Pulse for X vs HMD OffGrid
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
HMD OffGrid
Communicate and share your location via satellite when cellular service is unavailable. Send and receive messages, track your real-time position, and send check-in messages for peace of mind. Features an SOS function for urgent assistance.
- 2-way satellite messaging
- Real-time location sharing
- One-button check-in messages
- SOS emergency assistance
- Device pairing and setup
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Don’t let a lack of network coverage hold you back. Link your phone to your HMD OffGrid satellite tag to send and receive messages – just like texting. Send regular location updates over satellite connection, providing peace of mind for you, your travel companions, and your loved ones. Key Features: Messaging 2-way messaging Location sharing Back at home, they can follow your location in real time. Check-in messages One button to let a contact know that you’re safe. SOS Request urgent help from local search-and-rescue teams. Setting up your HMD OffGrid is a breeze: Pair Your Device: Connect your HMD OffGrid satellite device to your smartphone. Choose a Plan: Select a subscription plan that suits your needs. Start Exploring: You're ready to embark on your next adventure App is compatible with HMD OffGrid satellite communication device
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HMD OffGrid at none against Pulse for X's 8. HMD OffGrid also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ratings volume 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
Both are free to download. Pulse for X sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. HMD OffGrid asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Pulse for X against 5.0 for HMD OffGrid. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.
Pulse for X ships an update every 3 months, HMD OffGrid every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Pulse for X | HMD OffGrid |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tom Medioni | HMD Global Oy |
Customer experience
Pulse for X
HMD OffGrid
In-app purchases
Pulse for X
- 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
- Pulse Pro$49.99
- Pulse Pro$99.99
HMD OffGrid
No in-app purchases
