#gifted vs Cake! Network
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
#gifted
This app rewards social media creators and influencers with gifts and experiences from popular brands. Users need a minimum follower count on platforms like Instagram or TikTok to be approved.
- Receive gifts from top brands
- Get rewarded for social clout
- Access exclusive experiences
- Connect with brands
- Eligibility based on follower count
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Get rewarded for your social clout with gifts & experiences from top brands that you love. Creators need 3000 followers on Instagram or 10,000 on TikTok to be approved.
Cake! Network
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Cake! Network is where cake enthusiasts, decorators and business owners come together to learn, connect and grow. Whether you’re baking for fun or building a business, you’ll find the support, inspiration and practical learning you need to take your cake skills to the next level — all in one friendly, creative space. Join our vibrant cake community. Inside the app, you can: + Connect with fellow decorators, artists and business owners in a positive, judgment-free space. + Learn from industry experts through workshops, tutorials and live Q&A sessions. + Share your creations, stories and wins — and be inspired by others who love what they do. + Grow your business skills with mentoring, business-lounge sessions and real-world advice. + Access Cake! TV for bite-size videos on buttercream, fondant, chocolate work, stencilling and more. + Build your skills in Cake! School foundations or our “Start Your Own Baking Business” series. + Master new techniques in Cake! Masterclasses on textures, piping and advanced finishes. + Join live community events like monthly Q&As, masterminds and accountability meet-ups. Whether you’re new to decorating or an experienced pro, Cake! Network gives you connection, confidence and community — everything you need to keep learning, laughing and creating. Inside Cake! Network you’ll find: + A friendly, supportive community of cake lovers, bakers and sugar artists + Live workshops and member events each month + Exclusive content and courses for every skill level + Real-time chat and groups for business and creative growth + A space that celebrates your passion for cake — and the people behind it From basics to mastery — learn and grow with us. Whether you decorate for fun, for family, or for business, there’s always more to learn — and more people to share it with. Come for the cakes, stay for the community.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: #gifted at 15.1 against Cake! Network's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
#gifted ships an update every 6 days, Cake! Network weekly. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.
| Parameter | #gifted | Cake! Network |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (123 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 123 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 96 MB | 130 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Hashtag Gifted Pty Ltd | The Cake Network Pty Ltd |
Bugs and requests
#gifted
Reported bugs
6 issues- Instagram connection fails with 'insufficient developer code' error
- App crashes when attempting to connect social media accounts
- Profile page becomes blank/white during login
- Instagram disconnection issues preventing account reconnection
- Inconsistent profile approval status after updates
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- Technical glitches affecting brand-creator communication
Requested features
8 requests- Clear, transparent engagement rate requirements communicated upfront
- Proper notification system before account removal with specific reasons
- Creator content protection agreements and licensing transparency
- Support for micro-creators with lower follower thresholds
- Improved customer service with responsive support team
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- Better explanation of Creator Level rating methodology
- Contract templates protecting creator intellectual property
- Appeal process for declined or removed accounts
Cake! Network
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
#gifted
No in-app purchases
Cake! Network
No in-app purchases
