The Professional vs IPA Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Professional
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The Professional is a social network for career development and hiring. We determine the #1 representatives for each profession and connect the best employers and candidates.
IPA Connect
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IPA Connect is a dynamic platform designed to bring together businesses, professionals, and communities. Users can explore and enquire about various business companies, browse their products and services, and stay informed through the latest news and updates shared within the app. It’s the perfect space to discover new opportunities and build valuable connections. The app features a real-time chat system that allows users to network and communicate effortlessly. You can also personalize your profile and use it as a digital business card, making it easy to showcase your professional identity. Additionally, IPA Connect offers access to a wide range of events hosted by users or the IPA team, which you can explore and join directly through the app. For recruiters and job seekers, IPA Connect provides a convenient way to search and view CVs posted on the platform. Whether you're hiring, looking for a job, promoting a product, or attending an event, IPA Connect brings everything together in one simple, user-friendly app designed to keep you connected and engaged.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: IPA Connect at every 3 days against The Professional's every 2 months. The Professional's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
The Professional ships an update every 2 months, IPA Connect every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Professional | IPA Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 132 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | VIARTI, OOO | Suresh Kumar K |
In-app purchases
The Professional
No in-app purchases
IPA Connect
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do The Professional or IPA Connect have ads?
Which is updated more often, The Professional or IPA Connect?
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