Are.na vs corner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Are.na
This platform allows creatives and researchers to save and organize any type of content into collections. It provides a distraction-free space to connect and build ideas, fostering collaboration and community. It is independent, ad-free, and algorithm-free.
- Save any content type
- Organize into collections
- Distraction-free space
- Collaborate on projects
- Share ideas privately or publicly
- Thoughtful community
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Since 2011, Are.na has been the platform of choice for creative researchers, designers, artists, academics, and rabbit-hole enthusiasts. Completely independent, free from ads, algorithms, and unhealthy business practices, Are.na is a calm, thoughtful space for you to connect your ideas and build new ones. - Save any kind of content into collections. - Organize links, videos, images, and texts in a clean, distraction-free space. - Share ideas and collaborate on projects with anyone, anywhere. - Invite friends to work together privately or in public. - Tap into a thoughtful community where curiosity is valued. - Break out of your filter bubble. Are.na is powered by people, not ads.
corner
Discover and share personalized recommendations for places based on your interests and taste. Save your favorite spots, discover new ones, and see where friends are going. Spend less time searching and more time exploring.
- Personalized map tailored to interests
- Save and curate favorite places
- Share links to create map pins
- Discover places matching your vibe
- See friends' favorite spots
- Plan and explore with others
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At Corner, we are serious about exploring new places. That’s why we built an app that lets you spend less time searching and more time doing. Our algorithm tailors your map to your interests and taste, guiding you to the places you’ll actually want to go—without the distractions. Whether you’re saving your hidden gems, uncovering new favorites, or making plans with friends, Corner puts your world on the map. Features • Curate your world: Pin places you stumble across and don’t want to forget—like the perfect cocktail bar or a vintage boutique—and build a personalized map that grows with you. Create lists that tell your story and make it easy to revisit your favorite spots. • Save places from anywhere: Tired of saves getting buried in your TikTok or Instagram folders? Share links directly to corner, and we’ll turn them into actionable pins on your map—ready for when you’re out and about. • Discover places that match your vibe: The more you use corner, the more it learns your unique taste. Every review and save refines our algorithm, giving you personalized recommendations—no matter where you go. • See where your circle is going: Follow friends and like-minded explorers to see their go-to spots, all vibe-checked and curated just for you. • Make memories IRL: Corner helps you spend less time planning and scrolling so you can spend more time exploring, sharing, and doing what matters with the people you care about. We know you have great taste—now it’s time to show it off. No bots, no ads, just vibes. Start building your corner today. Have some feedback? Reach out to our team at hello@corner.inc
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Are.na at 4.9 against corner's 4.5. corner's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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.
Are.na holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 315 and 825 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Are.na's written reviews are positive against 59% of corner's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Are.na ships an update every 4 weeks, corner every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Are.na | corner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (315 ratings) — better | 4.5 (825 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 52.1% of reviews | 59.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 315 | 825 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 81 MB | 157 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | When It Changed Inc. | Corner International, Inc. |
Customer experience
Are.na
corner
User reviews
Are.na
From 315 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Fast and clean
- 👍 Minimalist and accessible
- 🖤 Great community and content
- 🖤 Inspiring and creative
- 🖤 Organically curated experience
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Unintuitive navigation
- 🐛 Limited functionality compared to website
corner
From 825 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🌟 Beautiful aesthetic design
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 🔍 Great search and discovery features
- 💡 Innovative concept
- 🗺️ Helpful for trip planning and exploration
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🔒 Issues with sign-up and phone number verification
- 🗺️ Limited coverage in smaller cities/towns
- 📱 Laggy performance on some devices
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data usage
Bugs and requests
Are.na
Reported bugs
5 issues- Inability to login or sign up
- Blocks not loading or duplicating
- App crashing when viewing GIFs/animations
- Inconsistent behavior across iOS versions
- Navigation issues due to 'Dynamic Island'
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to sort channels by connections
- Landscape mode support on iPad
- Password reset functionality
- Multiple image/video uploads
- Improved channel management
corner
Reported bugs
4 issues- Disappearing or not-syncing reviews
- Inability to progress past certain screens
- Inconsistent behavior when adding or saving places
- Incorrect or missing location data
Requested features
6 requests- Import and sync options from other mapping/review apps
- Ability to manually add or edit locations
- More customization and organization options for saved places
- Filters for specific attributes (e.g., dog-friendly, outdoor seating)
- Integration with calendars for trip planning
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- Improved privacy controls and ability to hide/remove content
In-app purchases
Are.na
No in-app purchases
corner
No in-app purchases
