Joinable vs Oliv
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Joinable
This app offers a social sharing experience focused on genuine human connection, free from algorithms and advertisements. It prioritizes privacy and simplicity for sharing memories with loved ones, aiming to make social media more human.
- Human connection focused
- No algorithms
- Ad-free experience
- Private sharing
- Simple interface
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Joinable is social sharing designed for humans. Today's social platforms prioritize engagement metrics and ad revenue over genuine human connection. They've turned our attention into a commodity, using sophisticated algorithms to keep us scrolling through endless ads. At Joinable, we're pioneering a different path - one that puts human connection first. No algorithms deciding what you see, no ads interrupting your moments, and no data mining to fuel the attention economy. We believe sharing memories with loved ones should be simple, private, and free from digital distractions. It's time to make social media human again.
Oliv
This app connects users with trusted recommendations from communities for various interests, from food to services. Users can join communities, explore trending suggestions, and share their own favorites. An interactive map aids discovery and navigation.
- Community-driven recommendations
- Upvote lists for restaurants, services, products
- Interactive discovery map
- Dynamic community feed
- Join interest-based communities
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Discover the power of community-driven recommendations with Oliv! Whether you're craving burgers, exploring Korean cuisine, or seeking Halal options, Oliv connects you with trusted recommendations from your favorite communities. From hidden gems to culinary delights, there's something for everyone on our platform. Ready to start your journey with Oliv? Follow these simple steps: 1. Find and join communities that resonate with your interests. 2. Explore trending recommendations and community favorites. 3. Share your own favorites, write reviews, and grow your community together! Key Features: - Upvote recommended lists for restaurants, services, and products. - Interactive map for easy navigation and discovery. - Dynamic community feed to stay updated on the latest trends. - Join over 20 vibrant communities in the San Francisco Bay Area! Join Oliv today and discover a world of trusted recommendations tailored to your preferences. Download now and start exploring!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Oliv at 5.0 against Joinable's 4.6. Joinable's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (31 vs 7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Oliv holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31 and 7 respectively.
Joinable ships an update every 5 days, Oliv every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Joinable | Oliv |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (31 ratings) | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 31 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 115 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joinable, Inc. | Oliv, Inc. |
Customer experience
Joinable
Oliv
In-app purchases
Joinable
No in-app purchases
Oliv
No in-app purchases
