# Poly Dating vs Open

The clearest difference is rating: Poly Dating at 4.1 against Open's 2.9. Open's advantage is review sentiment (70% vs 28%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Poly Dating sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Open sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Poly Dating holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 210 and 303 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 28% of Poly Dating's written reviews are positive against 70% of Open's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Poly Dating ships an update every 2 months, Open fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Poly Dating | Open |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (210 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-dating-hellopoly/id1212811230/reviews)** | [2.9 (303 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-minded-dating-appfantasy/id1230109516/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 210 | **303** |
| Positive reviews | 27.8% of reviews | **69.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 144 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Polyamorous Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1169998605) | [Fantasy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480225906) |

## What reviewers say

### Poly Dating

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poly-dating-hellopoly/id1212811230)

This app facilitates connections for individuals practicing ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, or seeking kink experiences. It offers inclusive profile options and customizable match preferences to help users find compatible partners for various relationship styles and interests.

**Highlights:** Inclusive profile options, Customizable match preferences, Multiple connection levels, Search for kink and shibari partners, Find polyamorous, open, or poly-curious individuals

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

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Females Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Males Memberhsip | $9.99 | per month |
| Females in couple Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Males in Couple Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Non-binary membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Full Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Full membership for Non-binary | $9.99 | per month |
| Full membership for Other | $9.99 | per month |
| Transfemale Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Genderfluid Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Upgrades give more benefits! | $29.99 | per month |
| premium | $29.99 | per month |
| premium | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Upgrades give more benefits! | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| premium | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| 250 Credits for Female | $5.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credits Male | $5.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credits Female in Couple | $5.99 | one-time |
| 250 Credits Male in Couple | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Tailored for poly dating
- 👍 Good for ENM crowd
- 👍 Genuine app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Well-structured app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and clunky
- 🐛 App won't work
- 🐛 All scammers
- 🐛 Can't get verification
- 🐛 Can't access account

**Reported bugs**

- App won't work
- Email verification not received
- Account creation failure
- Location not setting up
- Nothing populates

**Requested features**

- Allow uploading photos larger than 1MB
- Improve photo framing and rearrangement
- Add autocorrect functionality
- Increase search distance options
- Include imperial measurements


### Open

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-minded-dating-appfantasy/id1230109516)

This app connects individuals interested in ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, and open relationships. It facilitates open communication and exploration of fantasies through unique card decks and private connection rooms. Discover like-minded partners in a safe and respectful environment.

**Highlights:** Incognito mode for privacy, Conversation card decks for deeper connection, Private connection rooms, Support for ethical non-monogamy, Exploration of fantasies, Community of like-minded individuals

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Membership Weekly | $5.49 | per 7 days |
| Membership Weekly Trial | $5.49 | per 7 days |
| Membership Weekly Full | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Membership Weekly Full Trial | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Membership | $14.99 | per month |
| Membership 1 Year Special | $34.99 | per year |
| Membership 3 Months | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Couples Dating Stories | Free | one-time |
| Threesome | $9.99 | one-time |
| Shaking Things Up | $9.99 | one-time |
| Meaningful Sex | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sexting Ideas | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique fantasy-based approach
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🔒 Emphasis on privacy and security
- 🚀 Potential for community growth
- 👍 Promotes open communication and self-exploration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent profile photo upload issues
- 💰 Paywall limits access to core features
- 🔍 Limited user base in non-major cities
- 🚫 Inability to delete account
- 🤔 Confusing age restrictions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to upload new photos
- Inability to change location without paying
- Profiles disappearing after account creation

**Requested features**

- Add ability to send photos in chat rooms
- Expand search radius beyond local area
- Increase number of free fantasy cards per day
- Allow more than 2 people in a chat room
- Improve location-based user matching


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Poly Dating free?

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

### Is Open free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Poly Dating or Open?

Poly Dating is rated higher. Poly Dating averages 4.1 out of 5 from 210 ratings, while Open averages 2.9 from 303 ratings.

### Do Poly Dating or Open have ads?

Both Poly Dating and Open show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Poly Dating or Open?

Poly Dating ships an update every 2 months, and Open fortnightly. Most recently, Poly Dating was updated on September 26, 2026 and Open on September 6, 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.*