Are.na vs Cleanrows
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.
Cleanrows
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Cleanrows is a social networking app that allows users to share posts, follow other users, and interact through comments. Users can create a profile, publish content, explore a personalized feed, and connect with people who share similar interests. Cleanrows also includes AI-powered features that allow users to chat with an artificial intelligence assistant to learn new topics, ask questions, and improve their knowledge. Users can create personal readlists to save notes, organize what they learn, and track their progress over time. They can also follow other users’ notes and readlists to discover new ideas and shared knowledge.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Are.na at none against Cleanrows's 3. Cleanrows's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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. Cleanrows sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Are.na asks for nothing beyond the download.
Are.na ships an update every 2 weeks, Cleanrows fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Are.na | Cleanrows |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (323 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 52.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 323 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | When It Changed Inc. | Furkan Zengin |
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
Cleanrows
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Are.na
No in-app purchases
Cleanrows
- Cleanrows Premium Account Upgrade$14.99
- Cleanrows One Month Subscription$17.99
- Cleanrows 3 Months Subscription$39.99
