# LinkedIn vs JobStack for Business

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JobStack for Business at none against LinkedIn's 15. JobStack for Business also leads on ads (none vs shown). LinkedIn's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (645K vs 449). On price, rating, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LinkedIn sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. JobStack for Business asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for LinkedIn against 4.7 for JobStack for Business. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LinkedIn has 645K ratings behind it against 449, 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 29% of JobStack for Business's.

LinkedIn ships an update every 4 days, JobStack for Business every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LinkedIn | JobStack for Business |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (645K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linkedin-community-and-network/id288429040/reviews)** | [4.7 (449 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jobstack-for-business/id1551379220/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **645K** | 449 |
| Positive reviews | **37.4% of reviews** | 28.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#1** | — |
| Size | 425 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LinkedIn Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/288429043) | [Trueblue, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523097791) |

## 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, #10 Top Grossing, #73 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


### JobStack for Business

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jobstack-for-business/id1551379220)

This app helps businesses quickly find and manage temporary and on-demand workers. It uses AI-powered tools to post jobs, schedule shifts, and connect with a pool of qualified gig workers, streamlining the hiring process for various industries.

**Highlights:** AI-powered job posting, On-demand gig worker access, Shift scheduling and management, Real-time job status tracking, AI-powered bill rate suggestions, Access to qualified W-2 workers

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LinkedIn free?

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

### Is JobStack for Business free?

JobStack for Business is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, LinkedIn or JobStack for Business?

LinkedIn is rated higher. LinkedIn averages 4.8 out of 5 from 645K ratings, while JobStack for Business averages 4.7 from 449 ratings.

### Do LinkedIn or JobStack for Business have ads?

LinkedIn shows ads; JobStack for Business does not.

### Which is updated more often, LinkedIn or JobStack for Business?

LinkedIn ships an update every 4 days, and JobStack for Business every 5 weeks. Most recently, LinkedIn was updated on October 28, 2026 and JobStack for Business on October 25, 2026.

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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.*