# Thread vs IGOTIN

The clearest difference is review sentiment: IGOTIN at 54% against Thread's 0%. IGOTIN also leads on ratings volume (2.4K vs 12) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). Thread's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IGOTIN sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Thread asks for nothing beyond the download.

IGOTIN holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IGOTIN has 2.4K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Thread's written reviews are positive against 54% of IGOTIN's.

Thread ships an update fortnightly, IGOTIN every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Thread | IGOTIN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-tapestry/id1400516973/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igotin/id6473674364/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **53.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 58 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Thrive Software, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1400516972) | [Bondit Community Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523289379) |

## 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


### IGOTIN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igotin/id6473674364)

Connect with future and current college students on a campus-based social platform. Find roommates, join group chats, and discover scholarships and career opportunities within your school's community. Verify with your school email for exclusive access to campus life discussions.

**Highlights:** Create and join college communities, Connect with future classmates, School-specific group chats, Find roommates and make friends, Discover scholarships and internships, Find career-building jobs

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| College Membership | $2.99 | per month |
| Membership | $0.99 | one-time |
| Today Circle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $2.99 | one-time |
| Membership | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plus Membership | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful for making early connections
- 🙌 Helpful for finding roommates and friends
- 💡 Good for attending college events

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription required to access most features
- 🚫 Restricted access to chats and channels without paying
- 🤔 Limited functionality compared to free alternatives

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with finding and accessing school-specific communities
- Reported problems with accessing any features without paying

**Requested features**

- Allow access to more schools without subscription
- Improve search functionality to find schools easily


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Thread free?

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

### Is IGOTIN free?

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

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

IGOTIN is rated higher. Thread averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while IGOTIN averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do Thread or IGOTIN have ads?

Neither Thread nor IGOTIN shows ads.

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

Thread ships an update fortnightly, and IGOTIN every 3 days. Most recently, Thread was updated on September 15, 2026 and IGOTIN on September 19, 2026.

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