Comparison

Primal vs Net

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

Head to head
About

Primal

Experience a next-generation social media platform built on Nostr and Bitcoin. Enjoy rich media feeds, long-form articles, and integrated Bitcoin wallet functionality. Discover content easily and authorize other Nostr apps with remote login.

Highlights
  • Rich media feeds with playback
  • Built-in Bitcoin wallet
  • Long form articles
  • Extensive content discovery
  • Advanced search
  • Remote Login for Nostr apps
  • Configurable ambient sounds
Features
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Next generation social media powered by Nostr and Bitcoin. Primal features rich feeds with media playback, built-in wallet, long form articles, extensive content discovery, advanced search. Primal can also be used to authorize activity in compatible Nostr apps using Remote Login. During an active remote session, Primal can play user-configurable ambient sounds that continue while the app is in the background. Our terms of use are available at: http://primal.net/terms

About

Net

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Net-Zero Circle connects the professionals building the future energy system. The community brings together executives, investors, developers, policymakers, and advisors working across renewable energy, critical minerals, infrastructure, climate technology, and energy financing. The app extends the Net-Zero Circle ecosystem beyond events, allowing members to stay connected, exchange insights, and collaborate across the global energy transition. Many members are actively involved in developing projects, financing infrastructure, and shaping policy across the energy transition ecosystem. Inside the app, members can: Connect with a curated professional network Engage with professionals across the energy transition ecosystem, including project developers, utilities, institutional investors, mining companies, infrastructure firms, technology providers, financial institutions, and government stakeholders. Participate in focused industry discussions & events Join conversations around critical minerals, renewable energy, energy storage, grid infrastructure, project financing, and emerging technologies. Explore upcoming conferences, roundtables, and industry gatherings. Connect with other attendees before and after events to continue discussions and develop relationships. Exchange insights and opportunities Members share perspectives on market developments, project pipelines, investment activity, financing structures, and policy developments shaping the energy transition. Message and collaborate directly Build relationships with other members and explore potential collaborations, partnerships, or investment opportunities. Follow market-specific groups Engage with topic channels covering key areas of the energy transition ecosystem. Net-Zero Circle is designed for professionals involved in developing, financing, advising, or regulating the infrastructure required for an electrified future. By bringing together participants across sectors and regions, the platform creates a space where industry leaders can stay informed, exchange ideas, and strengthen relationships within the evolving global energy landscape.

Screenshots

Primal4 screens
Net4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Net at none against Primal's 5. On price, update cadence 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. Primal sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Net asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Primal ships an update every 2 weeks, Net every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Primal versus Net: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrimalNet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (937 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings937 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone — better—
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size140 MB72 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperPrimal Systems Incorporated.IN-VR Limited

Bugs and requests

Primal

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Losing relay connections when switching to desktop
  • Issues with account creation and sign-in process
  • Inconsistent display of reactions from other Nostr apps

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for more Nostr reaction types
  • Implement robust community/subreddit features
  • Improve cache management and clearing options
  • Provide better account management and sign-out options

Net

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Primal

Subscriptions4
  • Primal Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Primal Pro Monthly$69.991 Month
  • Primal Premium Yearly$69.991 Year
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  • Primal Pro Yearly Subscription$749.991 Year
One-time1
  • Prepaid Nostr Zaps$4.99
None

Net

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Primal free?
Primal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Net free?
Net is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which is updated more often, Primal or Net?
Primal ships an update every 2 weeks, and Net every 4 weeks. Most recently, Primal was updated on October 30, 2026 and Net on October 25, 2026.

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