Comparison

Inside Soap UK vs TopFan

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

Head to head
About

Inside Soap UK

Get weekly updates on all the biggest soap opera dramas. Discover every story and secret as it unfolds. Start with a free trial and get 4 issues on us.

Highlights
  • Weekly soap opera guide
  • Exclusive story details
  • Behind-the-scenes secrets
  • Free trial offer
  • Subscription options
Features
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Download today and get 4 issues FREE when you subscribe! Your iTunes account will be charged when your free trial comes to an end unless you cancel. Inside Soap is your essential weekly guide to all the big soap dramas. We give you every story, every secret, every week! Try out Inside Soap for FREE with our no-obligation trial. Get 4 issues FREE with any of these sizzling hot subscription deals. You can cancel at any time during the trial period and no payment will be taken. 1 month (4 issues) for £5.99 3 months (12 issues) for £16.99 1 Year (52 issues) for £59.99 The subscription will include the current issue if you do not already own it and subsequently published future issues. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. This subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period, your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost of the renewal will match the initial subscription price. You may turn off auto-renewing subscriptions by going to your user’s Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during your active subscription period. Please find our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy here: http://www.hearst.co.uk/terms-and-conditions http://www.hearst.co.uk/privacy-policy

About

TopFan

Features
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Our platform is designed for creators who want more than just likes and views. Share your content, grow your fanbase, and connect directly with your supporters through meaningful interactions. Key Features: 1. Create & Share Content – Post updates, photos, and videos to engage your audience 2. Real Fan Connections – Go beyond comments with direct interaction 3. Paid 1-on-1 Video Calls – Monetize your time by offering personal video sessions 4. Grow Your Audience – Build a loyal community around your content 5. Earn from Your Content – Turn engagement into real income Whether you're an influencer, entertainer, or content creator, this platform helps you build stronger relationships and unlock new earning opportunities.

Screenshots

Inside Soap UK4 screens
TopFan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TopFan at none against Inside Soap UK's 10. TopFan also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Inside Soap UK sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. TopFan asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Inside Soap UK ships an update every 6 months, TopFan weekly. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Inside Soap UK versus TopFan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInside Soap UKTopFan
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews29.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB44 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperHearst Communications, IncorporatedTOPFANS CO., LTD.

Bugs and requests

Inside Soap UK

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Still being charged despite subscription
  • Last line of word search missing
  • New download not available
  • Asking for money for latest issue when subscribed
  • Issues disappearing after purchase
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  • No new issues appear to download after payment
  • App crashes on opening after subscription
  • App opens to a white blank screen
  • App freezes after purchasing subscription

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add an index menu for easier navigation
  • Make puzzles interactive online
  • Allow direct access to puzzles online
  • Add free reading options
  • Improve display of double-page spreads

TopFan

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Inside Soap UK

Subscriptions3
  • 1-Month Subscription$7.991 Month
  • 3-Month Subscription$22.993 Months
  • Annual Subscription$79.991 Year
One-time7
  • Inside Soap UK: Yearbook 2012$0.99
  • Inside Soap UK: Issue 51/52 2013$1.99
  • Inside Soap UK: 2016 Issue 12$1.99
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  • Inside Soap UK: 2016 Issue 18$1.99
  • Inside Soap UK: 2016 Issue 19$1.99
  • Inside Soap UK: 2016 Issue 20$1.99
  • Inside Soap UK: 2016 Issue 21$1.99
None

TopFan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Inside Soap UK free?
Inside Soap UK is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TopFan free?
TopFan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Inside Soap UK or TopFan have ads?
Neither Inside Soap UK nor TopFan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Inside Soap UK or TopFan?
Inside Soap UK ships an update every 6 months, and TopFan weekly. Most recently, Inside Soap UK was updated on November 10, 2026 and TopFan on November 10, 2026.

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