Comparison

theCHIVE vs Bored Panda

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

theCHIVE

Discover a daily stream of amusing photos and videos curated for lighthearted entertainment. This app offers a unique blend of humor, visually appealing content, and heartwarming stories, providing a happy escape from daily life without politics or news.

Highlights
  • Daily dose of amusing photos and videos
  • Mix of humor, hotness, and humanity
  • Happy escape content
  • No politics or snarky humor
  • No news, purely entertainment
Features
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theCHIVE App is the most-downloaded humor app in iOS history. The content variety is a unique mix of Humor, Hotness, and Humanity. No long-winded articles, just your daily dose of the most amusing photos and videos the internet has to offer. - Content curated to be a happy escape - No politics or snarky humor - A little cleavage never hurt anybody - No news! We're here to entertain not inform For more information and to access our Terms of Use, please visit http://www.chivemediagroup.com/legal/terms/

About

Bored Panda

Discover a universe of engaging stories and images that inspire smiles and awe. Upvote your favorite content, share it with friends, and join a global community. It's your daily dose of joy and wonder, accessible anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Creative stories and images
  • Upvote content
  • Share with friends
  • Community discussions
  • Submit your own art
  • Expert-backed content
Features
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Embark on a feel-good safari with Bored Panda, whether you're cozied up in bed or on your morning commute. With a single tap, you can dive into a universe of stories and images that will make you grin, gasp, and go "aww." Upvote your favorite gems and share the fun – your daily dose of awesome awaits. Perfect for those in-between moments or whenever life calls for a splash of joy, Bored Panda is just a download away. Join us for a world of wonder, anytime, anywhere. **Why Bored Panda is a Must-Have App:** **Creative Tales at Your Fingertips:** Jump into a pool of the most imaginative and enthralling stories the web has woven. From Art to Zen Gardening, find tales tailored to tease your curiosity instantly. **Be the Judge:** Your opinion is gold – upvote the stories you adore and help the cream of the crop rise to glory. Will you steer the next viral hit to the front page? **A World of Topics:** Whether you're into Memes, Masterpieces, or the Magic of Gardening, our smorgasbord caters to every flavor of fascination. **Share the Spark:** Become a boredom buster! Share sensational finds with friends, and be the hero who brings the fun to their day. **Join the Panda Posse:** Converse with kindred spirits from all corners of the globe. Dive into discussions and discover your tribe of fun-loving pandas. **Craft Your Own Canvas:** Got art? Snap it and drop it in our gallery for some major props. Whatever your jam—just frame it, claim it, and let the community hype it up. **Expert-Backed Fun:** Explore stories rich in facts from professionals and experts, all woven together by our devoted team to ensure you learn while you laugh. Download the Bored Panda app and immerse yourself in a world where boredom is banished, and every swipe is a journey to the extraordinary. Join millions in experiencing the joy of discovery and the thrill of sharing stories that matter. If you have any trouble with our app, please contact us at panda.ios@boredpanda.com!

Screenshots

theCHIVE4 screens
Bored Panda3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: theCHIVE at 4.6 against Bored Panda's 3.8. theCHIVE also leads on ratings volume (168K vs 1.2K) and review sentiment (21% vs 13%). Bored Panda's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. theCHIVE sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Bored Panda asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

theCHIVE holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: theCHIVE has 168K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of theCHIVE's written reviews are positive against 13% of Bored Panda's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

theCHIVE ships an update every 4 weeks, Bored Panda every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
theCHIVE versus Bored Panda: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametertheCHIVEBored Panda
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (168K ratings) — better3.8 (1.2K ratings)
Positive reviews21.0% of reviews — better12.8% of reviews
Number of ratings168K — better1.2K
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB30 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperChive Media Group, LLCPANDOS UAB

Customer experience

theCHIVE

All ratings167,892 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral2.3%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews495 reviews
Positive21.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative72.5%

Bored Panda

All ratings1,216 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative26.6%
Written reviews462 reviews
Positive12.8%
Neutral11.9%
Negative75.3%

User reviews

theCHIVE

From 168K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast content loading
  • 👍 Great community and charity work
  • 🚀 Smooth user experience (before recent updates)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 💸 Excessive and intrusive ads
  • 🔍 Declining content quality and curation

Bored Panda

From 1.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💕 Entertaining content
  • 👍 Friendly community
  • 🚀 Great way to pass time

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 💢 Excessive and intrusive ads
  • 🔍 Lack of search functionality
  • 🤔 Sensitive swipe feature causing accidental navigation
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

Bugs and requests

theCHIVE

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Redirects to App Store or other sites
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

3 requests
  • Reduce ads or offer ad-free option
  • Improve app stability and performance
  • Restore previous app functionality

Bored Panda

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to save images without crashing
  • Logging in and out issues
  • Notifications not clearing properly
  • Inconsistent content loading

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add search bar
  • Implement dark mode
  • Improve navigation and scrolling experience
  • Provide an ad-free paid version

In-app purchases

3 purchases

theCHIVE

Subscriptions3
  • Support$4.991 Month
  • Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Yearly$69.991 Year
None

Bored Panda

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is theCHIVE free?
theCHIVE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bored Panda free?
Bored Panda is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, theCHIVE or Bored Panda?
theCHIVE is rated higher. theCHIVE averages 4.6 out of 5 from 168K ratings, while Bored Panda averages 3.8 from 1.2K ratings.
Do theCHIVE or Bored Panda have ads?
Both theCHIVE and Bored Panda show ads.
Which is updated more often, theCHIVE or Bored Panda?
theCHIVE ships an update every 4 weeks, and Bored Panda every 3 weeks. Most recently, theCHIVE was updated on September 26, 2026 and Bored Panda on September 22, 2026.

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