# LinkedIn vs Microsoft Teams

The clearest difference is ads: Microsoft Teams at none against LinkedIn's shown. Microsoft Teams also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (3.4M vs 645K). LinkedIn's advantage is review sentiment (37% vs 24%). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LinkedIn sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month and Microsoft Teams sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for LinkedIn against 4.8 for Microsoft Teams. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Microsoft Teams has 3.4M ratings behind it against 645K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 37% of LinkedIn's written reviews are positive against 24% of Microsoft Teams's.

LinkedIn ships an update every 4 days, Microsoft Teams weekly. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LinkedIn | Microsoft Teams |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (645K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linkedin-community-and-network/id288429040/reviews) | **[4.8 (3.4M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-teams/id1113153706/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 645K | **3.4M** |
| Positive reviews | **37.4% of reviews** | 24.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #1 | #1 |
| Size | 425 MB | 534 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LinkedIn Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/288429043) | [Microsoft Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/298856275) |

## What reviewers say

### LinkedIn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linkedin-community-and-network/id288429040)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Grossing · Business, #4 Top Free · Business, #13 Top Grossing, #79 Top Free (US App Store)

This app helps professionals find jobs, build their network, and stay updated on industry news. Create a resume, connect with recruiters, and apply for positions directly within the app. Access business insights and join communities to enhance your career.

**Highlights:** Job search and alerts, Resume builder, Professional networking, Business news and insights, Company research, Connect with recruiters

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Career Subscription with Free Trial | $29.99 | per month |
| Premium Career | $29.99 | per month |
| Premium Career | $39.99 | per month |
| Premium Career | $39.99 | per month |
| Premium Business Subscription with Free Trial | $69.99 | per month |
| Premium Business | $69.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌐 Professional networking platform
- 📚 Useful learning resources
- 🔗 Valuable connections and job opportunities
- 📈 Helps build career and reputation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Ineffective job search algorithms
- 📧 Excessive and irrelevant notifications/emails
- 🔒 Difficult to delete account or manage privacy
- 💰 Expensive premium subscription with limited value
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable app experience

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to send messages
- Inability to view full articles or videos
- Inconsistent behavior between mobile and desktop versions

**Requested features**

- Chronological feed option
- Improved job search filters and recommendations
- Easier account management and privacy controls
- Better customer support and responsiveness


### Microsoft Teams

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microsoft-teams/id1113153706)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Business, #39 Top Free, #183 Top Grossing · Business (US App Store)

This app brings people together for community activities or work projects. It offers integrated chat, events, meetings, storage, and task management. Connect, collaborate, and get things done securely in one place.

**Highlights:** Community and team organization, 1-on-1 and group chat, Secure audio and video calls, Document collaboration, Cloud file storage, Task management, Calendar integration

**Features:** Siri integration

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Microsoft 365 Personal Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Family (Monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| Microsoft 365 Personal Monthly | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent for video calls and screen sharing
- 👍 Seamless integration with Office 365
- 🚀 Smooth switching between devices
- 👍 Helpful for remote work and collaboration
- 👍 Good file sharing and organization features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy at times
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly on mobile devices
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find features
- 👎 Lack of customization options
- 🔒 Concerns over privacy and data usage

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent call disconnections and audio issues
- Inconsistent notification behavior across devices
- Profile picture changes not syncing properly
- Crashes when trying to join meetings or access certain features
- Difficulty sharing screens and files during calls

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete chat messages
- More notification control options
- Improved multi-tasking and split-screen support on mobile
- Better integration with other communication apps
- Easier way to view and manage all assignments/tasks


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LinkedIn free?

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

### Is Microsoft Teams free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LinkedIn or Microsoft Teams?

Microsoft Teams is rated higher. LinkedIn averages 4.8 out of 5 from 645K ratings, while Microsoft Teams averages 4.8 from 3.4M ratings.

### Do LinkedIn or Microsoft Teams have ads?

LinkedIn shows ads; Microsoft Teams does not.

### Which is updated more often, LinkedIn or Microsoft Teams?

LinkedIn ships an update every 4 days, and Microsoft Teams weekly. Most recently, LinkedIn was updated on October 28, 2026 and Microsoft Teams on October 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, LinkedIn or Microsoft Teams?

LinkedIn currently peaks at #1 in the App Store charts, and Microsoft Teams at #1. 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.*