Comparison

FanPlus vs Whosfan

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FanPlus

Engage with your favorite K-POP idols through voting, live chats, fanfiction, and community discussions. Support stars with fan ads and discover exclusive photos. Connect with a global fandom.

Highlights
  • Idol and actor ranking votes
  • Live idol chat rooms
  • Global fan support ads
  • Fanfiction reading and creation
  • Real-time K-POP community updates
  • Idol photo browsing and saving
Features
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FanPlus, the global fandom app chosen by K-POP fans around the world! Enjoy every part of being a fan in one place—from voting and live chats to support ads, fanfiction, communities, and photos. ■ Idol & Actor Ranking Votes * Collect voting tickets every day and join fans worldwide in taking your favorite star to No. 1. ■ Live Chats for Every Idol * Chat freely about your favorite idol’s latest updates, voting, and more. * Dedicated fans who vote regularly can also join exclusive private chat rooms. ■ Global Fan Support Ads * Join fans around the world in gifting your favorite star a special billboard ad. * Make every special moment—from birthdays and debut anniversaries to comebacks—even more memorable. ■ Read & Create Fanfiction * Immerse yourself in stories starring you and your favorite idol. * Enjoy fanfiction written by fans worldwide with automatic translation. * Create your own stories and earn rewards for your work. * You can also earn voting tickets by reading fanfiction and use them to support your favorite star. ■ A Fandom Community for Real-Time K-POP Updates * Keep up with everything from idol comebacks to the latest K-POP topics in one place. * Connect with fans worldwide and stay up to date on your favorite stars. ■ Find the Perfect Photos of Your Favorite Idols * Browse photos by category, from hairstyles to stage outfits. * Save your favorite photos or set them as your wallpaper. * Upload photos of your favorite idols and earn voting tickets too. ■ Available K-POP Idol Communities * BTS, IVE, RIIZE, DAY6, NCT, BLACKPINK, aespa, SEVENTEEN, NewJeans, TWS, Stray Kids, EXO, ILLIT, TXT, ZEROBASEONE, MONSTA X, ENHYPEN, BOYNEXTDOOR, Red Velvet, &TEAM, BABYMONSTER, TWICE, ATEEZ, IU, (G)I-DLE, AB6IX, ATBO, BAE173, CIX, CLC, DKZ, DRIPPIN, iKON, NiziU, NMIXX, OnlyOneOf, P1Harmony, Kang Daniel, SF9, VIVIZ, NOWADAYS, THE BOYZ, THE WIND, TVXQ, Lapillus, LE SSERAFIM, MAMAMOO, Kep1er, KISS OF LIFE, STAYC, TREASURE, tripleS, fromis_9, PLAVE, Apink, KIKI, Hearts2Hearts, Longshot, Alpha Drive One, Cortis, Kickflip, All Day Project, and many more.

About

Whosfan

This app is a global K-pop fandom platform that reflects fan activities into artist value using Hanteo Chart data. It provides real-time sales charts, K-pop news, album authentication, community features, and events. Fans can earn points and contribute to artist rankings through various activities.

Highlights
  • Hanteo Chart real-time sales tracking
  • K-pop news updates
  • Album authentication for points
  • Blockchain voting for events
  • Fan community and events
  • Star Chart ranking contribution
Features
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▶What is the global K-pop fandom platform "Whosfan"? Whosfan reflects the 'activities' of the K-POP fans into the artists' 'value' based on 'Hanteo Chart.' Whosfan's goal is to collect the voices of the global fans in the changing fandom world and to create the culture where both the artists and the fans are satisfied. [ "Hanteo Chart," the standard of the fandom's power ] - Check the Initial Chodong (first week of release) sales in real-time! - Easily check Hanteo Chart's Real-time/Daily/Weekly sales chart! [ "Hanteo News," the fastest way to meet K-POP news ] - You can find the chart news of K-POP idols faster than anywhere else. - Read news articles on Whosfan and raise the Star Chart rankings of the artist! [ "Album Authentication," a shortcut to become a true fan ] - Earn points and count towards chart when authenticating with the HATS card that comes with the K-POP album purchase - Help protect the copyrights of your favorite artist! [ "COMMUNITY & EVENT" for both the artists and the fans ] - Stability and security guaranteed with the Blockchain voting technology! - A number of events that both the artists and the fans can be satisfied are also available! Participate now! [ "CONTENTS," where fans activities count ] - The fans can earn credit through a number of ways and contribute to the Star Chart. - Actively communicate and participate to raise your favorite artist to the '1st place!' [Information on Purchase] You can purchase Whosfan Gold Coin on the app. Price: The pricing can differ by the product, and you can check it from the purchase page (Store). [Information on Required Access] - Device ID (Required) : It is used for device differentiation and identification, checking login information, account and profile data checking for push notification. - In-app Purchase (Optional): It is used for product purchase on the Whosfan app. - Camera (Optional): It is used when authenticating albums, changing the profile picture or adding an image on the board or comments. - Storage space (Optional): It is used for using the file stored in the device or saving the photo. - Location (Optional): It is used when authenticating the album.

Screenshots

FanPlus4 screens
Whosfan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: FanPlus at 4.1 against Whosfan's 1.4. FanPlus also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (28% vs 8%). Whosfan's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Whosfan sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. FanPlus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FanPlus holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 665 and 990 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of FanPlus's written reviews are positive against 8% of Whosfan's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FanPlus ships an update fortnightly, Whosfan every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
FanPlus versus Whosfan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFanPlusWhosfan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (665 ratings) — better1.4 (990 ratings)
Positive reviews28.3% of reviews — better7.6% of reviews
Number of ratings665990 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size199 MB122 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperPhotoCardHANTEOGLOBAL

Customer experience

FanPlus

All ratings665 ratings
Positive74.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative17.7%
Written reviews106 reviews
Positive28.3%
Neutral19.8%
Negative51.9%

Whosfan

All ratings990 ratings
Positive7.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative90.0%
Written reviews501 reviews
Positive7.6%
Neutral2.0%
Negative90.4%

User reviews

FanPlus

From 665 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great app
  • 🚀 Everything's working fine
  • 💡 New features and updates

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🔒 Login issues
  • 🔋 Excessive ads
  • 💸 Reduced voting/rewards
  • 🤖 Unfair voting system

Whosfan

From 990 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast authentication process

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • ⚠️ Poor customer support
  • 🤔 Confusing user interface
  • 🔌 Slow and unresponsive
  • 🔒 Account issues and login problems

Bugs and requests

FanPlus

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Voting certificates not saving
  • Ads not loading properly
  • Frequent log-outs
  • Phone number verification issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Increase friend limit
  • Improve app performance
  • Consistent voting rules
  • Better customer support

Whosfan

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Voting tickets not registering
  • Accounts disappearing or getting suspended
  • Inability to log in or access features
  • Ads not loading properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Back button functionality
  • Improved server stability
  • Streamlined voting process
  • Better communication from developers

In-app purchases

None

FanPlus

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Whosfan

One-time4
  • 265 Whosfan Gold Coins$0.99
  • 1200 Whosfan Gold Coins$3.99
  • 2250 Whosfan Gold Coins$6.99
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  • 5450 Whosfan Gold Coins$16.99

Questions

Is FanPlus free?
FanPlus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Whosfan free?
Whosfan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FanPlus or Whosfan?
FanPlus is rated higher. FanPlus averages 4.1 out of 5 from 665 ratings, while Whosfan averages 1.4 from 990 ratings.
Do FanPlus or Whosfan have ads?
FanPlus shows ads; Whosfan does not.
Which is updated more often, FanPlus or Whosfan?
FanPlus ships an update fortnightly, and Whosfan every 2 weeks. Most recently, FanPlus was updated on November 3, 2026 and Whosfan on November 3, 2026.

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