# ChkM8 vs Partiful

The clearest difference is rating: Partiful at 5.0 against ChkM8's 4.3. Partiful also leads on ratings volume (285K vs 13) and chart position (#3 vs unranked). ChkM8's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Partiful sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. ChkM8 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Partiful holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Partiful has 285K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of ChkM8's written reviews are positive against 87% of Partiful's.

ChkM8 ships an update every 2 weeks, Partiful every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ChkM8 | Partiful |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chkm8/id1538693623/reviews) | **[5.0 (285K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **285K** |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | **86.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#3** |
| Size | 136 MB | 181 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ChkM8, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538693625) | [Partiful](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662983537) |

## What reviewers say

### ChkM8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chkm8/id1538693623)

This app facilitates safer connections by allowing users to anonymously rate each other on integrity, likeability, and safety after a meetup. Users can choose to share their composite scores to build a credible reputation.

**Highlights:** Anonymous mutual ratings, Rate on integrity, likeability, safety, Private by default ratings, Optional sharing of composite scores, Consensual rating system, Schedule ratings within 24 hours, View others' ratings anonymously

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Partiful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304)

**Currently charting:** #3 Top Free · Lifestyle, #64 Top Free (US App Store)

Easily create fun event pages, send updates, and track RSVPs for any occasion. Discover local events and sell tickets directly through the app. Plan gatherings from casual dinners to formal weddings with customizable options.

**Highlights:** Create customizable event pages, Send text updates to guests, Track RSVPs in real-time, Discover local events, Sell tickets for events, Poll guests for availability, Shared photo albums

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Partiful Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| Peek | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On | $4.95 | one-time |
| Premium App Icon | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On (2 Pack) | $9.90 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Customizable event invites
- 🚀 Streamlined event management
- 👍 Convenient guest list tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with calendar access
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💬 Clunky messaging/communication features
- 🔍 Lack of multi-language support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when editing event date and time
- Non-English keyboard support issues
- Text blast notifications not always reliable

**Requested features**

- Add option to RSVP on behalf of guests
- Implement a 'pay later' feature for event costs
- Introduce a polling/voting system for event details
- Allow hosts to respond to 'can't go' comments
- Add support for multiple currencies


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChkM8 free?

ChkM8 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Partiful free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ChkM8 or Partiful?

Partiful is rated higher. ChkM8 averages 4.3 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Partiful averages 5.0 from 285K ratings.

### Do ChkM8 or Partiful have ads?

Neither ChkM8 nor Partiful shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ChkM8 or Partiful?

ChkM8 ships an update every 2 weeks, and Partiful every 6 days. Most recently, ChkM8 was updated on November 3, 2026 and Partiful on November 10, 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.*