Comparison

LiNC(링크) vs BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick

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

Head to head
About

LiNC(링크)

Connect directly with your favorite artists through video calls, private chats, and fan voting. Participate in events, share your support, and earn rewards. This platform offers a unique way for fans to engage with their idols and create memorable experiences.

Highlights
  • 1:1 Video Calls with Artists
  • Private Artist Chat Subscription
  • Broadcast Voting & Pre-Voting
  • Fan Theme Polls
  • Fan Community Open Chat
  • ePrint Artist Photos
  • Earn Fan Points & Rewards
Features
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Get closer to your favorite stars with LiNC. LiNC is a fan participation platform where moments of direct connection with artists begin. From video calls and private 1:1 chats to broadcast voting, every fan action leads to real experiences. [About LiNC] SBS Inkigayo Pre-Voting - Easily participate every week on LiNC and help your favorite artist reach No.1 with your vote. 1:1 Video Call Events - Meet & Call / Relay Call: Talk directly with artists via 1:1 video calls. - Two-Shot Event: Capture memorable moments through photo sessions. Artist Private Chat Subscription - A dedicated space to communicate 1:1 with your favorite artist. Subscribe to enjoy exclusive content and never miss special moments. - Share your support and participation with artists through Fan Stories. - Built-in translation allows you to chat freely across languages. Express yourself more vividly with Linkticons. Fan Theme Polls & Support Votes - Share opinions with other fans through theme polls. - Celebrate album releases and support artists through support votes. - Use Support Pass to gain vote boosters and Fan Points. Fan Community Open Chat - Connect with fans who support the same artist. - Share comeback moments, music shows, and award ceremonies in real time. ePrint Events - Keep special moments of artists as physical prints through ePrint services. - Participate in events to receive limited benefits. Fan Points & Rewards - Earn Fan Points through various activities. - Collect rewards while supporting your favorite artists. [Service Terms and Conditions] https://help.stayge.io/en/articles/Integrated-Terms-and-Conditions-of-the-LiNC-Service-b2137eb7 [Privacy Policy] https://help.stayge.io/en/articles/STAYGE-Labs-Privacy-Policy-ba0fcbe0 [App Permissions] - Required permissions: Device & app history (to improve app usability and diagnose errors), Device ID (for device identification and ad tracking) - Optional permissions: Camera (to capture video and take two-shot photos during artist video call events), Microphone (for audio during artist video call events), Photos/Media/Files (to attach media files when creating posts), Notifications (to register and receive push notifications), Nearby devices (to connect Bluetooth earphones and other devices during video calls) *You can use the service without granting optional permissions; however, some features may be limited.

About

BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick

Control your light stick wirelessly via Bluetooth to customize colors, brightness, and effects. Enhance your concert experience by syncing the light stick with live performances and accessing special stage effects.

Highlights
  • Smartphone Bluetooth connection
  • Concert mode with stage effects
  • Self mode for custom colors
  • Brightness and blinking effect control
  • NFC for ticket information
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[Key Features] 1. Smartphone Bluetooth Connection With the Light Stick turned off, Press the buttons of the Light Stick simultaneously for 2 seconds to enter Bluetooth mode. (It will blink in blue) Turn on your smartphone’s Bluetooth mode and pair it with the Light Stick. 2. Concert mode Enter your concert ticket information and pair your Light Stick. You can enjoy various stage effects during the concert. This menu will be enabled several days prior to a concert. 3. Self mode After pressing the "Self Mode" button on the home screen of the app, connect the smartphone and the Light Stick with Bluetooth. You can change the color, brightness, and blinking effect of your Light Stick from the app. [Important Pre-Concert Information] - Pairing using the app can be done approximately one or two days before the concert. Please check your ticket before pairing your Light Stick. - You can proceed with concert pairing by tapping [Concert Mode] in the latest version of the Light Stick app. - Please keep the Light Stick firmware updated to the latest version. If there is an update, a separate notice will be posted on the official channel. - On-site congestion on the day of the concert may delay the firmware update and pairing speed or cause them to fail. Please complete the firmware update and pairing before coming to the concert venue. - Replace old batteries with new alkaline batteries before using your Light Stick. (three AAA batteries) - Using old batteries without replacing them with new ones may cause the Light Stick to fade, or flash in different colors then go off during the concert. Please prepare extra batteries. - The Light Stick will remain paired during the concert even if the batteries are replaced, and the light effect will continue automatically. ※ Required access permission To use the app and the Light Stick, the following permissions are required: • NFC : Required to check ticket information. • Bluetooth : Required to connect to the Light Stick.

Screenshots

LiNC(링크)4 screens
BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick at 100% against LiNC(링크)'s 53%. BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.9) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). LiNC(링크)'s advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (16 vs 5). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. LiNC(링크) sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of LiNC(링크)'s written reviews are positive against 100% of BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LiNC(링크) ships an update every 9 days, BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
LiNC(링크) versus BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiNC(링크)BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (16 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings16 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size191 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTAYGE LabsHYBE Co., Ltd

Customer experience

LiNC(링크)

All ratings15 ratings
Positive53.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.7%
Written reviews108 reviews
Positive52.8%
Neutral7.4%
Negative39.8%

BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

LiNC(링크)

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Ad videos fail to load or play
  • Commercial video loading failure error messages
  • Chat notifications not delivering despite enabled permissions
  • Messages showing as unread when they are read
  • App crashes and unexpected logouts
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  • Login credentials not persisting after updates
  • Unread message badges not clearing after viewing
  • Points not awarded after watching ads
  • Video playback disabled after app updates
  • Google login account switching not possible

Requested features

8 requests
  • Search functionality within chat conversations
  • Favorite artists pinned to top of voting list
  • Push notifications for voting start times
  • Bulk voting button (select 10 votes at once)
  • Fan-to-fan communication/community chat
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  • More diverse artists and actors on platform
  • Persistent liked messages that don't disappear
  • Better ad loading and reliability system

BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

LiNC(링크)

Subscriptions4
  • LiNC FEVER$1.991 Month
  • [IN A MINUTE] LEE JAE JUN$3.991 Month
  • Lee Jiham$3.991 Month
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  • Park Junhee$3.991 Month
One-time6
  • Cheer Package$1.99
  • Fan Package$4.99
  • Fandom Support Pass$6.99
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  • Heart Fan Package$13.99
  • Super Fan Package$26.99
  • Royal Fan Package$44.99
None

BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LiNC(링크) free?
LiNC(링크) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick free?
BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LiNC(링크) or BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick?
BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick is rated higher. LiNC(링크) averages 2.9 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do LiNC(링크) or BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick have ads?
Neither LiNC(링크) nor BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LiNC(링크) or BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick?
LiNC(링크) ships an update every 9 days, and BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick every 11 months. Most recently, LiNC(링크) was updated on November 7, 2026 and BOYNEXTDOOR Light Stick on November 5, 2026.

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