Famous™ vs GLORB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Famous™
This social networking app focuses on genuine connections and authentic self-expression through short videos and private chats. Create and share content without algorithmic pressure, fostering meaningful interactions with friends and family in a safe environment.
- Authentic short video creation and sharing
- Private photo albums and stories
- Group conversations in TALK Rooms
- Secure private chat messenger
- Content moderation for safety
- User reporting for inappropriate content
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Famous: Authentic Short Videos, Private Chat, & Social Albums Feeling lost in the noise of social media? Famous is designed to bring people closer through genuine connections, private sharing, and authentic self-expression within a safe and respectful environment. Create, share, and connect without focusing on algorithms. Here, it’s about meaningful connections with friends and family, and conversations that matter. Your Short Video & Sharing Hub We’ve designed Famous to be a space for short-form video content and daily sharing. Authentic Short Videos: Capture, edit, and share daily video updates and creative short-form content that reflect your life. Private Photo Albums & Stories: Create dedicated, private photo albums and updates, sharing moments only with the people you trust. Deepen Connections with TALK Rooms Famous isn't just a place to watch videos; it's a social messenger built for connection. Connect in TALK Rooms: Join group conversations and discussions with friends, family, or like-minded individuals. Private Chat Messenger: Send secure messages and stay connected with the people who matter most. A Safe & Positive Community Famous is built to support respectful interaction and meaningful connections. Content is moderated to maintain a safe environment Users can report inappropriate content Community guidelines help ensure a positive experience Famous is more than a short video app—it’s a place to connect, share, and build real relationships. Download Famous today and start sharing your moments.
GLORB
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GLORB is short-form video with a twist: a living 3D globe of what people are posting, everywhere. Swipe a full-screen feed, then open the GLORB — a neon globe heat-mapped with real activity. Tap anywhere on Earth to drop into the videos posted near that spot. Your world, mapped in video. • A fast, full-screen short-video feed • The GLORB: a 3D globe of real activity — tap any place to explore nearby videos • Post in seconds — clips coarsely auto-tag to your area (~7mi, always optional) • Duet & stitch: react with your own clip, spliced top-and-bottom for mobile • Passkey sign-in — no passwords, no email. Face ID / Touch ID and you're in • Follow creators, comment, send gifts, build your profile Zero tolerance for objectionable content — report and block are built in, and you can delete your account and all its data anytime. 18+.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GLORB at none against Famous™'s 6. GLORB also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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. Famous™ sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. GLORB asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Famous™ | GLORB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 120 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Ruben Ramirez | David Thompson |
In-app purchases
Famous™
- 100 Encouraging Seeds$1.49
- 500 Encouraging Seeds$6.99
- 1000 Encouraging Seeds$14.99
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- 5000 Encouraging Seeds$69.99
- 10000 Encouraging Seeds$139.99
- 50000 Encouraging Seeds$699.99
GLORB
No in-app purchases









