Comparison

Connecting vs StudentDeck

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Connecting

Discover and connect with people who share your interests through a social networking app. Build your profile, explore the community, and engage in meaningful conversations in a safe and respectful environment. Find compatible users and grow your social circle at your own pace.

Highlights
  • Discover new connections based on shared interests
  • Browse user profiles
  • In-app communication features
  • Safe and trusted community with reporting tools
  • Profile customization for photos
  • Optional audio communication
Features
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Make global friends who share your vibe! - Connecting is a safe, voice-only community where you can make new friends, share what's on your mind, and have authentic conversations without the fear of being judged. # 7 Minutes to Connect - Every call starts with a 7-minute timer. - Vibe with them? Extend the call. Not feeling it? The call ends naturally with no pressure and no awkwardness. # A Safe, Moderated Space - We take your peace of mind seriously with a 24/7 moderation system. - Easily block and report anyone who breaks the rules. You are always in control of your experience. # Talk Without Language Barriers - Want to make international friends but worried about the language? - Call and chat in your preferred language and we’ll translate it live! We break down the borders so you can focus on the connection. # Voice to Text - Start with a voice call, then switch to text whenever you want. Unwind and have fun. Find your vibe. Start Connecting today. Terms of Service: http://yplabs.kr/2021/05/11/consent06-eng/ Privacy Policy: http://yplabs.kr/2021/01/28/consent04-eng/ Contact: support@connectingapp.co.kr

About

StudentDeck

Features
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At StudentDeck, this is where students thrive in supporting eachother not just through coursework, but emotionally aswell. This is a place for students to build a community to get help preventing that feeling of isolation and academic worry. You can see your classmates, and maybe get back in touch with old ones! We hope to steer the future of Edtech in our expansive app, StudentDeck.

Screenshots

Connecting4 screens
StudentDeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StudentDeck at none against Connecting's 21. StudentDeck also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). Connecting's advantage is chart position (#153 vs unranked). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Connecting sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $4.59 per 7 days. StudentDeck asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Connecting ships an update every 2 weeks, StudentDeck weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Connecting versus StudentDeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterConnectingStudentDeck
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (2.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#153 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size211 MB48 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperYP Labs Co., LtdBen Gammon

Bugs and requests

Connecting

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inconsistent call quality and connection issues
  • Bugs with account registration and login
  • Glitches with photo uploads and profile editing

Requested features

5 requests
  • Free trial period for premium features
  • More free communication options
  • Improved profile verification system
  • Ability to delete account and photos
  • Better filtering and search options

StudentDeck

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

21 purchases

Connecting

Subscriptions11
  • Subscription Tier A (1 week)$4.597 Days
  • Subscription Tier A(1 month)$7.991 Month
  • Subscription Tier B (1 week)$12.497 Days
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  • Subscription Tier C (1 week)$14.997 Days
  • Subscription Tier B(1 month)$20.991 Month
  • Subscription Tier C(Offer)1 Month trial$29.991 Month
  • Subscription Tier D (1 week)$32.497 Days
  • Subscription Tier C(1 month)$34.991 Month
  • Subscription Tier C(12 months)$38.991 Year
  • Subscription Tier D(1 month)$64.991 Month
  • Subscription Tier C(6 months)$121.996 Months
One-time10
  • 픽 1개$4.49
  • 부스트 1개$5.99
  • Tier event$7.99
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  • Tier A$7.99
  • Tier B$11.99
  • Tier C$22.99
  • 부스트 5개$23.99
  • 부스트 10개$35.99
  • Tier D$43.99
  • Tier E$81.99
None

StudentDeck

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Connecting free?
Connecting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StudentDeck free?
StudentDeck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Connecting or StudentDeck have ads?
Neither Connecting nor StudentDeck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Connecting or StudentDeck?
Connecting ships an update every 2 weeks, and StudentDeck weekly. Most recently, Connecting was updated on October 26, 2026 and StudentDeck on October 16, 2026.

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