Comparison

D8ER vs MAK Events+

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

Head to head
About

D8ER

Meet new people and build connections through a profile-based dating app. Explore singles, express interest, and start conversations after a mutual match. Customize your profile and enjoy a safe, secure environment for dating.

Highlights
  • Discover local singles
  • Like and match profiles
  • Mutual match conversations
  • Customizable profiles
  • Safe and secure environment
  • Profile insights with subscription
Features
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Discover a refreshing way to meet new people and build meaningful connections. D8ER is a profile-based dating app where you can explore singles, express interest, and start conversations after a mutual match. We believe great connections begin with shared interest and mutual choice. * Discover Profiles Browse profiles of singles near you and explore people who match your preferences and interests. * Like & Match Swipe or tap to like profiles. When two people like each other, it’s a match — and that’s when conversations begin. * Meaningful Conversations Chat becomes available only after a mutual match, creating a comfortable and respectful environment for everyone. * Express Yourself Customize your profile and showcase your personality with photos and unique avatars. * Safe & Secure Your privacy and safety matter to us. We use modern security practices to protect your data and provide a positive experience. D8ER puts you in control — discover, match, and connect at your own pace. Download today and start meeting people who share your interests. ⇩⇩⇩ Here’s what you should know about auto-renewing subscriptions: – If you choose to purchase a weekly, monthly or annual subscription, you will be able to see additional profile insights and enjoy enhanced features during the chosen subscription period. Prices may vary by country and are subject to change with notice. Prices are clearly displayed in the app. – All subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. – Auto-renewal can be canceled at any time in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Privacy policy: https://rencontre-app.web.app/privacy.html Terms and conditions: https://rencontre-app.web.app/terms.html

About

MAK Events+

Discover local events like parties, concerts, and networking opportunities. Filter by interests, location, and price to find personalized recommendations. Purchase tickets in-app with QR code check-in for seamless event access.

Highlights
  • Event discovery hub
  • Advanced event filters
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Verified user accounts
  • QR code ticketing and check-in
  • In-app ticket purchases
Features
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MAK — Discover Events. Host Better. Connect in Real Life. MAK is an all-in-one event discovery and hosting app built to make finding, attending, and managing events easier than ever. Whether you’re looking for something fun to do nearby, hosting your own event, or connecting with people who are going too, MAK brings the entire experience into one simple platform. Discover events through a personalized feed, interactive map, and story-style views. Search and filter by date, location, vibe, and more, then follow your favorite hosts and venues so you never miss what’s next. MAK helps users find events that match their interests while giving hosts the tools they need to reach the right audience. For creators, businesses, and event organizers, MAK makes hosting simple. Switch between Personal and Host modes from one account, publish free or paid events, manage capacity, sell tickets, scan QR codes at the door, track attendees in real time, and download event reports after. Hosts can also promote events with referral rewards and free-ticket giveaways to help drive attendance. For attendees, MAK is more than just tickets. RSVP or purchase in one tap, save tickets to Apple Wallet, share events directly through iMessage, and even use an iOS App Clip for quick RSVP without downloading the full app. After attending, users can post to the event photo wall, earn an “I went” stamp, rate the event, and connect with other people who attended. MAK also includes powerful features like Instagram event claiming, deep links, universal links, dark-mode maps, dynamic app icons, 50+ language support, and premium subscription features powered by RevenueCat. MAK makes events easier to discover, easier to host, and easier to experience.

Screenshots

D8ER4 screens
MAK Events+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: D8ER at none against MAK Events+'s shown. MAK Events+'s advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 80%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. D8ER sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and MAK Events+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for D8ER against 4.5 for MAK Events+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 30 and 11 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of D8ER's written reviews are positive against 100% of MAK Events+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

D8ER ships an update every 3 weeks, MAK Events+ every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
D8ER versus MAK Events+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterD8ERMAK Events+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (30 ratings) — better4.5 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings30 — better11
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1715.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB118 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperRencontre Gratuit App LtdMak App

Customer experience

D8ER

All ratings30 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews49 reviews
Positive79.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.4%

MAK Events+

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

D8ER

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Users reporting inability to do anything without paying
  • Fake profiles using AI
  • Escorts and scammers present on the platform

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improve geolocation features
  • Clarify ad recency
  • Address fake profiles and AI impersonation
  • Offer more free functionality

MAK Events+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

D8ER

Subscriptions9
  • Premium Access$4.997 Days
  • Premium Access$8.991 Month
  • Premium Access$14.997 Days
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  • Premium – 1 Month Access$24.991 Month
  • Premium Access$29.991 Month
  • Premium – 3 Month Access$39.993 Months
  • Premium Access$49.991 Year
  • Premium – 1 Year Access$79.991 Year
  • Premium Access$79.991 Year
2 purchases

MAK Events+

Subscriptions2
  • Plus$4.991 Month
  • Premium$9.991 Month

Questions

Is D8ER free?
D8ER is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MAK Events+ free?
MAK Events+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, D8ER or MAK Events+?
D8ER is rated higher. D8ER averages 4.6 out of 5 from 30 ratings, while MAK Events+ averages 4.5 from 11 ratings.
Do D8ER or MAK Events+ have ads?
MAK Events+ shows ads; D8ER does not.
Which is updated more often, D8ER or MAK Events+?
D8ER ships an update every 3 weeks, and MAK Events+ every 2 weeks. Most recently, D8ER was updated on November 7, 2026 and MAK Events+ on October 30, 2026.

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