# Parler vs TEXIAN

The clearest difference is rating: TEXIAN at 4.6 against Parler's 3.9. TEXIAN also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (71% vs 44%). Parler's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Parler sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and TEXIAN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.29 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TEXIAN holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parler has 175 ratings behind it against 26, 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 71% of TEXIAN's.

Parler ships an update every 6 days, TEXIAN fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Parler | TEXIAN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (175 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parler/id1402727988/reviews) | **[4.6 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texian/id1623372164/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **175** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | 44.0% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 91 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Sovren Technologies, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877928309) | [TEXAS NATIONALIST MOVEMENT INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1623372166) |

## 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 (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parler Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Founding member | $49.99 | per year |

**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


### TEXIAN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texian/id1623372164)

Connect with fellow supporters of Texas independence, engage in organizing activities, and track your progress within the movement. This platform facilitates communication, petition signing, event RSVPs, and networking among like-minded individuals.

**Highlights:** Real-time supporter feed, Direct messaging with read receipts, Group creation and joining, Petition signing and event RSVPs, Relational organizing tools, Gamified recognition system, Livestreams and video library

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Texian | $4.29 | per month |
| 1836 Club | $18.49 | per month |
| Insider | $36.00 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Parler free?

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

### Is TEXIAN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Parler or TEXIAN?

TEXIAN is rated higher. Parler averages 3.9 out of 5 from 175 ratings, while TEXIAN averages 4.6 from 26 ratings.

### Do Parler or TEXIAN have ads?

Parler shows ads; TEXIAN does not.

### Which is updated more often, Parler or TEXIAN?

Parler ships an update every 6 days, and TEXIAN fortnightly. Most recently, Parler was updated on October 20, 2026 and TEXIAN on October 25, 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.*