Comparison

Circle Communities vs eLLVate

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

Head to head
About

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. It's designed for both members and creators to manage their community interactions seamlessly.

Highlights
  • Community discussions
  • Live stream hosting and joining
  • Event tracking
  • On-the-go community management
  • Message notifications
Features
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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.

About

eLLVate

Features
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eLLVate is the community app built exclusively for Lake Las Vegas residents — a private space to connect with neighbors, stay in the loop, and get more out of living here. Community Forum Talk with neighbors across dedicated channels — Announcements, HOA, Marina & Boating, Golf, Trails, Dining, Sports Club, Buy & Sell, and General. Ask questions, share recommendations, or just say hello. Local Events Browse what's happening around the lake and RSVP in a tap — from sunset yoga on the marina lawn to neighborhood movie nights. Never miss what's going on in your own backyard. Neighborhood Missions Complete fun, community-driven challenges — meet your neighbors, support local businesses, and earn XP as you go. Climb the community leaderboard and build your streak. Local Services Directory Find and review trusted local businesses and service providers recommended by people who actually live here — landscapers, tutors, contractors, and more. HOA Petitions Raise real issues with the HOA board and rally support from your neighbors. Track petitions from creation through the board's response. Stay in the Loop Get a weekly digest of what you missed, manage your notifications, and keep your profile up to date — all built around one goal: making Lake Las Vegas feel like the tight-knit community it is. eLLVate is free for everyone in the Lake Las Vegas community.

Screenshots

Circle Communities4 screens
eLLVate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Circle Communities at #63 against eLLVate's unranked. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Circle Communities versus eLLVate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCircle CommunitieseLLVate
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (87K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings87K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
Best chart rank#63 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB57 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperCircleCo IncDaniel Nolan

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

eLLVate

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Circle Communities

No in-app purchases

None

eLLVate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Circle Communities free?
Circle Communities is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is eLLVate free?
eLLVate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Circle Communities or eLLVate have ads?
Neither Circle Communities nor eLLVate shows ads.

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