# Magnets vs Bubbl Widget

The clearest difference is rating: Bubbl Widget at 4.7 against Magnets's 4.1. Bubbl Widget also leads on review sentiment (71% vs 34%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Magnets's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Magnets sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Bubbl Widget asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bubbl Widget holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bubbl Widget has 812 ratings behind it against 137, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Magnets's written reviews are positive against 71% of Bubbl Widget's.

Magnets ships an update every 2 days, Bubbl Widget weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magnets | Bubbl Widget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (137 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnets-shared-widgets/id1520682943/reviews) | **[4.7 (812 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubbl-widget/id6450650265/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 137 | **812** |
| Positive reviews | 34.1% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 360 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Silvan Daehn](https://appshunter.io/developer/1318172340) | [Saif AL Essai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1694216593) |

## What reviewers say

### Magnets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magnets-shared-widgets/id1520682943)

Create shared widgets for your home screen to post photos and messages with friends. These collaborative widgets act like digital fridge magnets, allowing friends to leave updates that appear instantly on everyone's screens.

**Highlights:** Collaborative widgets, Share photos, Post messages, Real-time updates, Home screen integration, Friend sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $3.99 | one-time |


### Bubbl Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubbl-widget/id6450650265)

This app places live text feeds from your closest friends directly onto your home screen. Share thoughts and statuses instantly, creating a digital sticky note experience for your inner circle. React to messages and build a history of shared moments.

**Highlights:** Live text feeds on home screen, Share thoughts and statuses, Digital sticky note experience, Friend reactions with emojis, Build message history, Dedicated widgets for individuals

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🤝 Smooth sharing with friends
- 💕 Cute and fun app
- 🎉 Celebration features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy
- 🔧 Login issues for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Short messages in last update
- Unable to log in with phone number

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Customizable text color
- Android version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magnets free?

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

### Is Bubbl Widget free?

Bubbl Widget is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magnets or Bubbl Widget?

Bubbl Widget is rated higher. Magnets averages 4.1 out of 5 from 137 ratings, while Bubbl Widget averages 4.7 from 812 ratings.

### Do Magnets or Bubbl Widget have ads?

Bubbl Widget shows ads; Magnets does not.

### Which is updated more often, Magnets or Bubbl Widget?

Magnets ships an update every 2 days, and Bubbl Widget weekly. Most recently, Magnets was updated on September 27, 2026 and Bubbl Widget on September 21, 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.*