# Partiful vs DOOR

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Partiful at 87% against DOOR's 13%. Partiful also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and chart position (#2 vs #168). DOOR's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Partiful sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. DOOR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Partiful holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Partiful has 277K ratings behind it against 49K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Partiful's written reviews are positive against 13% of DOOR's.

Partiful ships an update weekly, DOOR every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Partiful | DOOR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (277K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304/reviews)** | [4.5 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/door-smart-access-and-control/id6499252863/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **277K** | 49K |
| Positive reviews | **86.9% of reviews** | 13.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#2** | #168 |
| Size | 182 MB | 426 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Partiful](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662983537) | [Latchable, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/920070581) |

## What reviewers say

### Partiful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/partiful-party-invite-maker/id1662982304)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Free · Lifestyle, #40 Top Free (US App Store)

Create fun, personalized event pages for any occasion, from birthdays to weddings. Invite guests easily with a shareable link, track RSVPs, and share updates and photos. Discover local events and connect with your social circle.

**Highlights:** Create event pages for any occasion, Customize with themes, effects, and posters, Guest interaction with comments and photos, Invite anyone with a shareable link, Track RSVPs in real-time, Share updates via text blast, Discover local events and things to do

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Partiful Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| Peek | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On | $4.95 | one-time |
| Premium App Icon | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Add-On (2 Pack) | $9.90 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 💡 Customizable event invites
- 🚀 Streamlined event management
- 👍 Convenient guest list tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with calendar access
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 💬 Clunky messaging/communication features
- 🔍 Lack of multi-language support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when editing event date and time
- Non-English keyboard support issues
- Text blast notifications not always reliable

**Requested features**

- Add option to RSVP on behalf of guests
- Implement a 'pay later' feature for event costs
- Introduce a polling/voting system for event details
- Allow hosts to respond to 'can't go' comments
- Add support for multiple currencies


### DOOR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/door-smart-access-and-control/id6499252863)

**Currently charting:** #168 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage keyless entry, control smart home devices, and book on-demand services from a single, intuitive application. Designed for residents of modern buildings, it simplifies everyday tasks like unlocking doors, adjusting your environment, and accessing home services.

**Highlights:** Keyless door unlocking, Secure access sharing, Remote smart home control, Real-time security alerts, On-demand home service booking, Private access log viewing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 👍 Convenient services booking
- 😊 Positive user experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔍 Cluttered UI with ads
- 🔄 Inconsistent door selection
- 🔒 Unreliable security features

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent log-outs
- Syncing issues with door access
- Inability to edit door names

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch app support
- Customizable door ordering
- Siri and Shortcuts integration
- Improved one-time access codes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Partiful free?

Partiful is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DOOR free?

DOOR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Partiful or DOOR?

Partiful is rated higher. Partiful averages 5.0 out of 5 from 277K ratings, while DOOR averages 4.5 from 49K ratings.

### Do Partiful or DOOR have ads?

Neither Partiful nor DOOR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Partiful or DOOR?

Partiful ships an update weekly, and DOOR every 8 days. Most recently, Partiful was updated on October 25, 2026 and DOOR on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Partiful or DOOR?

Partiful currently peaks at #2 in the App Store charts, and DOOR at #168. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*