Comparison

MATSUKO vs Groups, the social alternative

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

Head to head
About

MATSUKO

Features
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Connect with anyone in Apple Vision Pro through lifelike holograms using MATSUKO, the world’s first app for holographic meetings that uses an iPhone XR or higher for hologram streaming. **Winner of SXSW Pitch of Extended Reality & Immersive Technology. Featured by Forbes, Bloomberg, Fast Company.** BENEFITS - ‘As if you were there’ experience, as easy as a phone call. - Realistic and authentic visual representation of you. No Avatars, REAL YOU reconstructed from iPhone into 3D. - Low setup time. No volumetric studio needed. Join meetings as real you in 3D. - Real face expressions, seeing others in real time 3D with depth, just like how we see people in real life. - Real scale people - Better readability of others expressions for engaging and effective communication. - Complex technology within a simple mobile app. HOW IT WORKS - Works with MATSUKO app in Apple Vision Pro. - Place the iPhone in front of you and Join meeting in Apple Vision Pro. - See other participants as holograms placed around a virtual table. FEATURES - Lifelike holographic call of multiple participants. - Fully immersive mode or passthrough mode. SUPPORT For more information on setup, please visit https://www.matsuko.com/support https://www.linkedin.com/company/matsuko www.matsuko.com #MATSUKO #ExperienceRealPresence #visionproapps #HolographicPresence

About

Groups, the social alternative

A private, ad-free social network focused on authentic connections and user control. It offers a distraction-free experience for personal and business interactions, with mainstream news delivered without ads or tracking.

Highlights
  • 100% Ad-Free
  • Algorithm-Free Feed
  • End-to-End Privacy Protection
  • Mainstream News Without Ads
  • Social and Business Connections
  • Community-Driven Platform
Features
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Groups, the Social Alternative – Private, Ad-Free Social Networking What if social media could be simpler, safer, and truly private? Welcome to SoftEXIT Groups, the next-generation social network designed for users who value privacy, authenticity, and real connections—without the noise. Your Privacy, Our Priority - No tracking. No data selling. No invasive AI. Your information stays yours, ensuring a secure, private space to connect with friends, communities, and businesses. No Ads, No Algorithms - Tired of corporate-controlled feeds? SoftEXIT Groups puts you in control. No intrusive ads, no algorithm-driven content—just real, unfiltered conversations with the people that matter most. Mainstream News Without Ads - Stay informed with real news from mainstream sources—without the ads and tracking. Get the latest headlines without distractions, so you can stay updated without the noise of clickbait or hidden agendas. Built for Social and Business Connections - Whether you're engaging with friends or collaborating with teams, SoftEXIT Groups offers a seamless, distraction-free platform for meaningful conversations and professional networking. Why Choose Groups? • 100% Ad-Free and Algorithm-Free • End-to-End Privacy Protection • Mainstream News Without Ads • Authentic, Real Connections • Community-Driven, Not Corporate-Owned • Simple, Intuitive, and Free • Join the movement for a better, more private social experience. Download Groups, the Social Alternative today and take back control of your online interactions—free from ads, tracking, and manipulation. Download now and rediscover social media the way it should be!

Screenshots

MATSUKO3 screens
Groups, the social alternative4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Groups, the social alternative at every 3 days against MATSUKO's every 5 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MATSUKO ships an update every 5 weeks, Groups, the social alternative every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MATSUKO versus Groups, the social alternative: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMATSUKOGroups, the social alternative
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size335 MB15 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMatsuko s.r.o.SoftEXIT, LLC

In-app purchases

None

MATSUKO

No in-app purchases

None

Groups, the social alternative

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MATSUKO free?
MATSUKO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Groups, the social alternative free?
Groups, the social alternative is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MATSUKO or Groups, the social alternative have ads?
Neither MATSUKO nor Groups, the social alternative shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MATSUKO or Groups, the social alternative?
MATSUKO ships an update every 5 weeks, and Groups, the social alternative every 3 days. Most recently, MATSUKO was updated on October 30, 2026 and Groups, the social alternative on November 3, 2026.

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