissions
- Messages showing as unread when they are read
- App crashes and unexpected logouts

**Requested features**

- Search functionality within chat conversations
- Favorite artists pinned to top of voting list
- Push notifications for voting start times
- Bulk voting button (select 10 votes at once)
- Fan-to-fan communication/community chat


## Frequently asked questions

### Is IDOLCHAMP free?

IDOLCHAMP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LiNC(링크) free?

LiNC(링크) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, IDOLCHAMP or LiNC(링크)?

IDOLCHAMP is rated higher. IDOLCHAMP averages 3.3 out of 5 from 904 ratings, while LiNC(링크) averages 3.1 from 15 ratings.

### Do IDOLCHAMP or LiNC(링크) have ads?

IDOLCHAMP shows ads; LiNC(링크) does not.

### Which is updated more often, IDOLCHAMP or LiNC(링크)?

IDOLCHAMP ships an update every 2 weeks, and LiNC(링크) every 9 days. Most recently, IDOLCHAMP was updated on September 25, 2026 and LiNC(링크) on September 21, 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.*