Comparison

iMatch vs CIRCLES

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

Head to head
About

iMatch

This social networking app helps you find new friends and potential partners through AI-powered matching based on age, location, and interests. It offers features like virtual parties and profile verification to connect you with real people.

Highlights
  • AI-powered matching
  • Profile verification
  • Virtual parties
  • Crush Lookalike feature
  • Profile boosting
  • Super likes
Features
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iMatch - Match, Chat, Date. iMatch is a dating application which help you get a new friends easier than ever. Exclusive feature: We use a sophisticated AI system for two goals: - Get the perfect match for you based on multiple factors: age, location, interest... - Get your profile verified and you will only match with real people. - Party™ - meet new friends via virtual party. Live stream your party with your own music mix. - Crush Lookalike: an exclusive feature that used to find your dream partner. GET EVEN MORE FEATURES WITH GOLD MEMBER - Boost your profile for better visibility. - Super like to send message directly to a profile. - Unlimited top picks viewing. - Ad-free experience. and much more... If you choose to purchase iMatch Gold, payment will be charged to your iTunes account, and your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. iMatch Gold is available in three plans: - 01 month at $4.99/month. - 06 months at $15.99/6 months - 12 months at $29.99/year Prices are in U.S. dollars, may vary in countries other than the U.S. and are subject to change without notice. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Term of Use: https://match.mdcinfosystem.com/terms_of_service.html - Privacy Policy: https://match.mdcinfosystem.com/privacy_policy.html - Safety Guide: https://match.mdcinfosystem.com/safety.html All photos are of models and used for illustrative purposes only.

About

CIRCLES

Connect with other friend groups to make plans and create memories. Discover and match with squads of up to four for social outings, from nights out to trips.

Highlights
  • Form squads of up to four
  • Discover and match with other squads
  • Plan group outings and activities
  • Facilitate social connections
  • Expand your social circle
Features
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Circles is here to revolutionize the way we make plans, from electrifying night outs to cozy double dates, exhilarating ski trips, or simply grabbing a bite with new friends. Our innovative approach encourages you to team up with your friends, forming squads of up to four, to discover and match with other squads. It's about creating memories, sharing laughs, and enjoying the moment in a setting that feels familiar and exciting at the same time. Circles believes in the power of group dynamics to foster genuine connections and unforgettable moments. By moving away from the traditional one-on-one meetups, we open the door to a world where socializing feels natural, and every meet is a chance to expand your circle and experiences. You are already going out with your friends anyway in search of meeting other friend groups out, so why not increase your exposure and have access to every friend group in your city at your fingertips :)

Screenshots

iMatch4 screens
CIRCLES4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CIRCLES at 5.0 against iMatch's 4.0. CIRCLES also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. iMatch sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CIRCLES asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CIRCLES holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 47 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of iMatch's written reviews are positive against 100% of CIRCLES's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iMatch ships an update every 2 months, CIRCLES weekly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
iMatch versus CIRCLES: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriMatchCIRCLES
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (14 ratings)5.0 (47 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1447 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size92 MB81 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMDC MEDIA CO.,LTDCircles Social, Inc.

Customer experience

iMatch

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative6.7%

CIRCLES

All ratings47 ratings
Positive97.9%
Neutral2.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

iMatch

Subscriptions3
  • iMatch - Gold One Month$4.991 Month
  • iMatch - Gold Six Months Plan$15.996 Months
  • iMatch - Gold Twelve Months$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Super Like$0.99
  • Boost$0.99
None

CIRCLES

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iMatch free?
iMatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CIRCLES free?
CIRCLES is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iMatch or CIRCLES?
CIRCLES is rated higher. iMatch averages 4.0 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while CIRCLES averages 5.0 from 47 ratings.
Do iMatch or CIRCLES have ads?
iMatch shows ads; CIRCLES does not.
Which is updated more often, iMatch or CIRCLES?
iMatch ships an update every 2 months, and CIRCLES weekly. Most recently, iMatch was updated on November 3, 2026 and CIRCLES on November 3, 2026.

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