Comparison

Couplr vs CIRCLES

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

Head to head
About

Couplr

This app helps couples find other couples nearby for platonic friendships. It uses a dual-profile system similar to dating apps, allowing users to connect with matched couples based on shared demographics and preferences.

Highlights
  • Joint couple accounts
  • Dual profiles
  • Demographic and preference matching
  • Connect or pass on profiles
  • Platonic friendship focus
Features
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Couplr is the first-in-the-market social networking mobile application on a mission to change how couples find other couples nearby to build platonic friendships. Through the similar concept of online dating, this double dating platform allows couples to create a joint account with dual profiles where they enter in their personal demographics and preferences. The profiles are then matched on the backend based on input and served to the consumer. The consumers then have the option to connect or pass on the fed couple profile. Operationally, it works very similarly to current online dating platforms.

About

CIRCLES

Connect with other friend groups to make plans and create memories. Discover and match with squads of up to four for social outings, from nights out to trips.

Highlights
  • Form squads of up to four
  • Discover and match with other squads
  • Plan group outings and activities
  • Facilitate social connections
  • Expand your social circle
Features
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Circles is here to revolutionize the way we make plans, from electrifying night outs to cozy double dates, exhilarating ski trips, or simply grabbing a bite with new friends. Our innovative approach encourages you to team up with your friends, forming squads of up to four, to discover and match with other squads. It's about creating memories, sharing laughs, and enjoying the moment in a setting that feels familiar and exciting at the same time. Circles believes in the power of group dynamics to foster genuine connections and unforgettable moments. By moving away from the traditional one-on-one meetups, we open the door to a world where socializing feels natural, and every meet is a chance to expand your circle and experiences. You are already going out with your friends anyway in search of meeting other friend groups out, so why not increase your exposure and have access to every friend group in your city at your fingertips :)

Screenshots

Couplr4 screens
CIRCLES4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CIRCLES at 100% against Couplr's 4%. CIRCLES also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume 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. Couplr sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. CIRCLES asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CIRCLES holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 47 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 4% of Couplr's written reviews are positive against 100% of CIRCLES's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Couplr ships an update every 6 weeks, CIRCLES weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and June 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Couplr versus CIRCLES: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCouplrCIRCLES
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.7 (18 ratings)5.0 (47 ratings) — better
Positive reviews3.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1847 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB81 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperCouplr, LLCCircles Social, Inc.

Customer experience

Couplr

All ratings18 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative83.3%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive3.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative89.3%

CIRCLES

All ratings47 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Couplr

Subscriptions1
  • Plus$9.991 Month
None

CIRCLES

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Couplr free?
Couplr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CIRCLES free?
CIRCLES is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Couplr or CIRCLES?
CIRCLES is rated higher. Couplr averages 1.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while CIRCLES averages 5.0 from 47 ratings.
Do Couplr or CIRCLES have ads?
Couplr shows ads; CIRCLES does not.
Which is updated more often, Couplr or CIRCLES?
Couplr ships an update every 6 weeks, and CIRCLES weekly. Most recently, Couplr was updated on September 17, 2026 and CIRCLES on June 8, 2026.

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