# MEN's EX vs LDK

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MEN's EX at 100% against LDK's 25%. MEN's EX also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). LDK's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 12 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MEN's EX sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $39.99 per year and LDK sells 41 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MEN's EX ships an update every 12 months, LDK every 3 months. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MEN's EX | LDK |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 3 months** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 21 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DENTSU INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/326362308) | [Shinyusha Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/416480236) |

## What reviewers say

### MEN's EX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mens-ex/id520378475)

A comprehensive men's lifestyle magazine focusing on sophisticated fashion for middle-aged individuals. It covers cars, watches, interiors, travel, and dining, offering tips to cultivate an "intellectually attractive" persona.

**Highlights:** Sophisticated men's fashion, Lifestyle coverage (cars, watches, travel), Tips for an attractive persona, Digital magazine format, Subscription options

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MEN's EX | $39.99 | per year |


### LDK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ldk/id719394180)

This digital magazine app delivers a consumer-focused lifestyle guide covering everything from household goods and daily necessities to electronics and cosmetics. It offers honest reviews and practical tips to help users make smarter purchasing decisions and enhance their daily lives.

**Highlights:** Consumer-focused product testing, Honest reviews and tips, Daily life improvement advice, Shopping failure prevention, Monthly digital magazine issues

**In-app purchases (41)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LDK定期購読 | $4.99 | per month |
| LDK定期購読 | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| 2026年6月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2026年7月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2026年8月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2026年3月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2026年4月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2026年2月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2026年1月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年11月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年12月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年10月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年8月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年9月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年6月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年7月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年5月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年4月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年3月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年2月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2024年11月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2024年12月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2025年1月号【電子書籍版限定特典付き】 | $3.99 | one-time |
| LDK 2014年7月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| LDK 2015年12月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| LDK 2016年4月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| LDK 2016年5月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2023年10月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2023年11月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2023年12月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年1月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年2月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年3月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年4月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年5月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年6月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年10月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年9月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年8月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2024年7月号 | $4.99 | one-time |
| LDK 2018年10月号 | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MEN's EX free?

MEN's EX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LDK free?

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

### Do MEN's EX or LDK have ads?

LDK shows ads; MEN's EX does not.

### Which is updated more often, MEN's EX or LDK?

MEN's EX ships an update every 12 months, and LDK every 3 months. Most recently, MEN's EX was updated on September 22, 2026 and LDK on September 22, 2026.

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