# SciMatch vs Cold Message

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cold Message at daily against SciMatch's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SciMatch sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days and Cold Message sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SciMatch ships an update every 3 weeks, Cold Message daily. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SciMatch | Cold Message |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (263 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scimatch-ai-dating-matchmaker/id1551001355/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **263** | — |
| Positive reviews | 40.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 130 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Scimatch Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551001807) | [Kirill Lysenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843339210) |

## What reviewers say

### SciMatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scimatch-ai-dating-matchmaker/id1551001355)

This app uses AI to analyze facial cues and predict genuine compatibility, moving beyond superficial attraction. It facilitates quick video dates and unlocks conversations based on psychological alignment, saving users time and effort in finding meaningful connections.

**Highlights:** AI compatibility matching, 5-minute video speed dates, High-compatibility chat unlock, Built-in dating coach, Celebrity lookalike matching

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ruby Favorite | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Ruby Favorite | $11.99 | per month |
| SciMatch Pro | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Ruby Favorite | $22.99 | per 3 months |
| SciMatch Pro | $33.99 | per month |
| Ruby Favorite | $37.99 | per 6 months |
| SciMatch Pro | $76.99 | per 3 months |
| SciMatch Pro | $124.99 | per 6 months |
| Celeb Crush | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ruby Roulette | $4.99 | one-time |
| Celeb Crush - Pack of 5 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Ruby Roulette - Pack of 30 | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Innovative AI matching
- 👍 Easy to use
- ✨ Unique concept
- 🚀 Profile creation is fast
- 🤝 Feels like a matchmaker

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Account deletion issues
- ❌ Spamming and unsubscribing problems
- 🤥 Fake profiles and scams
- 🌍 Limited geographic reach
- 📉 Poor match quality

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot delete account
- Unsubscribe not working
- App freezes on authorization
- Main photo gets a red flag
- Invalid verification link

**Requested features**

- Improve diversity of user base
- Fix algorithm for sexual orientation
- Add location filters
- Allow reporting of fake profiles
- Improve compatibility with MacBooks


### Cold Message

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cold-message/id6759369694)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RRTE | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SciMatch free?

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

### Is Cold Message free?

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

### Do SciMatch or Cold Message have ads?

Neither SciMatch nor Cold Message shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SciMatch or Cold Message?

SciMatch ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cold Message daily. Most recently, SciMatch was updated on October 14, 2026 and Cold Message on October 5, 2026.

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