FutaView vs Connecting
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FutaView
Browse and interact with a popular Japanese imageboard. Post messages, create new threads, and manage your downloaded images within the application.
- Browse Futaba Channel
- Post messages
- Create threads
- Store and manage images
- Imageboard interaction
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FutaView is a Futaba Channel browser. You can browse Futaba-Channel, the most famous imageboard in Japan. This app also helps you to post a message or create a thread. You can store and manage images in this app.
Connecting
Connect with people globally through voice calls and text chat. This app offers a safe, moderated environment for authentic conversations, breaking down language barriers with live translation. Enjoy short, timed calls that can be extended if you vibe with someone.
- Voice-only social community
- 7-minute timed calls
- Live translation for international chat
- 24/7 moderation system
- Voice to text functionality
- Block and report users
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Make global friends who share your vibe! - Connecting is a safe, voice-only community where you can make new friends, share what's on your mind, and have authentic conversations without the fear of being judged. # 7 Minutes to Connect - Every call starts with a 7-minute timer. - Vibe with them? Extend the call. Not feeling it? The call ends naturally with no pressure and no awkwardness. # A Safe, Moderated Space - We take your peace of mind seriously with a 24/7 moderation system. - Easily block and report anyone who breaks the rules. You are always in control of your experience. # Talk Without Language Barriers - Want to make international friends but worried about the language? - Call and chat in your preferred language and we’ll translate it live! We break down the borders so you can focus on the connection. # Voice to Text - Start with a voice call, then switch to text whenever you want. Unwind and have fun. Find your vibe. Start Connecting today. Terms of Service: http://yplabs.kr/2021/05/11/consent06-eng/ Privacy Policy: http://yplabs.kr/2021/01/28/consent04-eng/ Contact: support@connectingapp.co.kr
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Connecting at Free against FutaView's $2.99. Connecting also leads on rating (4.4 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (2.2K vs 1). FutaView's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On review sentiment and ads 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
Connecting is free to download; FutaView costs $2.99 up front. Connecting sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.59 per 7 days. FutaView asks for nothing beyond the download.
Connecting holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Connecting has 2.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of FutaView's written reviews are positive against 42% of Connecting's.
FutaView ships an update every 2 months, Connecting fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FutaView | Connecting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 4.4 (2.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 38.1% of reviews | 41.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 2.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | — | #163 — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 118 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | flexfrank.net | YP Labs Co., Ltd |
Customer experience
FutaView
Connecting
Bugs and requests
FutaView
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Connecting
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inconsistent call quality and connection issues
- Bugs with account registration and login
- Glitches with photo uploads and profile editing
Requested features
5 requests- Free trial period for premium features
- More free communication options
- Improved profile verification system
- Ability to delete account and photos
- Better filtering and search options
In-app purchases
FutaView
No in-app purchases
Connecting
- Subscription Tier A (1 week)$4.597 Days
- Subscription Tier A(1 month)$7.991 Month
- Subscription Tier B (1 week)$12.497 Days
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- Subscription Tier C (1 week)$14.997 Days
- Subscription Tier D (1 week)$32.497 Days
- Subscription Tier C(1 month)$34.991 Month
- 부스트 1개$5.99
- Tier A$7.99
- Tier B$11.99
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- Tier C$22.99
