# GroupMe vs GLCR Huddle

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GLCR Huddle at none against GroupMe's 10. GLCR Huddle also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). GroupMe's advantage is ratings volume (1.6M vs 3) and chart position (#10 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GroupMe sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. GLCR Huddle asks for nothing beyond the download.

GLCR Huddle holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GroupMe has 1.6M ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

GroupMe ships an update weekly, GLCR Huddle fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GroupMe | GLCR Huddle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.6M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groupme/id392796698/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glcr-huddle/id1553738316/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6M** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 29.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | — |
| Size | 389 MB | 84 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Skype Communications S.a.r.l](https://appshunter.io/developer/304219585) | [Gun Lake Casino, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1044406983) |

## What reviewers say

### GroupMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groupme/id392796698)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Free · Social Networking, #130 Top Free (US App Store)

Easily connect with friends, family, and colleagues through group chats, direct messages, and shared media. Add anyone via phone or email, control notifications, and express yourself with custom emojis and internet content.

**Highlights:** Add contacts via phone number or email, SMS chat for non-app users, Customizable notifications, Exclusive emoji and GIF support, Shared media gallery, Direct messaging, Web access

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Most Wanted Emoji Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Michigan Wolverines Emoji Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wisconsin Badgers Emoji Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Florida Gators Emoji Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| March Madness Emoji Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Most Wanted 2 Emoji Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| University of Alabama Emoji Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| University of Texas Emoji Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Adventure Time | $1.99 | one-time |
| University of Notre Dame Emoji | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent group communication
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 🚀 Reliable
- 👍 Versatile for various use cases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Syncing and loading issues
- 🐛 Notification problems
- 🐛 Bugs with media uploads
- 🐛 Laggy performance

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to log in or account issues
- Problems with adding/removing group members
- Disappearing messages and chat history
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete/edit messages
- Announcement mode for admins
- Pinned messages
- Improved group management features
- Better cross-device/platform sync


### GLCR Huddle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glcr-huddle/id1553738316)

This app keeps team members informed about company news, events, and career opportunities. It provides quick access to resources and facilitates event registration for community involvement. Stay up-to-date with benefits, wellness, and training information.

**Highlights:** Company news updates, Push notifications for new info, Career opportunity listings, Quick resource links, Event registration, Benefits and wellness info

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GroupMe free?

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

### Is GLCR Huddle free?

GLCR Huddle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GroupMe or GLCR Huddle?

GLCR Huddle is rated higher. GroupMe averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.6M ratings, while GLCR Huddle averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do GroupMe or GLCR Huddle have ads?

Neither GroupMe nor GLCR Huddle shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GroupMe or GLCR Huddle?

GroupMe ships an update weekly, and GLCR Huddle fortnightly. Most recently, GroupMe was updated on November 7, 2026 and GLCR Huddle on November 3, 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.*