# Helpling vs Mae

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mae at 83% against Helpling's 44%. Mae also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Helpling's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mae sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Helpling asks for nothing beyond the download.

Helpling holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Helpling has 51 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 44% of Helpling's written reviews are positive against 83% of Mae's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Helpling ships an update every 2 weeks, Mae every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Helpling | Mae |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helpling-book-home-services/id1460802531/reviews)** | [4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mae/id1669197867/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **51** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 43.8% of reviews | **82.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 129 MB | 166 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Helpling GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/899625590) | [Maecenarts UG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1669197869) |

## What reviewers say

### Helpling

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/helpling-book-home-services/id1460802531)

Easily find and book insured domestic cleaners in your area. Manage all your cleaning appointments, view cleaner profiles with ratings, and communicate directly with your cleaner. Secure online payments and electronic invoices are provided.

**Highlights:** Find and book insured domestic cleaners, View cleaner profiles with ratings and reviews, Manage all appointments, Reschedule appointments, Chat with your cleaner, Secure online payments

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Mae

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mae/id1669197867)

Experience art and culture with like-minded individuals. Engage in discussions, share perspectives, and connect through curated events and creative workshops. Access exclusive perks and build meaningful relationships within a vibrant community.

**Highlights:** Curated art and cultural experiences, Artist-led encounters, Share perspectives and inspirations, Connect with like-minded creatives, Exclusive event perks and discounts, Community events and group chats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Membership | $25.00 | per month |
| 3x Monthly Membership | $59.00 | per 3 months |
| 6x Monthly Membership | $69.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Membership | $199.99 | per year |
| Extra Credits Mae IRL | $14.99 | one-time |
| Extra Credits Medium Mae IRL | $24.99 | one-time |
| Extra Credits Large Mae IRL | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Helpling free?

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

### Is Mae free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Helpling or Mae?

Helpling is rated higher. Helpling averages 4.4 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while Mae averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Helpling or Mae have ads?

Mae shows ads; Helpling does not.

### Which is updated more often, Helpling or Mae?

Helpling ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mae every 3 weeks. Most recently, Helpling was updated on October 24, 2026 and Mae on October 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.*