# Bumpy vs Threads

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Threads at 2.3M against Bumpy's 42K. Threads also leads on chart position (#1 vs #33). Bumpy's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bumpy sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Threads sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Bumpy against 4.6 for Threads. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Threads has 2.3M ratings behind it against 42K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 45% of Bumpy's written reviews are positive against 52% of Threads's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bumpy | Threads |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (42K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumpy-international-dating/id1455336523/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.3M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threads/id6446901002/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 42K | **2.3M** |
| Positive reviews | 45.4% of reviews | **51.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #33 | **#1** |
| Size | 71 MB | 221 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.3 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Bumpy Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1690587326) | [Instagram, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/389801255) |

## What reviewers say

### Bumpy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bumpy-international-dating/id1455336523)

**Currently charting:** #33 Top Grossing · Social Networking, #51 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

Connect with over 20 million singles globally on an international dating platform. This app features a high verification rate to ensure genuine connections and offers automatic translation for over 100 languages, breaking down communication barriers.

**Highlights:** Global dating with 20M+ singles, 90%+ verified profiles, Automatic translation for 100+ languages, Continent-specific matching, Detailed profile creation, Focus on long-term relationships

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bumpy Gold | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Bumpy Gold | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| International dating worldwide | $9.99 | per month |
| Bumpy Gold | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Bumpy Gold | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Bumpy Gold | $25.99 | per month |
| Get 1 Like to find best dating | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1 Boost for best dating | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Likes to to find a match | $3.99 | one-time |
| 10 Likes to meet new people | $6.99 | one-time |
| 25 Likes to to find a couple | $15.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to connect with people globally
- 🚀 Efficient matching and chatting
- 🔒 Photo verification for real profiles
- 💡 Interesting map feature to explore matches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and glitches
- 🔒 Concerns about fake/scammer profiles
- 💰 Paywall limits free features
- 🌍 Lack of location/language filters

**Reported bugs**

- Profile pictures not loading properly
- Messaging issues and disappearing chat history
- Account deletion/deactivation problems

**Requested features**

- Add more filters (location, language, interests, etc.)
- Improve messaging and notification features
- Provide better customer support and account management


### Threads

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threads/id6446901002)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Social Networking, #7 Top Free (US App Store)

Connect and share your thoughts on a platform designed for conversation. Discover trending topics, join communities based on your interests, and engage in discussions through text, images, and polls. You can also control your experience with privacy settings and direct messaging.

**Highlights:** Start conversations with text, images, polls, and more, Join discussions through replies, Stay updated on trending topics, Control content visibility and replies, Discover communities and creators, Private 1:1 and group direct messaging

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads Multi Tier | $0.99 | per month |
| No Ads Multi Tier | $1.99 | per month |
| No Ads Multi Tier | $2.99 | per month |
| No Ads Multi Tier | $3.99 | per month |
| No ads (1 account) | $7.99 | per month |
| No ads (2 accounts) | $12.99 | per month |
| No ads (3 accounts) | $17.99 | per month |
| No ads (4 accounts) | $21.99 | per month |
| No ads (4 accounts) | $22.99 | per month |
| No ads (5 accounts) | $26.99 | per month |
| No ads (7 accounts) | $37.99 | per month |
| No ads (8 accounts) | $42.99 | per month |
| No ads (13 accounts) | $67.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean and simple interface
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 💡 Integrated with Instagram
- 🤝 Sense of community
- 😊 Positive and friendly environment

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🤖 Too many suggested/random posts
- 🔍 Lacking search and discovery features
- 🔀 Difficulty switching between accounts
- 📱 No iPad app

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to post or comment
- Disappearing posts and replies
- Inconsistent account linking with Instagram

**Requested features**

- Chronological feed option
- Hashtag and keyword search
- Trending topics section
- Bookmarking/saving posts
- Direct messaging functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bumpy free?

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

### Is Threads free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bumpy or Threads?

Threads is rated higher. Bumpy averages 4.5 out of 5 from 42K ratings, while Threads averages 4.6 from 2.3M ratings.

### Do Bumpy or Threads have ads?

Both Bumpy and Threads show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bumpy or Threads?

Bumpy ships an update weekly, and Threads weekly. Most recently, Bumpy was updated on October 13, 2026 and Threads on October 13, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Bumpy or Threads?

Bumpy currently peaks at #33 in the App Store charts, and Threads at #1. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*