# Loop vs Matchbox

The clearest difference is rating: Loop at 4.6 against Matchbox's 1.0. Loop also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1K vs 1). Matchbox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and update cadence (daily vs every 6 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loop sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Matchbox asks for nothing beyond the download.

Loop holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loop has 1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Loop ships an update every 6 weeks, Matchbox daily. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loop | Matchbox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-the-matchmaking-app/id6446096597/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchboxget-together/id6683300596/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 64 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LOOOPMEIN INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637680960) | [The Marriage Pact Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1597673980) |

## What reviewers say

### Loop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loop-the-matchmaking-app/id6446096597)

Connect with new people through your existing social circle and shared communities. Discover potential matches by seeing who your friends know and requesting introductions. Facilitates connections based on events, locations, and shared interests.

**Highlights:** Matchmaking through friends, Request introductions, Event-based groups, Location-based groups, Community matching, Professional matchmaker integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Loop Premium (1 Month) | $29.99 | per month |
| Loop Premium (3 Months) | $74.99 | per 3 months |
| Loop Premium (6 Months) | $119.99 | per 6 months |
| Loop Premium (1 Year) | $179.99 | per year |
| Premium Intro Request | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Match Accept | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2 Premium Match Accepts | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2 Premium Intro Requests | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3 Premium Intro Requests | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3 Premium Match Accepts | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Group Unlock | $19.99 | one-time |
| 2 Premium Group Unlocks | $34.99 | one-time |
| 3 Premium Group Unlocks | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Great concept for matchmaking
- 🤝 Helpful for setting up friends
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🎉 Success stories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paywall for basic features
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering options
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🤖 Lack of communication with matches
- 🙅‍♀️ Inability to delete profile

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after recent updates
- Registration screen issues on certain devices
- Constant log-out problems
- Unreliable location feature

**Requested features**

- Ability to communicate with matches
- Improved search and filtering options
- Notification system for match outcomes
- Tools to help grow matchmaker groups
- More detailed user profiles


### Matchbox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchboxget-together/id6683300596)

This app connects you with friends for social events after receiving a text from your host. It helps you find your match and focus on enjoying gatherings like costume balls or game nights.

**Highlights:** Event connection, Host-initiated invites, Match discovery, Focus on enjoyment, Meeting new friends

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loop free?

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

### Is Matchbox free?

Matchbox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Loop or Matchbox?

Loop is rated higher. Loop averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Matchbox averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Loop or Matchbox have ads?

Matchbox shows ads; Loop does not.

### Which is updated more often, Loop or Matchbox?

Loop ships an update every 6 weeks, and Matchbox daily. Most recently, Loop was updated on September 26, 2026 and Matchbox on June 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.*