# Pindle vs #gifted

The clearest difference is update cadence: #gifted at every 6 days against Pindle's monthly. #gifted also leads on ratings volume (123 vs 19). Pindle's advantage is review sentiment (73% vs 59%) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

#gifted holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: #gifted has 123 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of Pindle's written reviews are positive against 59% of #gifted's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Pindle ships an update monthly, #gifted every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pindle | #gifted |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pindle/id1523281916/reviews) | **[4.6 (123 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gifted/id1589733314/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19 | **123** |
| Positive reviews | **72.7% of reviews** | 58.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 114 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.1** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kang Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523281918) | [Hashtag Gifted Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1589733316) |

## What reviewers say

### Pindle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pindle/id1523281916)

Share your travel photos and connect with a global community. Geotag your images on a map-based platform, discover new places, and earn rewards.  Organize memories with free cloud storage and support NGOs.

**Highlights:** Map-based photo sharing with geotagging, Discover hidden gems and global locations, Free cloud storage for memories, Earn rewards and exchange for gifts, Support NGOs through donations, Connect with friends and global communities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### #gifted

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gifted/id1589733314)

This app rewards social media creators and influencers with gifts and experiences from popular brands. Users need a minimum follower count on platforms like Instagram or TikTok to be approved.

**Highlights:** Receive gifts from top brands, Get rewarded for social clout, Access exclusive experiences, Connect with brands, Eligibility based on follower count

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy navigation
- 🎯 Simple swipe feature for browsing brand opportunities
- 💼 High-quality brand partnerships available
- 🚀 Seamless in-app communication with brands
- 🤝 Effective platform for connecting creators and brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Arbitrary account removal without proper notice or explanation
- 💰 Exploitative practices - selling creator content to brands without compensation
- 🚫 Inconsistent and unclear engagement rate requirements
- 😤 Poor customer service and unresponsive support team
- 🔐 Lack of creator content protection in terms and conditions

**Reported bugs**

- Instagram connection fails with 'insufficient developer code' error
- App crashes when attempting to connect social media accounts
- Profile page becomes blank/white during login
- Instagram disconnection issues preventing account reconnection
- Inconsistent profile approval status after updates

**Requested features**

- Clear, transparent engagement rate requirements communicated upfront
- Proper notification system before account removal with specific reasons
- Creator content protection agreements and licensing transparency
- Support for micro-creators with lower follower thresholds
- Improved customer service with responsive support team


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pindle free?

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

### Is #gifted free?

#gifted is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Pindle or #gifted?

#gifted is rated higher. Pindle averages 4.4 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while #gifted averages 4.6 from 123 ratings.

### Do Pindle or #gifted have ads?

Neither Pindle nor #gifted shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pindle or #gifted?

Pindle ships an update monthly, and #gifted every 6 days. Most recently, Pindle was updated on October 7, 2026 and #gifted on October 17, 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.*