Comparison

OpenBubble vs Online Student Union

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

Head to head
About

OpenBubble

Features
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Want to meet new people and have a connection without the pressure of dating or business networking? OpenBubble is the solution. We know about the “epidemics” of loneliness and disconnection. We’ve all faced them at some point. In a room of strangers, looking for a connection. The solution is simple - a pressure-free meet up with someone new for a conversation over a coffee or drink. No agenda. No obligations. No pressure to create a detailed profile with pictures. Just create a basic account, indicate your availability, and OpenBubble connects you to the next person who’s available and nearby. It’s completely random, completely private and totally safe. > Open and Diverse Whether you are close to home, work, or simply passing by, OpenBubble allows you to find a connection and have a conversation with a random stranger - someone you might not otherwise have met. > Real-Life, Nearby Where many apps promote ongoing online connection, OpenBubble goes directly to connecting you in real time in real life. Our app automatically suggests compatible meeting places nearby. > Simple and On-Demand Open the app whenever you want. As soon as another user is available in the area, it begins! You get connected, accept the connection, pick a place and meet. > Connect and Contribute 
Picking from the selection of local spots you have a chance to review both the meeting location and the experience you had after the meeting. This supports our improving meeting locations and keeping the community secure. > Safe and Secure OpenBubble is free, fully confidential, and doesn’t include any advertising. You also have the control over the gender of the people you’re available to meet providing another layer of security.

About

Online Student Union

Features
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The Online Student Union is a safe, inclusive gathering space to make connections, share ideas and find answers and support. This social platform is available only to online UARK students and the people who support them.

Screenshots

OpenBubble4 screens
Online Student Union4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: OpenBubble at 13.0 against Online Student Union's 15.1. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
OpenBubble versus Online Student Union: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenBubbleOnline Student Union
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB61 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperOpenBubbleUniversity of Arkansas

In-app purchases

None

OpenBubble

No in-app purchases

None

Online Student Union

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OpenBubble free?
OpenBubble is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Online Student Union free?
Online Student Union is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do OpenBubble or Online Student Union have ads?
Neither OpenBubble nor Online Student Union shows ads.

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