talkAround vs Convo Starter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
talkAround
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The perfect app to get you talking with your date, life partner, friends and coworkers. talkAround is a conversation starter app that allows you to have meaningful conversations and not ask the same questions over and over. talkAround is more than just a conversation starter app; it's your gateway to meaningful and deep connections. Whether it's a date night, a casual meet-up with friends, or a professional setting, talkAround offers a variety of topics to suit every mood and occasion. From intellectual deep dives to light-hearted fun, choose your mood and explore a range of topics including relationships, careers, food, and more. Download talkAround now and transform every conversation into an opportunity for connection and discovery. Elevate chats with deep topics for dates, friends & more. Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://talkaround-landing.web.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Convo Starter
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Break the awkward silences, keep the conversation flowing, and spark deeper connections. Whether youβre on a first date, bonding with family, chilling with friends, or building team energy at work, this app uses AI to generate engaging conversation starters that fit the moment.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Convo Starter at none against talkAround's 2. talkAround's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. talkAround sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Convo Starter asks for nothing beyond the download.
talkAround ships an update fortnightly, Convo Starter every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | talkAround | Convo Starter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly β better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 18.2 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Indent Studio | Gregory Wilknson |
In-app purchases
talkAround
- Monthly subscription$4.991 Month
- Yearly subscription$44.991 Year
Convo Starter
No in-app purchases
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