Comparison

Joiner vs Dinnermate

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

Head to head
About

Joiner

Discover local events and activities to meet new people and expand your social circle. Connect through shared interests and activities, or host your own events to build communities. Feel at home in your city by finding experiences that fit your vibe.

Highlights
  • Discover local events
  • Meet new people naturally
  • Find activities based on interests
  • Host your own events
  • Build local communities
  • Connect in real life
Features
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Find events near you. Meet people. Feel at home in your city. Joiner helps you discover events near you and find things to do when you want to get out, meet people, and connect in real life. Whether you’ve just moved to a new city or simply want to expand your social circle, Joiner makes it easy to find local events, social activities, and people who share your interests. Discover local events that actually fit you Tired of random events and awkward meetups? With Joiner, you can explore local events nearby and choose activities based on interests, language, and vibe. From casual meetups and social activities to sports, games, and creative events - Joiner helps you find experiences where you feel comfortable showing up. Meet people naturally - without pressure No endless chatting. No awkward one-on-one meetings. Joiner lets you meet people through shared activities, so conversations happen naturally. You can see who’s attending before you join, making it easier to feel confident and safe. Many users use Joiner to: - meet new people - make friends nearby - discover things to do in their city - join social events after work or on weekends Perfect for life in a new city If you’re new to a city, it can be hard to know where to go or how to meet people. Joiner helps newcomers, expats, and locals find events nearby and build real connections over time. Go to one event - then another - and start seeing familiar faces. That’s how a city begins to feel like home. Create your own events and communities Want to bring people together? With Joiner, you can host your own events and build a small community around what you love. From sports and outdoor activities to discussions, games, or casual hangouts - creating events is simple and open to everyone. Why people love Joiner - Find events near you - Discover things to do anytime - Meet people in a natural way - Make friends through shared activities - Join small, local events - Host your own events and communities Joiner is more than an events app - it’s an easy way to connect with people and enjoy life in your city. Download Joiner and discover what’s happening near you today.

About

Dinnermate

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Travelling solo doesn't have to mean eating alone. Dinnermate connects solo travellers in the same city who simply want good company for dinner. Not dating. Not networking. Just great conversation over a good meal. HOW IT WORKS • You arrive in a new city and it's dinner time • Post your availability for tonight, or browse other travellers already looking for company nearby • Connect with someone interesting, agree on a public restaurant, and enjoy a real conversation over dinner WHY DINNERMATE • Not a dating app — explicitly about companionship and conversation. Meet fellow travellers as you'd meet a colleague or a new friend. • Safety first — meetings happen at public restaurants only. Every user is rated after each dinner. Real names, verified profiles. • Interesting people — solo travellers are some of the most curious, open-minded people around. You never know who you'll end up dining with. Whether you're on a work trip, a layover, or exploring somewhere new, Dinnermate turns a solo dinner into a memorable evening with good company. Browse and post for free. A credit is used only when you send the first message to a new companion — after that, the conversation is completely free. New members get 5 free credits to start. Download Dinnermate and never eat alone when you're travelling.

Screenshots

Joiner4 screens
Dinnermate3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Joiner at none against Dinnermate's 3. Dinnermate's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Dinnermate sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Joiner asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Joiner ships an update every 4 weeks, Dinnermate weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Joiner versus Dinnermate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJoinerDinnermate
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB21 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperJoiner app, UABDinnermate

In-app purchases

None

Joiner

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Dinnermate

One-time3
  • 5 Credits$4.99
  • 12 Credits$9.99
  • 25 Credits$19.99

Questions

Is Joiner free?
Joiner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dinnermate free?
Dinnermate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Joiner or Dinnermate have ads?
Neither Joiner nor Dinnermate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Joiner or Dinnermate?
Joiner ships an update every 4 weeks, and Dinnermate weekly. Most recently, Joiner was updated on November 3, 2026 and Dinnermate on October 24, 2026.

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