Comparison

Plus Chat for K vs LINKU

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

Head to head
About

Plus Chat for K

Connect with your favorite K-pop artists through exclusive content, private messages, and behind-the-scenes updates. Discover original content, shop official merchandise, and get closer to your idols than ever before.

Highlights
  • Exclusive artist content
  • Private messages with idols
  • Behind-the-scenes updates
  • Original fan-made content
  • Official merchandise shop
  • Artist news aggregation
Features
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Global Fan Community Platform, Plus Chat! Get closer to your bias than ever before. From private messages and behind photos to exclusive original contents, discover special experiences made just for fans. ▶ Get updates on your bias in one place! Catch all the latest content, updates, and news from the artists you love, all conveniently gathered on Plus Chat. ▶ Exclusive moments beyond social media Go beyond what you see on social media with exclusive behind photos, messages, and moments shared directly from your bias. Experience a more personal side of their everyday lives only on Plus Chat. ▶ Private messages with your bias Feel even closer to your favorite artist. From stories you’ve always wanted to hear to little moments from their day, share meaningful private conversations together. ▶ Original contents, made for fans From exclusive behind contents to members-only videos, enjoy special moments available only for fans. ▶ SHOP Albums, photobooks, light sticks, exclusive photocards, and more. Explore official merchandise of your bias with ease. [Mnet Plus Official Channels] - Website : https://www.mnetplus.world/ko - Twitter: @mnetplus - Instagram: @mnetplus_official - Threads: @mnetplus_official - Youtube: @MnetPlus - TikTok: @mnetplus_official [App Permissions] [Required Permissions] - Device, Device ID, App History: Used to identify app errors and improve service usability. [Optional Permissions] - Camera: photos and videos - Photos/Media/Files: upload profile images, attach photos to posts, and submit inquiries - Notifications: Receive service announcements and event notifications *Optional permissions are not required to use the service, but some features may be limited without access. [Terms of Service & Privacy Policy] - Terms of Service: https://bit.ly/4ft9yRJ - Privacy Policy: https://bit.ly/4wT9C3i [Customer Support] https://bit.ly/4fJZoMk

About

LINKU

Connect with artists for real-time, one-on-one video calls. Enjoy seamless communication with integrated live translation services, bridging language barriers for a more engaging experience.

Highlights
  • 1:1 video calls with artists
  • Real-time live translation
  • Connect with diverse artists
  • Interactive communication platform
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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아티스트와 1:1 로 영상통화를 실시간 통역을 통해 즐길 수 있는 플랫폼입니다.

Screenshots

Plus Chat for K4 screens
LINKU4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LINKU at 100% against Plus Chat for K's 19%. LINKU also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Plus Chat for K sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and LINKU sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plus Chat for K ships an update every 3 weeks, LINKU every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Plus Chat for K versus LINKU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlus Chat for KLINKU
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (68 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews19.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings68 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size208 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCJ ENM Co., Ltd.MINIRECORD Corp

Customer experience

Plus Chat for K

All ratings68 ratings
Positive19.1%
Neutral8.8%
Negative72.1%
Written reviews146 reviews
Positive19.2%
Neutral6.8%
Negative74.0%

LINKU

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Plus Chat for K

Subscriptions7
  • ALPHA DRIVE ONE 1 Ticket(1Month)$3.991 Month
  • Isaac Hong 1 Ticket(1Month)$3.991 Month
  • ZEROBASEONE 1 Ticket(1Month)2 variants$3.991 Month
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  • ZEROBASEONE Group Chat (1Month)$3.991 Month
  • ONE PACT 1 Ticket(1Month)$3.991 Month
  • ZEROBASEONE 2 Tickets(1Month)2 variants$6.901 Month
  • ZEROBASEONE 3 Tickets(1Month)2 variants$9.591 Month
7 purchases

LINKU

One-time7
  • 10크레딧$5.99
  • 20크레딧$11.99
  • 50크레딧$29.99
Show 4 more
  • 70크레딧$39.99
  • 100크레딧$59.99
  • 200크레딧$119.99
  • 300크레딧$199.99

Questions

Is Plus Chat for K free?
Plus Chat for K is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LINKU free?
LINKU is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Plus Chat for K or LINKU have ads?
Neither Plus Chat for K nor LINKU shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Plus Chat for K or LINKU?
Plus Chat for K ships an update every 3 weeks, and LINKU every 9 days. Most recently, Plus Chat for K was updated on November 12, 2026 and LINKU on November 5, 2026.

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