# Waveful vs Reinbow

The clearest difference is monetization model: Reinbow at free with in-app purchases against Waveful's subscription. Reinbow also leads on ratings volume (6.6K vs 1.7K). Waveful's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Waveful sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Reinbow sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Waveful against 4.8 for Reinbow. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.7K and 6.6K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 93% and 93% positive.

Waveful ships an update every 4 days, Reinbow weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Waveful | Reinbow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waveful-become-a-creator/id1532913255/reviews)** | [4.8 (6.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reinbow/id1540532648/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.7K | **6.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **92.8% of reviews** | 92.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 307 MB | 456 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dennis Motta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1221970674) | [Reinbow Tech inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154216938) |

## What reviewers say

### Waveful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/waveful-become-a-creator/id1532913255)

This platform empowers users to become influencers by providing tools to gain followers and views rapidly. It fosters authentic self-expression and offers a unique monetization system to support creators from day one. Engage with a supportive community that celebrates creativity and genuine connection.

**Highlights:** Gain followers and views quickly, High engagement with likes and comments, Monetize content from day one, Authentic self-expression, Connect with like-minded users, Supportive creator community

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Goodies Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 4 Superlikes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 4 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Color | $4.99 | one-time |
| 11 Superlikes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 8 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 24 Superlikes | $9.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 15 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 20 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 50 Superlikes | $19.99 | one-time |
| 130 Superlikes | $49.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 50 | $49.99 | one-time |
| 300 Superlikes | $99.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 100 | $99.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 200 | $199.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 300 | $299.99 | one-time |
| Goodies Pack 500 | $499.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💰 Ability to earn money from content
- 🌊 Positive, supportive community
- 🚀 Fast growth potential for creators
- 🎨 Unique features like 'Islands' for communities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Discoverability issues for new users
- 💵 High revenue share for platform (50%)
- 🔒 Lack of customization options for creators

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional app crashes or freezes
- Difficulty finding missed comments or notifications

**Requested features**

- More advanced analytics and reporting
- Scheduling tools for content planning
- Tiered membership options for creators


### Reinbow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reinbow/id1540532648)

This social media app emphasizes authenticity and creativity, encouraging users to share unfiltered content using only the in-app camera. Engage with others to evolve your profile and unlock new communities, fostering genuine connections and rewarding user activity.

**Highlights:** Real-time video recording with in-app camera, Authenticity-focused content creation, Activity-based 'color' evolution system, Explore 'galaxies' and connect with creators, Live chat and video streaming, Send gifts to creators, Build a network of followers

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Tokens | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Tokens | $8.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Tokens | $16.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Tokens | $23.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Tokens | $30.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Tokens | $41.49 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🚀 Smooth and responsive app
- 💎 Unique and engaging features
- 🤝 Friendly and supportive community
- 💰 Generous earnings and payouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Lack of customization options
- 💬 Limited comment functionality
- ⏰ Slow customer support response times
- 💳 High withdrawal threshold

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to complete registration process
- Coins not properly credited for completed tasks
- Inconsistent payout and withdrawal issues
- Video quality and performance problems

**Requested features**

- Add text-based post/comment system
- Implement video saving and liking features
- Improve multi-guest streaming options
- Introduce a block button for users
- Lower the withdrawal threshold


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Waveful free?

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

### Is Reinbow free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Waveful or Reinbow?

Waveful is rated higher. Waveful averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Reinbow averages 4.8 from 6.6K ratings.

### Do Waveful or Reinbow have ads?

Both Waveful and Reinbow show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Waveful or Reinbow?

Waveful ships an update every 4 days, and Reinbow weekly. Most recently, Waveful was updated on October 21, 2026 and Reinbow on October 25, 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.*