Connecting vs Piips
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Piips
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Piips is a hyperlocal social network. Post to the people around you, discover what’s happening nearby, and stay connected to the places and communities that matter to you — wherever you are. No algorithm. No ads. No performance. Just your local world in real time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Piips at none against Connecting's 10. Connecting's advantage is chart position (#162 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement 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. Connecting sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.59 per 7 days. Piips asks for nothing beyond the download.
Connecting ships an update fortnightly, Piips weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Connecting | Piips |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (2.2K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 41.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #162 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 115 MB | 133 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | YP Labs Co., Ltd | Piips |
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
Piips
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Connecting
- 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 D (1 week)$32.497 Days
- Subscription Tier C(1 month)$34.991 Month
- 부스트 1개$5.99
- Tier A$7.99
- Tier B$11.99
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- Tier C$22.99
Piips
No in-app purchases
