Circle Communities vs MAPs Network
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Circle Communities
Stay connected with your online communities on the go. This app lets you participate in discussions, join live streams, and track events for any Circle.so community you're a part of. Never miss an update from your creators or fellow members.
- Community discussions
- Event tracking
- Live stream hosting
- On-the-go access
- Message notifications
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The official companion app for your Circle community is here! If you’re a member or creator of a Circle.so community, our app allows you to keep up with your discussions, events, and messages on the go. Join and host live streams, keep track of upcoming events, and never miss a beat on any of your Circle communities.
MAPs Network
This platform offers tools and resources for personal and professional growth. Access expert-led courses, exclusive guides, live events, and networking opportunities to unlock your full potential and build the future you envision.
- Expert-led courses
- Exclusive resources and guides
- Live and on-demand events
- Networking opportunities
- Personal development content
- Continuous updates
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MAPs: Your Guide to Success and Self-Development MAPs is your all-in-one platform for personal and professional growth. Designed to empower individuals on their journey to becoming their best selves, MAPs offers a comprehensive suite of tools and resources to help you unlock your full potential. With MAPs, you gain access to: •Expert-Led Courses: Learn from professionals across a wide range of industries and disciplines. •Exclusive Resources: Access practical guides, workbooks, and strategies tailored for real-world success. •Live and On-Demand Events: Participate in interactive sessions, webinars, and video events designed to inspire and educate. •Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, mentors, and industry leaders in a supportive community. •Personal Development Content: Explore articles, videos, and insights focused on mindset, habits, and growth. •Continuous Updates: Stay ahead with regularly added content and features to support your evolving journey. Whether you're looking to enhance your career, build meaningful connections, or improve your mindset, MAPs is your trusted companion on the road to success. Download MAPs today and start building the future you envision.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Circle Communities at 86K against MAPs Network's 2. Circle Communities also leads on chart position (#74 vs unranked). MAPs Network's advantage is monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.5). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Circle Communities against 5.0 for MAPs Network. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Circle Communities has 86K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Circle Communities ships an update fortnightly, MAPs Network every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Circle Communities | MAPs Network |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (86K ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 65.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 86K — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #74 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 84 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | CircleCo Inc | The Success Mentor Inc |
Customer experience
Circle Communities
MAPs Network
Bugs and requests
Circle Communities
Reported bugs
5 issues- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Disappearing messages and notifications
- Inability to access certain communities
- Malformed data errors and login issues
- Compatibility problems with older devices
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to save draft posts and comments
- Improved text editing and cursor control
- Better video playback controls and functionality
- Syncing notifications and activity across devices
- More customization and personalization options
MAPs Network
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Circle Communities
No in-app purchases
MAPs Network
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Circle Communities free?
Is MAPs Network free?
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