Comparison

Linktree vs Photomates

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

Head to head
About

Linktree

Consolidate all your online content into a single, customizable link. Easily share your social profiles, products, music, videos, and more from one central hub. Track audience engagement with detailed insights.

Highlights
  • Create a single link for all online content
  • Add links, music, videos, products, and more
  • Customize design with colors, fonts, and backgrounds
  • Track audience engagement and clicks
  • Generate QR codes for offline sharing
  • Discover saved, bought, and downloaded items
Features
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Linktree is the largest link in bio tool used by over 70 million people and organizations around the world. Make your free Linktree in minutes to focus your fans, grow your following, and sell products with one simple link. NEW: Now you can find everything you've saved, bought, downloaded and subscribed to within in the Linktree app. With Linktree, you can be your whole self on one platform rather than a sliver of yourself on many. All the things you do online. All together now. Here’s how it works: 1. Claim your Linktree URL for free (linktr.ee/yourname) 2. Add links, music, playlists, videos, podcasts, forms, causes, products, profiles, a store, your menu, live stream, anything you want! 3. Customize your design to match your brand and style. Get complete control of colors, fonts, button styles, add a bio, and even upload custom background images and videos. You can also select from pre-made themes to get going even faster. 4. Share your Linktree everywhere and anywhere to connect everyone with everything you do. Add your Linktree to your social profiles, email signature, resume and even get your own QR code to use on menus, brochures, or maybe project it on the side of a building, it’s up to you! 5. Learn what works, get insights and detailed insights about your audience, what they click on, where they come from, and tons more. Tell your story with Linktree. Download today and get creating.

About

Photomates

Features
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Connect with photographers, makeup artists, models and brands. Search Profiles: Create a profile to network with others. You can view their profile, photo shoots, follow members, private chat, make connections and more! Advanced Global Search: Allows you to search by detecting your location, using the map to view members by city, or search any city around the world. You may also filter by Photographer, MUA, Model or Brand. Activity: Members activity is tracked to give you some insight on who is showing interest in your profile or events. Shoots: Create your own shoots or events. Invite members to your events. Groups: Create your own connections to create a group or crew. -- SUBSCRIPTION INFO -- The following features are enabled with a paid subscription: Private Messaging - Communicate privately with other members through the in-app messaging. Groups - Connect with your groups. Shoots - Connect with others to meetup and for online events. -- PAYMENT INFO -- - Your payment will be charged to you iTunes account - Your subscription will renew automatically unless you turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal from your account settings Terms of Use: https://photomates.ca/Home/TermsOfUse Privacy Policy: https://photomates.ca/Home/PrivacyPolicy

Screenshots

Linktree4 screens
Photomates4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: Linktree at #53 against Photomates's unranked. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Linktree sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Photomates sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linktree ships an update weekly, Photomates every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 10 level
Linktree versus Photomates: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinktreePhotomates
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (63K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings63K — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
Best chart rank#53 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.5 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size138 MB5 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperLinktreeMagnifico Apps Inc.

Bugs and requests

Linktree

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Unable to log in or create new account
  • Inability to edit or remove links
  • Inconsistent performance and UI issues
  • Broken link sharing and analytics features
  • Accounts being banned without clear explanation

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to group links
  • Improve analytics and insights
  • Allow more customization options
  • Integrate with more social platforms
  • Fix issues with login and account management

Photomates

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Linktree

Subscriptions10
  • Linktree Starter$4.991 Month
  • Linkstree Starter$7.991 Month
  • Linktree Pro7 Days trial$12.991 Month
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  • Linktree Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Linktree Premium$23.991 Month
  • Linktree Premium$34.991 Month
  • Linktree Starter$47.991 Year
  • Linktree Starter$69.991 Year
  • Linktree Pro7 Days trial$129.991 Year
  • Linktree Pro7 Days trial$143.991 Year
2 purchases

Photomates

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly3 Months trial$0.997 Days
  • Monthly3 Months trial$1.991 Month

Questions

Is Linktree free?
Linktree is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Photomates free?
Photomates is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Linktree or Photomates have ads?
Neither Linktree nor Photomates shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linktree or Photomates?
Linktree ships an update weekly, and Photomates every 4 days. Most recently, Linktree was updated on November 9, 2026 and Photomates on October 28, 2026.

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