# Mnet Plus vs LiNC(링크)

The clearest difference is rating: LiNC(링크) at 3.1 against Mnet Plus's 2.2. LiNC(링크) also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (54% vs 19%). Mnet Plus's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 15). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mnet Plus sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and LiNC(링크) sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LiNC(링크) holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mnet Plus has 1.5K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of Mnet Plus's written reviews are positive against 54% of LiNC(링크)'s.

Mnet Plus ships an update every 8 days, LiNC(링크) every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mnet Plus | LiNC(링크) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mnet-plus/id6443405421/reviews) | **[3.1 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 19.3% of reviews | **53.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 221 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CJ ENM Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/366509413) | [STAYGE Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1090462838) |

## What reviewers say

### Mnet Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mnet-plus/id6443405421)

This platform offers K-POP fans worldwide a central hub for music, performances, photos, and exclusive content. Engage in official broadcasts, connect with global fans, and participate in events to shape the K-POP world.

**Highlights:** Official Mnet broadcast voting, Exclusive behind-the-scenes content, Fan-driven voting and events, Global fan communication, Live shows and fan meetings, Special merchandise opportunities

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mnet Plus Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| MplePoint 290p | $0.79 | one-time |
| MplePoint 580p | $1.49 | one-time |
| MplePoint 870p | $2.19 | one-time |
| MplePoint 1460p | $3.69 | one-time |
| MplePoint 2040p | $5.09 | one-time |
| MplePoint 3200p | $7.99 | one-time |
| MplePoint 7280p | $18.49 | one-time |
| MplePoint 29100p | $72.90 | one-time |
| MplePoint 58200p | $144.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Decent app
- 🚀 Voting made easy for international fans
- 💡 Good for supporting artists

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Inconsistent voting criteria
- ⚠️ Concerns about rigged voting
- 🤖 Excessive ads and forced video watching
- 🔌 Frequent app updates required

**Reported bugs**

- Login and account issues
- Voting functionality not working as expected
- Constant app crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- Improve content moderation and comment filtering
- Provide more transparency in voting process
- Enhance app stability and reduce glitches


### LiNC(링크)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343)

Connect directly with your favorite artists through video calls, private chats, and fan voting. Participate in events, share your support, and earn rewards. This platform offers a unique way for fans to engage with their idols and create memorable experiences.

**Highlights:** 1:1 Video Calls with Artists, Private Artist Chat Subscription, Broadcast Voting & Pre-Voting, Fan Theme Polls, Fan Community Open Chat, ePrint Artist Photos, Earn Fan Points & Rewards

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

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IN A MINUTE  KIM JUN TAE | $3.99 | per month |
| Kim Gi Joong | $3.99 | per month |
| IN A MINUTE  LEE JAE JUN | $3.99 | per month |
| Lee Jiham | $3.99 | per month |
| Park Junhee | $3.99 | per month |
| Holland | $3.99 | per month |
| Park woodam | $3.99 | per month |
| KIMDOAH | $3.99 | per month |
| We;Na  DOA | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  ahyeon | $3.99 | per month |
| Kang Hayoon | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  E-seol | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  MIKU | $3.99 | per month |
| ADORA | $3.99 | per month |
| I:MOND  Youngwon | $3.99 | per month |
| Dong Hwan | $3.99 | per month |
| Sihun Kim | $3.99 | per month |
| Cheer Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fan Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fandom Support Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Heart Fan Package | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan Package | $26.99 | one-time |
| Royal Fan Package | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and clean user interface design
- 💰 Free voting through ad watching instead of paid currency
- 💬 Direct communication with artists via chat and video calls
- 🎯 Easy access to pre-voting for music shows from home screen
- 🎁 Multiple engagement features (voting, chatting, events, fan points)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ad videos fail to load frequently
- 💸 Excessive number of ads (20-30+) required for minimal points
- ⏱️ Ads take excessive time to load and play (60+ seconds each)
- 🚫 Messaging feature not working properly
- 🔔 Chat notifications not arriving despite permissions enabled

**Reported bugs**

- Ad videos fail to load or play
- Commercial video loading failure error messages
- Chat notifications not delivering despite enabled permissions
- Messages showing as unread when they are read
- App crashes and unexpected logouts

**Requested features**

- Search functionality within chat conversations
- Favorite artists pinned to top of voting list
- Push notifications for voting start times
- Bulk voting button (select 10 votes at once)
- Fan-to-fan communication/community chat


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mnet Plus free?

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

### Is LiNC(링크) free?

LiNC(링크) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Mnet Plus or LiNC(링크)?

LiNC(링크) is rated higher. Mnet Plus averages 2.2 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while LiNC(링크) averages 3.1 from 15 ratings.

### Do Mnet Plus or LiNC(링크) have ads?

Mnet Plus shows ads; LiNC(링크) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Mnet Plus or LiNC(링크)?

Mnet Plus ships an update every 8 days, and LiNC(링크) every 9 days. Most recently, Mnet Plus was updated on October 2, 2026 and LiNC(링크) on October 1, 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.*