Comparison

roōms vs WhatSub

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

Head to head
About

roōms

This app simplifies finding or subletting rooms and apartments. It streamlines the process with strict listing requirements and easy contact information, making it ideal for students or travelers needing temporary housing.

Highlights
  • Find roommates
  • Sublet your room
  • Find summer housing
  • Streamlined listing process
  • Easy contact information
Features
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Subletting sucks, rooms makes it better. Need to find another roommate? Sublet your room while your away? Find a place to stay over the summer? rooms is for you. Through the use of strict picture and information requirements, along with easy to access contact info, the subletting process has never been more streamlined.

About

WhatSub

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Welcome to WhatSub, your go-to subleasing iOS app for a seamless NYC apartment hunt experience! **Explore Listings** Discover your dream apartment effortlessly. Utilize our intuitive search functionality to explore listings, refine searches by neighborhood, and filter by subway lines, building amenities, and in-unit features. Finding your ideal home in the Big Apple has never been easier! **Detailed Information** Get all the details you need right at your fingertips! View comprehensive apartment details and connect directly with the lister for inquiries. WhatSub ensures you have the information you need to make informed decisions about your next home. **Create Your Listing** Whether you're subleasing your apartment or searching for roommates, WhatSub has you covered. Easily create and manage listings from your device. Our user-friendly interface lets you showcase your property, attracting potential sublessees effortlessly. **Favorites List** Enhance your apartment hunt experience by curating a favorites list. Keep track of the properties you love and streamline your decision-making process. Your dream home is just a tap away! **Profile Management** Tailor your experience by editing your profile. Seamlessly manage your listings, including the ability to edit and delete apartments you've listed. WhatSub gives you the control to navigate your property management journey with ease. **Real-Time Messaging** Connect with listers in real-time! Our integrated messaging system lets you communicate directly with the person who posted the listing. Experience swift and efficient communication for a hassle-free apartment hunting journey. Ready to elevate your apartment hunting game? Experience the future of subleasing with WhatSub. Download now and find your perfect NYC home!

Screenshots

roōms4 screens
WhatSub4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: roōms at 13.0 against WhatSub's 16.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
roōms versus WhatSub: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterroōmsWhatSub
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB12 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperIlan RosenbaumFang Yu Wu

In-app purchases

None

roōms

No in-app purchases

None

WhatSub

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is roōms free?
roōms is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WhatSub free?
WhatSub is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do roōms or WhatSub have ads?
Neither roōms nor WhatSub shows ads.

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