GroupSocial vs Link
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GroupSocial
Connects brands, content creators, and individuals with audiences to relevant opportunities. Facilitates partnerships and collaborations within a creator-focused platform. Offers an optional Certified Membership for enhanced access.
- Brand-creator connections
- Audience engagement
- Partnership opportunities
- Trend shaping
- Certified Membership
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We unite brands, creators, and anyone with an audience. Whether you’re a brand looking for partnerships, a content creator shaping trends, or someone with a loyal audience, GroupSocial connects you with the right opportunities — from creators collaborating with brands and fellow creators, to brands connecting with creators and other like-minded brands. We also offer the option of Certified Membership within the app. This subscription is bound by the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA), available here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Link
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Link Up — Make Plans. Meet People. Tired of group chats that never turn into plans? New to a city and want to meet people? Link Up helps you organise real-life activities and discover what’s happening nearby — fast. Create plans in seconds. Pick an activity, set the time and place, and publish. Explore the map to find activities around you and join with one tap. From coffee catch-ups and gym sessions to runs, pub nights, and weekend hikes, Link Up makes it easy to connect through shared activities — with friends and new faces. Features: -Create public, friends-only, or invite-only plans -Discover nearby activities on the map -Set recurring plans and get reminders -Chat with participants and stay in sync For individuals, groups, and businesses running events. Stop talking about it. Link Up.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Link at none against GroupSocial's 4. On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. GroupSocial sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Link asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GroupSocial | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (109 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 99.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 109 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | GroupSocial LLC | L1NK Up Limited |
Bugs and requests
GroupSocial
Reported bugs
2 issues- Login screen freezes
- Compatibility issues with older devices
Requested features
3 requests- More advanced analytics and reporting
- Improved search and filtering options
- Expanded brand and creator network
Link
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
GroupSocial
- Certified7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Certified7 Days trial$49.991 Month
- Certified7 Days trial$179.991 Year
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- Certified7 Days trial$449.991 Year
Link
No in-app purchases









