# Postfun vs Raven

The clearest difference is rating: Raven at 4.9 against Postfun's 4.4. Raven also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (97% vs 70%). Postfun's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Postfun sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Raven sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Raven holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 61 and 221 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Postfun's written reviews are positive against 97% of Raven's.

Postfun ships an update every 6 weeks, Raven every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Postfun | Raven |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postfun-postcard-exchange/id1397899662/reviews) | **[4.9 (221 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raven-slow-messaging/id6477909689/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 61 | **221** |
| Positive reviews | 70.3% of reviews | **96.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Ilya Ostashkov](https://appshunter.io/developer/864012260) | [The Raven App Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731083402) |

## What reviewers say

### Postfun

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/postfun-postcard-exchange/id1397899662)

Connect with people globally by exchanging real paper postcards. Discover new friends, collect unique cards and stamps, and share a piece of your world. The more you send, the more you receive.

**Highlights:** Send and receive real postcards, Connect with international users, Collect cards and stamps, Discover new cultures, Global postcard community

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Postfun - Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Postfun - Annual subscription | $29.99 | per year |


### Raven

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raven-slow-messaging/id6477909689)

Experience messaging as a slow, delightful journey. Messages are delivered by charming characters across a real-world map, emphasizing anticipation and the art of communication. Read messages only upon arrival, making each exchange a unique event.

**Highlights:** Choose your messenger character, Real-world map tracking, Delayed message delivery, Messages readable upon arrival, Intuitive design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Feathers | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10 Gold | $2.99 | one-time |
| 50 Feathers | $4.49 | one-time |
| 30 Gold | $7.99 | one-time |
| 100 Feathers | $7.99 | one-time |
| 250 Feathers | $18.99 | one-time |
| 500 Feathers | $35.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💖 Whimsical and cute design
- 🐢 Slow and intentional messaging
- 💌 Unique letter-writing experience
- 🦉 More meaningful communication
- 🎁 Joy of anticipation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Pay-to-unlock animals
- 🤷 Not much to do if no one to talk to
- 🤔 Review prompt felt off-putting

**Requested features**

- See and decorate castle
- More achievement opportunities
- More courier options
- Cat courier


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Postfun free?

Postfun is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Raven free?

Raven is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Postfun or Raven?

Raven is rated higher. Postfun averages 4.4 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Raven averages 4.9 from 221 ratings.

### Do Postfun or Raven have ads?

Postfun shows ads; Raven does not.

### Which is updated more often, Postfun or Raven?

Postfun ships an update every 6 weeks, and Raven every 9 days. Most recently, Postfun was updated on October 24, 2026 and Raven on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*