# Parler vs TX Mason

The clearest difference is rating: Parler at 3.9 against TX Mason's 3.4. Parler also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). TX Mason's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#195 vs unranked). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TX Mason sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Parler asks for nothing beyond the download.

Parler holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parler has 174 ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Parler's written reviews are positive against 33% of TX Mason's.

Parler ships an update every 5 days, TX Mason monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and June 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Parler | TX Mason |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.9 (174 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parler/id1402727988/reviews)** | [3.4 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tx-mason/id1532889175/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **174** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | **44.0% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#195** |
| Size | 91 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Sovren Technologies, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877928309) | [The Grand Lodge Of Texas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1532889177) |

## What reviewers say

### Parler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parler/id1402727988)

A social media platform focused on free expression and open dialogue. It allows users to share thoughts, engage with diverse perspectives, and connect with communities without censorship. Customize your profile and control your privacy.

**Highlights:** Free expression without censorship, Engage with diverse perspectives, Authentic content feed, Customizable user profiles, Posts & Reposts, Groups & Hashtags, Privacy and content control

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unbiased platform for free speech
- 🔓 No censorship or content moderation
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 💡 Potential to be a great alternative to Twitter
- 🤝 Welcoming community for conservative views

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy performance
- 🔒 Requires phone number for verification
- 🤔 Perceived right-wing bias in content
- ⚠️ Concerns about hate speech and extremism
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Issues with login and account creation
- Inability to upload media and videos
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Improved user interface and experience
- Better content moderation and reporting tools
- Ability to delete account and remove personal data
- Sync contacts and follow existing connections
- More diverse content and user base


### TX Mason

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tx-mason/id1532889175)

**Currently charting:** #195 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

Connect with members, discuss topics in groups or privately, and stay informed about upcoming events and the latest news. Manage your subscription and auto-renewal settings easily.

**Highlights:** Member connection, Group and private discussions, Event information, Latest news updates, Subscription management, Auto-renewal settings

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hiram Abiff | $9.99 | per year |
| Hiram King of Tyre | $16.99 | per year |
| King Solomon | $25.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Parler free?

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

### Is TX Mason free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Parler or TX Mason?

Parler is rated higher. Parler averages 3.9 out of 5 from 174 ratings, while TX Mason averages 3.4 from 25 ratings.

### Do Parler or TX Mason have ads?

Parler shows ads; TX Mason does not.

### Which is updated more often, Parler or TX Mason?

Parler ships an update every 5 days, and TX Mason monthly. Most recently, Parler was updated on September 21, 2026 and TX Mason on June 24, 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.*