# pixiv vs Queerecho

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Queerecho at 100% against pixiv's 43%. Queerecho also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and ads (none vs shown). pixiv's advantage is ratings volume (6.7K vs 2) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. pixiv sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Queerecho sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Queerecho holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: pixiv has 6.7K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of pixiv's written reviews are positive against 100% of Queerecho's.

pixiv ships an update weekly, Queerecho monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | pixiv | Queerecho |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixiv/id337248563/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/queerecho/id6778631268/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.7K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 43.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#192** | — |
| Size | 105 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [pixiv Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/337248566) | [Panorai LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778631270) |

## What reviewers say

### pixiv

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixiv/id337248563)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

Explore a vast collection of illustrations, manga, and novels from a leading creative community. Discover new artists, browse trending content, and share your own creations. Personalize your feed and find inspiration anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** Discover illustrations, manga, and novels, Browse trending and new works, Search by keywords, tags, and creators, Personalized recommendations, Post and share your own artwork, Follow favorite artists

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| pixiv Premium (no new users) | $4.99 | per month |
| pixiv Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| pixiv Premium | $13.49 | per 3 months |
| pixiv Premium | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| pixiv Premium | $45.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to navigate
- 👍 Diverse content
- 💡 Allows for creative expression
- 👍 Friendly community

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🔒 Concerning content moderation
- 💰 Excessive monetization
- 🚫 Restrictive features behind paywall

**Reported bugs**

- Blurry thumbnails on iPad
- Inability to copy text
- Pixiv links not opening in-app
- Inconsistent behavior when liking/following

**Requested features**

- Improved search and filtering options
- Ability to save animated images
- Sync bookmarks and settings across devices
- Better support for non-Japanese users


### Queerecho

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/queerecho/id6778631268)

A queer-first social platform designed for authentic connection and real-life meetups. Share your voice, join community channels, and discover events within a safer, identity-affirming space. Prioritizes meaningful interactions over metrics.

**Highlights:** Voice posts for sharing thoughts and stories, Resonance and Amplify interaction system, Community channels for identity and interests, Real-life meetup planning and coordination, Identity-affirming and respectful communication, Focus on authentic expression and connection

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Quarterly | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Annual | $34.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is pixiv free?

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

### Is Queerecho free?

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

### Which has better reviews, pixiv or Queerecho?

Queerecho is rated higher. pixiv averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.7K ratings, while Queerecho averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do pixiv or Queerecho have ads?

pixiv shows ads; Queerecho does not.

### Which is updated more often, pixiv or Queerecho?

pixiv ships an update weekly, and Queerecho monthly. Most recently, pixiv was updated on November 10, 2026 and Queerecho on November 5, 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.*