# FET vs Catch Connect

The clearest difference is ads: Catch Connect at none against FET's shown. Catch Connect also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (67% vs 48%). FET's advantage is ratings volume (26K vs 5) and chart position (#53 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FET sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Catch Connect sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 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 — 4.3 for FET against 4.2 for Catch Connect. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FET has 26K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of FET's written reviews are positive against 67% of Catch Connect's.

FET ships an update every 6 weeks, Catch Connect monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FET | Catch Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fet-alternative-dating/id1478870872/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-connect/id6746578111/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 47.6% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#53** | — |
| Size | 240 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ideawise Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/719462186) | [Joel Fay](https://appshunter.io/developer/1776922465) |

## What reviewers say

### FET

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fet-alternative-dating/id1478870872)

**Currently charting:** #53 Top Grossing · Social Networking, #136 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

This app offers an open-minded community for singles and couples exploring alternative lifestyles. Connect through chat rooms, groups, and forums, or find local events. It prioritizes honest communication and consent for various relationship dynamics.

**Highlights:** Open-minded community, Chat rooms and private messages, Groups and forums, Local events and meetups, Alternative lifestyle dating, Verified profiles and discretion

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Membership | $10.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $18.49 | per month |
| 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $21.99 | per month |
| 6 Months | $63.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 Months | $79.99 | per year |
| 12 Months | $90.99 | per year |
| 1000 Points | $6.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Points | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth app experience
- 👍 Respectful community
- 🔒 Strict moderation
- 💡 Unique features like spanking and gifting
- 👍 Easy to navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy notifications and messaging
- 💰 Paywall for many features
- 🤖 Presence of fake/inactive profiles
- 🚫 Strict rules leading to bans
- 🕰️ Slow verification process

**Reported bugs**

- Accounts randomly getting logged out
- Issues with photo uploads and verification
- Messaging system glitches
- Inconsistent app performance on different devices

**Requested features**

- Improved filtering options
- Faster verification process
- Better moderation of fake profiles
- More inclusive gender/sexuality options
- Ability to delete/deactivate account


### Catch Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catch-connect/id6746578111)

Connect with people who share your interests in real-life locations like campus, parks, or conventions. Create personal or group profiles to find friends and join communities based on hobbies and activities.

**Highlights:** Connect based on real-life proximity, Create personal profiles, Create group profiles for clubs/activities, Discover users with similar interests, Facilitate local friendships

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $9.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FET free?

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

### Is Catch Connect free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FET or Catch Connect?

FET is rated higher. FET averages 4.3 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while Catch Connect averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do FET or Catch Connect have ads?

FET shows ads; Catch Connect does not.

### Which is updated more often, FET or Catch Connect?

FET ships an update every 6 weeks, and Catch Connect monthly. Most recently, FET was updated on November 10, 2026 and Catch Connect on October 30, 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.*