Popping vs Memory Hive
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Popping
This social media app prioritizes genuine connections without algorithmic feeds or public likes. It focuses on what's happening nearby and among your chosen people, offering a unique way to signal interest in dating without pressure.
- No algorithmic feed
- No public likes
- Connect with nearby events
- Connect with friends
- Discreet dating signals
- No swiping or public rejection
Read full descriptionHide full description
What’s Popping? It’s sharing life on your terms. No algorithms ranking your feed. No public likes. No pressure to curate a perfect version of yourself. Popping connects you to what’s happening nearby, in your favorite places, and among the people you care about, so you can stay connected to the moments that matter most. Because connection can mean different things, Popping also lets you signal when you’re open to dating. Turn on Open to Sparks and a small heart appears on your profile, but only to others who have it on too. No swiping. No public rejection. No games. Just a subtle signal between people who are single and open to something more. However you want to connect, it starts here. The world is already popping. It’s time to join in. Learn more: www.popping.social Privacy Policy: www.popping.social/privacy Terms of Service: www.popping.social/terms
Memory Hive
Read full descriptionHide full description
Day Journal Our intuitive platform makes it easy to capture your daily experiences, thoughts, and emotions effortlessly, while ensuring your data remains secure and confidential. Whether you prefer to type, speak, or jot down notes, Day Journal adapts to your unique style, allowing you to express yourself freely, while being motivated by journal prompts. Stories Unleash your creativity with the power of speech to text technology. We provide a seamless and intuitive way to transform your spoken words into captivating stories. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a seasoned author, or someone who simply loves to tell stories, our tools make it easy to bring your ideas to life. Books Discover a new way to write your book effortlessly with the power of speech to text technology. Whether you’re an experienced author or a novice writer, our platform offers the tools and guidance you need to craft your story using your natural voice.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Popping at none against Memory Hive's 2. Memory Hive's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads 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. Memory Hive sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Popping asks for nothing beyond the download.
Popping ships an update every 2 months, Memory Hive every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Popping | Memory Hive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Popping LLC | Ralynx B.V. |
In-app purchases
Popping
No in-app purchases
Memory Hive
- Monthly Plan$5.991 Month
- Annual Plan$59.991 Year









