Comparison

Playground vs Select 5

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

Head to head
About

Playground

This platform empowers creators to build and manage vibrant communities. It offers tools for memberships, event ticketing, exclusive content drops, and real-time chat to foster engagement and loyalty among members.

Highlights
  • Membership tiers and perks
  • Event ticketing and management
  • Exclusive content drops
  • Loyalty rewards system
  • Real-time community chat
  • Discover and join communities
Features
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JOIN A WORLD. BUILD YOUR OWN. Playground is the place where creators and communities play. A home for your members, your drops, and the real-life experiences you'll always remember. Whether you’re throwing events, releasing merch, hosting content, or growing a membership, Playground gives you the system behind the scenes. For Creators & Community Leads Memberships + access Offer tiers, perks, and gated experiences that turn casual followers into real members. Ticketing that connects back to community Sell tickets, bring people together IRL, then keep the energy alive after the evet ends inside your community. Drops and Releases Post events, content, merch, announcements, and moments as drops, so your world has a heartbeat. Rewards that build loyalty Recognize participation and keep members coming back with points, perks, and progression. Chat that keeps everyone close Real-time conversation for your core people. For Members Find your people, on purpose. Discover communities you actually want to be part of, from the first drop to the afterparty. Get access that feels earned. Unlock perks, tickets, member-only drops, and experiences you can’t get from a public feed. Know what’s happening, without hunting for it. Stay in the loop with drops, updates, and chat so you show up when it matters. Turn “maybe” into plans. Save the event. Invite a friend. Pull up. Do the thing. Playground isn’t about watching life happen. It’s about playing in it. Download Playground. Let's Play!

About

Select 5

Connect with others based on your music taste. Select your top 5 favorite songs to create a musical identity and find compatible matches. Engage in challenges, chat with new friends, and discover your community through shared sounds.

Highlights
  • Music taste matching
  • Top 5 song profile
  • Smart matching tiers
  • Swipeable discovery cards
  • Real-time messaging
  • Daily music challenges
  • Apple Music integration
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Select5 Find Your People Through Music Your music taste says everything about you. Select5 turns your favorite songs into real connections with people who truly get you. PICK YOUR TOP 5 Choose and rank your 5 favorite songs from Apple Music. This becomes your musical identity and how we match you with others. SMART MATCHING SYSTEM Not all matches are equal. Select5 uses three powerful tiers: Diamond Same songs and artists. Your true sonic soulmate Platinum Highly aligned listening habits and preferences Gold Shared genres, vibes, and nearby users Every match includes a detailed breakdown so you know exactly why you connect. DISCOVER YOUR TRIBE Browse profiles through swipeable discovery cards. Filter by match level, location, or sort by best matches and recent users. Save favorites and send connection requests to grow your circle. REAL TIME MESSAGING Chat instantly with your matches. Share music, talk about artists, and vibe together. Edit or delete messages anytime. DAILY MUSIC CHALLENGES Join genre based challenges. Submit songs, vote, and climb the leaderboard. Discover new music while engaging with the community. YOUR MUSIC PROFILE Showcase your Top 5, favorite genres, and top artists. Track your matches, connections, and music stats in one place. APPLE MUSIC INTEGRATION Connect your Apple Music account to easily pick songs from your library, playlists, and recent listens. GO PREMIUM Unlock the full experience: • Unlimited matches and messaging • See shared songs with matches • Profile photos and customization • Exclusive badges and themes • Ad free experience • Priority support Flexible plans available, including lifetime access. GLOBAL AND SECURE Available in 10 languages. Sign up with Apple, Google, or email. Your data stays protected with Firebase security. Music is personality. Your Top 5 is your identity. Find your people. Find your sound. Download Select5 today. https://www.select5.app/privacy https://www.select5.app/terms

Screenshots

Playground4 screens
Select 54 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Playground at 100% against Select 5's 50%. Playground also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads 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. Select 5 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Playground asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Playground holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Playground has 43 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Playground's written reviews are positive against 50% of Select 5's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Playground ships an update every 10 days, Select 5 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Playground versus Select 5: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlaygroundSelect 5
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (43 ratings) — better4.2 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings43 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB125 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperPlayground NY Inc.Select 5 LLC

Customer experience

Playground

All ratings43 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Select 5

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

Playground

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Select 5

Subscriptions2
  • Select5 Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Select5 Pro Yearly3 Days trial$10.991 Year

Questions

Is Playground free?
Playground is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Select 5 free?
Select 5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Playground or Select 5?
Playground is rated higher. Playground averages 5.0 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while Select 5 averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.
Do Playground or Select 5 have ads?
Neither Playground nor Select 5 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Playground or Select 5?
Playground ships an update every 10 days, and Select 5 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Playground was updated on November 3, 2026 and Select 5 on October 31, 2026.

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