# Thread vs ThreadLink

The clearest difference is rating: Thread at 4.5 against ThreadLink's 3.1. Thread also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). ThreadLink's advantage is review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and update cadence (daily vs fortnightly). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Thread holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 14 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Thread's written reviews are positive against 33% of ThreadLink's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Thread ships an update fortnightly, ThreadLink daily. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Thread | ThreadLink |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-tapestry/id1400516973/reviews)** | [3.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadlink-import-followers/id6451126958/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **14** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **33.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 58 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thrive Software, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1400516972) | [Setse LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1291639719) |

## What reviewers say

### Thread

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-tapestry/id1400516973)

This app connects students with volunteers and collaborators to build a supportive community. It aims to improve educational and economic outcomes by fostering service and social well-being.

**Highlights:** Connects students with volunteers, Facilitates collaboration, Supports educational attainment, Promotes social well-being, Reconfigures social support structures

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### ThreadLink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadlink-import-followers/id6451126958)

Easily import your Twitter followers to a new social platform. See which of your Twitter connections have joined the new network and get notified when they join. Connect your social following across platforms.

**Highlights:** Import Twitter followers, See existing Threads users, Notifications for new users, Connect social following

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Thread free?

Thread is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ThreadLink free?

ThreadLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Thread or ThreadLink?

Thread is rated higher. Thread averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while ThreadLink averages 3.1 from 14 ratings.

### Do Thread or ThreadLink have ads?

ThreadLink shows ads; Thread does not.

### Which is updated more often, Thread or ThreadLink?

Thread ships an update fortnightly, and ThreadLink daily. Most recently, Thread was updated on September 15, 2026 and ThreadLink on September 10, 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.*