# Higher 하이어 vs LiNC(링크)

The clearest difference is rating: LiNC(링크) at 3.1 against Higher 하이어's 1.7. LiNC(링크) also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (54% vs 26%). Higher 하이어's advantage is ratings volume (124 vs 15). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Higher 하이어 sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and LiNC(링크) sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LiNC(링크) holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Higher 하이어 has 124 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of Higher 하이어's written reviews are positive against 54% of LiNC(링크)'s.

Higher 하이어 ships an update every 6 days, LiNC(링크) every 9 days. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Higher 하이어 | LiNC(링크) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (124 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/higher/id1672001935/reviews) | **[3.1 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **124** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 26.2% of reviews | **53.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 170 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vision Bridge Partners Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1742677922) | [STAYGE Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1090462838) |

## What reviewers say

### Higher 하이어

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/higher/id1672001935)

This platform allows global K-POP fans to vote for their favorite artists, collect digital photocards, share videos, and directly participate in artist growth and content creation. It aims to foster a new fan culture with diverse features for a comprehensive K-POP experience.

**Highlights:** Fandom popularity voting, Participate in SBS INKIGAYO voting, Collect artist TIMEPIECEs (photocards), Share and watch artist videos, Birthday voting and events, Apply for artist-related events and rewards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Slot Pass | $7.99 | per year |
| 1 UL Vote Ticket | $0.49 | one-time |
| 20 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Diamonds | $2.59 | one-time |
| 39 Diamond | $2.99 | one-time |
| 8 Real-Time Voting Tickets | $2.99 | one-time |
| 40 Diamonds | $2.99 | one-time |
| 62 Diamond | $4.99 | one-time |
| 10 UL Vote Tickets | $4.99 | one-time |
| 65 Diamonds | $5.39 | one-time |
| 120 Diamond | $8.99 | one-time |
| 120 Diamonds | $9.79 | one-time |
| 375 Diamond | $26.99 | one-time |
| 450 Diamonds | $30.49 | one-time |
| 650 Diamond | $44.99 | one-time |
| 800 Diamonds | $50.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Diamond | $79.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Diamonds | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy-to-use interface for voting
- 🎯 Convenient centralized voting platform
- 💰 Free ruby collection through ads
- ⚡ Improved ad-watching speed after recent updates
- 🎨 Clear voting information and instructions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes during live voting
- 📱 Server instability during peak traffic
- ⏱️ Excessive ads required (50+ daily)
- 💸 Poor ruby-to-effort ratio (1 ruby per ad)
- 🔐 Login issues and forced logouts

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during live voting events
- Cannot create account - SMS verification fails
- Login fails or users get logged out unexpectedly
- Ads don't load or fail to play completely
- Rubies don't accumulate after watching ads

**Requested features**

- Increase ruby rewards per ad (3-5 instead of 1)
- Add daily check-in bonuses
- Reduce diamond prices
- Implement SMS text voting alternative
- Add timer for ad availability


### LiNC(링크)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343)

Connect directly with your favorite artists through video calls, private chats, and fan voting. Participate in events, share your support, and earn rewards. This platform offers a unique way for fans to engage with their idols and create memorable experiences.

**Highlights:** 1:1 Video Calls with Artists, Private Artist Chat Subscription, Broadcast Voting & Pre-Voting, Fan Theme Polls, Fan Community Open Chat, ePrint Artist Photos, Earn Fan Points & Rewards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IN A MINUTE  KIM JUN TAE | $3.99 | per month |
| Kim Gi Joong | $3.99 | per month |
| IN A MINUTE  LEE JAE JUN | $3.99 | per month |
| Lee Jiham | $3.99 | per month |
| Park Junhee | $3.99 | per month |
| Holland | $3.99 | per month |
| Park woodam | $3.99 | per month |
| KIMDOAH | $3.99 | per month |
| We;Na  DOA | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  ahyeon | $3.99 | per month |
| Kang Hayoon | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  E-seol | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  MIKU | $3.99 | per month |
| ADORA | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  Youngwon | $3.99 | per month |
| Dong Hwan | $3.99 | per month |
| Sihun Kim | $3.99 | per month |
| Cheer Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fan Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fandom Support Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Heart Fan Package | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan Package | $26.99 | one-time |
| Royal Fan Package | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and clean user interface design
- 💰 Free voting through ad watching instead of paid currency
- 💬 Direct communication with artists via chat and video calls
- 🎯 Easy access to pre-voting for music shows from home screen
- 🎁 Multiple engagement features (voting, chatting, events, fan points)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ad videos fail to load frequently
- 💸 Excessive number of ads (20-30+) required for minimal points
- ⏱️ Ads take excessive time to load and play (60+ seconds each)
- 🚫 Messaging feature not working properly
- 🔔 Chat notifications not arriving despite permissions enabled

**Reported bugs**

- Ad videos fail to load or play
- Commercial video loading failure error messages
- Chat notifications not delivering despite enabled permissions
- Messages showing as unread when they are read
- App crashes and unexpected logouts

**Requested features**

- Search functionality within chat conversations
- Favorite artists pinned to top of voting list
- Push notifications for voting start times
- Bulk voting button (select 10 votes at once)
- Fan-to-fan communication/community chat


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Higher 하이어 free?

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

### Is LiNC(링크) free?

LiNC(링크) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Higher 하이어 or LiNC(링크)?

LiNC(링크) is rated higher. Higher 하이어 averages 1.7 out of 5 from 124 ratings, while LiNC(링크) averages 3.1 from 15 ratings.

### Do Higher 하이어 or LiNC(링크) have ads?

Higher 하이어 shows ads; LiNC(링크) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Higher 하이어 or LiNC(링크)?

Higher 하이어 ships an update every 6 days, and LiNC(링크) every 9 days. Most recently, Higher 하이어 was updated on September 21, 2026 and LiNC(링크) on September 21, 2026.

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