Comparison

Vicinity vs Convo

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

Head to head
About

Vicinity

Connect instantly with people nearby through live chatrooms and private messaging. This social tool aims to foster real-time connections within communities, encouraging face-to-face interactions. Discover local events, ask for recommendations, or simply chat with those around you.

Highlights
  • Live chatrooms based on location radius
  • Private messaging
  • Place-based voice/chat rooms
  • Voice and video calling (Premium)
  • Dark mode support
  • Moderated chat for safety
Features
Read full description

Vicinity is a spatial communication network — the group chat for IRL. A real-time social layer tied to where you are, not who you follow. No algorithms — just your local world, live. Open the app and connect with everyone nearby across multiple topic channels. Send message requests, create group chats, or join landmark rooms at iconic locations worldwide — but only if you're physically there. The internet you walk through, not the one you scroll. As connection with those physically around us quietly erodes, Vicinity gives your location a shared context — a common channel for real community. Potential uses • Meet new people nearby • Organize meetups by topic • Chat with others at a sports game, bar, or concert • Coordinate a class study group • Get help from a neighbor • Invite others to a block party • Recommend shows, restaurants, or events to people nearby • Ask locals for tips when traveling • Coordinate group activities • Host a game night with people nearby — trivia, chess, poker, and more Core features • Vicinity chat: multiple topic channels for your radius • Live Games: host or join real-time multiplayer games with people nearby — trivia, chess, poker, blackjack, werewolf, mahjong, and more • Landmark rooms: audio and text chat at iconic locations worldwide — only if you're physically there • Private messaging: send message requests to anyone you meet in the chatroom • Profile photos: free for everyone • Premium: group chats, photos in DMs, voice & video calls, ad-free, and more Dark Mode Vicinity supports both light and dark mode. Privacy and security All location-based rooms are fully moderated. Distance sharing is optional — you control what you share. Download Vicinity. Community restored. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Convo

Connect with people in your immediate vicinity through real-time conversations and updates. Discover local events, share your thoughts, and engage with your community, all based on your current location.

Highlights
  • Connect with people nearby
  • Real-time local feed updates
  • Discover local events and news
  • Post to all nearby users
  • Private messaging
  • User-friendly interface
Features
Read full description

Discover, connect, and engage with people in your current area using Convo - the ultimate app for real-time, location-based conversations and updates! CONNECT WITH PEOPLE NEARBY Wherever you go, Convo automatically updates your feed with posts from people in your current area. At home? Chat with neighbors and your local community. On vacation? Instantly connect with others at your destination! SKIP THE FOMO: Stay in the loop with everything happening around you. From concerts and festivals to breaking news and local gossip, Convo keeps you informed and engaged with your community. JOIN THE CONVERSATION With Convo, your voice is heard! No need for a large following – your posts reach ALL nearby users, sparking meaningful connections and discussions. It's like walking into a room full of friends! PRIVATE MESSAGING Privately chat with anyone you meet on Convo! Whether you're new in town and looking to expand your social circle or securing a local business deal, Convo's got you covered. SHARE YOUR WORLD Speak up and share your thoughts, updates, and favorite moments. Reply to posts, show some love with hearts, and discover new people who share your interests. USER-FRIENDLY Convo's smooth and intuitive interface makes it a breeze to navigate. Stay notified about likes, replies, and new followers, keeping you engaged with your local network. Download Convo today and dive into the buzz of your current area! Connect, share, and be part of the conversation that matters most – the one happening right where you are.

Screenshots

Vicinity4 screens
Convo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Convo at none against Vicinity's 1. Convo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Vicinity's advantage is ratings volume (37 vs 3). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Vicinity sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $10.99 per year. Convo asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Convo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vicinity has 37 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vicinity ships an update every 4 days, Convo weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Vicinity versus Convo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVicinityConvo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (37 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings37 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB15 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperEsketit LLCJake Adams

Customer experience

Vicinity

All ratings37 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.7%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

Convo

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Vicinity

Subscriptions1
  • Subscription Features$10.991 Year
None

Convo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vicinity free?
Vicinity is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Convo free?
Convo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Vicinity or Convo?
Convo is rated higher. Vicinity averages 4.6 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while Convo averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Vicinity or Convo have ads?
Vicinity shows ads; Convo does not.
Which is updated more often, Vicinity or Convo?
Vicinity ships an update every 4 days, and Convo weekly. Most recently, Vicinity was updated on September 8, 2026 and Convo on June 1, 2026.

Other comparisons