Slowly vs Cogar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Slowly
This app facilitates making friends globally through a unique letter-writing experience. It emphasizes thoughtful correspondence and cultural exchange, with letters arriving based on distance, fostering anticipation and deeper connections.
- Distance-based letter delivery
- Collect unique regional stamps
- Safe and secure communication
- Unlimited free letters
- Focus on thoughtful correspondence
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Slowly: Build Authentic Friendships at Your Own Pace "In a world dominated by instant messaging, meaningful connections have become a rare luxury." Slowly reimagines the art of correspondence, offering a unique way to make friends. Connect with penpals around the world and explore the beauty of cultural and linguistic exchange through thoughtfully written letters. Rediscover the joy of anticipation and dive into heartfelt, written conversations. Designed for those who prefer to take their time and focus on genuine connections, Slowly brings back the charm of traditional penpals. Each letter takes time to arrive—anywhere from a few hours to a few days—depending on the distance between you and your new friend. Whether you’re looking for foreign friends, a language exchange partner, or simply a quiet space to write a meaningful letter, Slowly is here for you. Key Features: ► Distance-Based Letter Delivery Each letter travels at a speed that reflects the physical distance between you and your friend, creating a sense of anticipation. With no pressure to respond instantly, you have time to reflect, compose your thoughts, and share your story. This slower pace nurtures deeper and more meaningful connections. ► Collect Over 2,000 Unique Stamps Turn every letter into an adventure by collecting unique regional stamps from across the globe. These stamps add a personal and cultural touch to your correspondence, serving as reminders of the friendships you create. ► A Safe and Secure Space for Everyone No photos, no real names—just your thoughts, shared in a secure and stress-free environment. Whether you're an introvert looking for deeper conversations or someone who values privacy, Slowly offers a safe place to express yourself and connect authentically. ► Unlimited Letters, Always Free Enjoy the art of writing without limits—send and receive as many letters as you like, completely free. Optional premium features are available to enhance your experience and meet your unique needs. Who Is Slowly For? - Anyone looking to make friends at their own pace, free from the rush of instant communication. - Language learners seeking partners for meaningful language exchange. - People who love writing letters and want to explore different cultures. - Introverts and thoughtful individuals who prefer calm, meaningful interactions. - Anyone hoping to meet new friends from all over the world. Slowly: Authentic Friendships, at Your Speed. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with the joy of letter writing, discover new perspectives, or simply build friendships that matter, Slowly is your perfect companion for creating meaningful connections in a fast-paced world. Terms of Service: https://slowly.app/terms/
Cogar
A social media platform dedicated to the Irish language and culture. It offers a space for speakers of all levels to connect, share content, and engage with Irish arts, heritage, and music.
- Irish-language social platform
- Community for speakers of all levels
- Promotes Irish arts and culture
- International reach
- Content sharing
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Cogar is an Irish-language social media platform, aiming to create an online platform for the Irish language community - both in Ireland, and internationally. Whether you're a native speaker, have some experience, or are a beginner, the app aims to provide an "on-ramp" to Irish language content and activity, and create a space for the language, arts, heritage, music and culture to thrive. Is ardán sóisialta Gaeilge é Cogar, a bhfuil sé mar aidhm aige ardán ar líne a chruthú do phobal na Gaeilge - in Éirinn agus go hidirnáisiúnta araon. Cibé acu cainteoir dúchais thú, nó má tá roinnt taithí agat, nó más tosaitheoir thú, tá sé mar aidhm ag an aip "rampa isteach" a chur ar fáil d'ábhar agus do ghníomhaíochtaí Gaeilge, agus spás a chruthú don teanga, do na healaíona, don oidhreacht, don cheol agus don chultúr chun rathú.
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Verdict
Slowly and Cogar both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 72% of Slowly's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cogar's. Slowly also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 4) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). Cogar's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, rating, 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. Slowly sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Cogar asks for nothing beyond the download.
Slowly holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Slowly has 11K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Slowly's written reviews are positive against 0% of Cogar's.
Slowly ships an update every 10 days, Cogar every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Slowly | Cogar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (11K ratings) — better | 4.5 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 72.4% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 11K — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Best chart rank | #209 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 95 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Slowly Communications Ltd. | Ronan O'Leary |
Customer experience
Slowly
Cogar
Bugs and requests
Slowly
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues and system errors
- Inconsistent real-time updates
- Crashes when replying to messages
- Incorrect sent/received message counts
Requested features
7 requests- Ability to organize/categorize pen pals
- Option to save draft letters
- Customizable fonts and formatting for letters
- Offline mode or message queuing
- Ability to delete sent messages
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- More age range filter options
- Localization in multiple languages
Cogar
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Slowly
- Slowly Plus$7.991 Month
- Slowly Plus$42.991 Year
- Slowly Plus3 Months trial2 variants$42.991 Year
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- Slowly Plus7 Days trial$42.991 Year
- 50 SLOWLY COINS$0.99
- 100 SLOWLY COINS$1.99
- 200 SLOWLY COINS$3.99
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- 500 SLOWLY COINS$7.99
- 800 SLOWLY COINS$11.99
Cogar
No in-app purchases









