# same vs Tiny Secret

The clearest difference is ads: Tiny Secret at none against same's shown. Tiny Secret also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 59%) and rating (3.5 vs 3.3). same's advantage is ratings volume (63 vs 6) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. same sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Tiny Secret sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tiny Secret holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: same has 63 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of same's written reviews are positive against 89% of Tiny Secret's.

same ships an update fortnightly, Tiny Secret every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | same | Tiny Secret |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/same-long-time-no-see/id531761928/reviews) | **[3.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-secret-notes-and-stories/id1356049348/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **63** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 59.4% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ohsame Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/944872977) | [XSoftLab](https://appshunter.io/developer/1769783309) |

## What reviewers say

### same

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/same-long-time-no-see/id531761928)

This app provides a space for authentic self-expression and connection with like-minded individuals. Share thoughts, daily moments, or creative content in themed channels, fostering genuine interactions and deeper understanding among users. It's a platform for those seeking meaningful connections beyond superficial interactions.

**Highlights:** Authentic self-expression, Connect with like-minded people, Themed public channels, Create personal channels, Share daily moments, Foster genuine interactions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| same连续包月会员 | $1.49 | per month |
| same连续包季会员 | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| same连续包年会员 | $16.99 | per year |
| 10 same币 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 84 same币 | $1.99 | one-time |
| same一个月会员 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 210 same币 | $4.99 | one-time |
| same三个月会员 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 476 same币 | $9.99 | one-time |
| same12个月会员 | $25.99 | one-time |
| 1386 same币 | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Unique anonymous social network concept
- 💬 Safe space for emotional expression
- 🎯 Well-organized topic-based channels
- 🤝 Genuine connections with like-minded people
- 📱 Clean and intuitive interface design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and crashes on startup
- 🚫 Excessive content moderation and censorship
- ❌ Login and authentication issues
- ⚠️ Poor server stability and performance
- 🔐 Account access problems for overseas users

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes immediately on launch
- Login failures with 'illegal appid' error
- WeChat login showing 'server error' or 'unknown API'
- Unable to refresh content or infinite loading
- Cannot send messages or comments

**Requested features**

- Delete chat history functionality
- Change app tagline back to original
- Multi-window support
- Music collection and playlist features
- Location-based social features


### Tiny Secret

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-secret-notes-and-stories/id1356049348)

This app provides a safe and anonymous space for adults to share their thoughts, feelings, and life challenges. Connect with others who have similar experiences, offer advice, or simply find solace in a supportive community. It's a place to be yourself without judgment.

**Highlights:** Anonymous messaging, Adult chat and social networking, Share life challenges, Connect with similar experiences, Offer and receive advice, Self-expression without judgment

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Continuous monthly | $3.49 | per month |
| Continuous quarter | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Consecutive year | $14.49 | per year |
| 420 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| One Quarter VIP | $5.99 | one-time |
| 7600 coins | $15.99 | one-time |
| 1 Year VIP | $21.99 | one-time |
| 21600 coins | $47.99 | one-time |
| 36300 coins | $79.99 | one-time |
| 70500 coins | $149.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is same free?

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

### Is Tiny Secret free?

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

### Which has better reviews, same or Tiny Secret?

Tiny Secret is rated higher. same averages 3.3 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while Tiny Secret averages 3.5 from 6 ratings.

### Do same or Tiny Secret have ads?

same shows ads; Tiny Secret does not.

### Which is updated more often, same or Tiny Secret?

same ships an update fortnightly, and Tiny Secret every 2 weeks. Most recently, same was updated on October 21, 2026 and Tiny Secret on October 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.*