Comparison

Pulse for X vs ARC

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

Head to head
About

Pulse for X

This app provides exclusive widgets to view all trending topics at a glance. It offers customizable sorting options and multiple widget sizes for a seamless experience. Designed for users who want to stay informed about current events and popular discussions.

Highlights
  • View X trends at a glance
  • Sort trends by original X order or volume
  • Exceptional widgets with multiple sizes
  • Masterfully crafted interface
  • Choose trends by country
  • Pro version with unlimited trends and sorting
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Enjoy seeing all X trends at a glance with Pulse exclusive widgets. Pulse is made for the demanding ones, who do not want to miss a thing — and surely would not suit others. • Access all trends at a glance. Sort trends by original X order or volume. • Exceptional widgets. Never miss a trend with multiple widget sizes and styles. • Masterfully crafted interface. • Choose trends country. — PRO VERSION • No limitation in number of trends. • Three widget sizes: small, medium, large. • Sorting mode: X and Volume. FREE VERSION • 10 random trends in app. • 3 random trends in widgets. • One widget size: small.

About

ARC

This members-only community app connects individuals with shared goals for collective value creation through collaboration. It offers a lifelong network, a say in community benefits, and spaces for new connections and engaging discussions.

Highlights
  • Members-only community
  • Collective value creation
  • Co-creation opportunities
  • New connections
  • Engaging discussions
  • Community-driven benefits
Features
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ARC is Community Rediscovered. Built on community, ARC is a pioneering brand with a shared belief that “alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.” We are a members-only community bringing curated groups of people together with a common goal – collective value creation through collaboration. More than just an app to connect with people, the ARC community will provide members with a lifelong network of interesting people and a community where you have a say in the utilities, co-creation partners, and benefits that are being built. To join us, you'll need to apply via our website. DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF CO-CREATION A community-driven process for collaborations with ARC members. MAKE BRAND NEW CONNECTIONS Expand your vision and engage in discussions with others in an open and reciprocal space. JOIN INTERESTING CONVERSATIONS Engage in a diverse range of discussions with other members of the community. INTERACT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY Experience a dynamic space that brings you closer to people.

Screenshots

Pulse for X4 screens
ARC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ARC at none against Pulse for X's 8. ARC also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. Pulse for X sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ARC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Pulse for X against 5.0 for ARC. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pulse for X ships an update every 3 months, ARC every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Pulse for X versus ARC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPulse for XARC
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.413.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB108 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTom MedioniSL8 Pte. Ltd.

Customer experience

Pulse for X

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ARC

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Pulse for X

Subscriptions6
  • Pulse Pro$1.991 Month
  • Pulse Pro7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pulse Pro$2.991 Month
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  • Pulse Pro$14.991 Year
  • Pulse Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pulse Pro$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pulse Pro$49.99
  • Pulse Pro$99.99
None

ARC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pulse for X free?
Pulse for X is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ARC free?
ARC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Pulse for X or ARC?
Pulse for X and ARC are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do Pulse for X or ARC have ads?
Neither Pulse for X nor ARC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pulse for X or ARC?
Pulse for X ships an update every 3 months, and ARC every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pulse for X was updated on November 3, 2026 and ARC on November 3, 2026.

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