Comparison

UP vs METALIVE

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

Head to head
About

UP

Connect with idols and talents through online special events. Enjoy live video calls, receive digital photos, and send messages. A VIP plan offers unlimited access to past recordings.

Highlights
  • Browse talent event listings
  • Follow favorite talents
  • Request events
  • 2-shot video calls
  • Receive digital photos and autographs
  • Send messages and letters
  • VIP plan for past recordings
Features
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UP-T Talk(アップティートーク)は、アイドルや、タレントとファンの特典会をWEBで行うことができるトークアプリです! デジタルチェキももらえて、アイドルやタレントが決めた時間のトークが可能です。 アプリの主な機能は下記の通りです。 1.タレントのイベント一覧の閲覧機能 イベントをフォローすることができます。 イベントの予約受付時間になったら、チケットを購入できるようになります。 2.お気に入りのタレントへイベントのリクエスト送信機能 3.お気に入りのタレントをフォローする機能 4.トーク中に2-ショットをする機能 5.トーク後、写真、サイン、グッズをもらう機能 6.自分の気持ちを伝えるレターの送信機能 • VIPプランは、過去のトークを無制限で視聴できる月額会員制サービスです。 • 購入後の支払いは、Apple IDに請求されます。 • お申し込み日を1日目とし、31日目に自動更新されます。 • 更新日前に解約のお手続きをなさった場合、残りの期間についての日割りでの返金はいたしません。 • 自動継続課金は期間の期限が切れる24時間以内に自動で行われます。「購読の終了日の0:00」の24時間以上前に自動更新をオフにしなければ、継続決済は自動的に更新されます。 • 自動継続課金はお客様自身で管理することができ、購入後にApple IDの設定画面にて自動継続をオフにすることが可能です。 • Apple IDでの定期購入とUp-T Talkの会員の状態は連動していません。このため、Up-T Talkの退会・アプリのアンインストール、いずれによっても購読は自動的には停止されません。 • 自動継続課金の解約手続き完了後、次回の更新日を過ぎますとVIPプランは解除されます。(更新日まではVIPプランのご利用が可能です。) 利用規約 (Term of use): https://talk.up-t.jp/term プライバシーポリシー (Privacy Policy): https://talk.up-t.jp/privacy [:mav: 1.0.23]

About

METALIVE

This live-streaming app focuses on global distribution of Japanese subculture. It offers unique features like real-time translation in multiple languages and engaging effects to enhance broadcasts. The platform also hosts official events and programs to entertain viewers and performers.

Highlights
  • Global distribution of Japanese subculture
  • Real-time translation (Japanese, English, Chinese)
  • Live streaming with engaging effects
  • Official events and programs
  • Supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod
Features
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Meta Live is a live-streaming application specializing in global distribution to spread Japanese subculture to the world! Meta Live is packed with unique features that overturn the conventional wisdom of live streaming! Translation Functions Japanese, English, Chinese As of December 2022 Live Streaming Screen Various throw-away effects to liven up your live-streaming! Official Programs Meta Live will have official events and delivery that will enliven the live audience and the live performers.

Screenshots

UP4 screens
METALIVE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: UP at 55% against METALIVE's 45%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. UP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and METALIVE sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UP ships an update weekly, METALIVE fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
UP versus METALIVE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUPMETALIVE
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews55.0% of reviews — better45.0% of reviews
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB87 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperTOMOYUKI MIYAMOTODream Cast, K.K.

Customer experience

UP

Written reviews20 reviews
Positive55.0%
Neutral35.0%
Negative10.0%

METALIVE

Written reviews20 reviews
Positive45.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative45.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

UP

Subscriptions1
  • Vip plan$3.991 Month
One-time9
  • 1,000$9.99
  • 3,000$24.99
  • 7,000$59.99
Show 6 more
  • 8,000$69.99
  • 10,000$79.99
  • 20,000$149.99
  • 30,000$249.99
  • 50,000$399.99
  • 100,000$799.99
10 purchases

METALIVE

One-time10
  • Package 1$0.99
  • Package 2$2.99
  • Package 3$7.99
Show 7 more
  • Package 9$19.99
  • Package 10$19.99
  • Package 4$26.99
  • Package 5$59.99
  • Package 6$99.99
  • Package 7$129.99
  • Package 8$149.99

Questions

Is UP free?
UP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is METALIVE free?
METALIVE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do UP or METALIVE have ads?
Neither UP nor METALIVE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, UP or METALIVE?
UP ships an update weekly, and METALIVE fortnightly. Most recently, UP was updated on November 3, 2026 and METALIVE on November 3, 2026.

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