# LiNC(링크) vs TOPSX STORE

The clearest difference is rating: TOPSX STORE at 5.0 against LiNC(링크)'s 3.1. TOPSX STORE also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). LiNC(링크)'s advantage is ratings volume (15 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LiNC(링크) sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. TOPSX STORE asks for nothing beyond the download.

TOPSX STORE holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LiNC(링크) has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

LiNC(링크) ships an update every 9 days, TOPSX STORE every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LiNC(링크) | TOPSX STORE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.1 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topsx-store/id6777980579/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 52.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 191 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [STAYGE Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1090462838) | [LIFE DESIGN COMPANY INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1384342954) |

## What reviewers say

### LiNC(링크)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linc/id6467824343)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LiNC FEVER | $1.99 | per month |
| IN A MINUTE  LEE JAE JUN | $3.99 | per month |
| Lee Jiham | $3.99 | per month |
| Park Junhee | $3.99 | per month |
| Cheer Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fan Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fandom Support Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Heart Fan Package | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan Package | $26.99 | one-time |
| Royal Fan Package | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and clean user interface design
- 💰 Free voting through ad watching instead of paid currency
- 💬 Direct communication with artists via chat and video calls
- 🎯 Easy access to pre-voting for music shows from home screen
- 🎁 Multiple engagement features (voting, chatting, events, fan points)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ad videos fail to load frequently
- 💸 Excessive number of ads (20-30+) required for minimal points
- ⏱️ Ads take excessive time to load and play (60+ seconds each)
- 🚫 Messaging feature not working properly
- 🔔 Chat notifications not arriving despite permissions enabled

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### TOPSX STORE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topsx-store/id6777980579)

This app allows users to easily order merchandise by creating a list of desired items beforehand. Present a QR code at the register for a seamless ordering experience. Contact support for any issues or inquiries.

**Highlights:** Create merchandise wishlists, QR code for easy ordering, Streamlined checkout process, Contact support for inquiries

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LiNC(링크) free?

LiNC(링크) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TOPSX STORE free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LiNC(링크) or TOPSX STORE?

TOPSX STORE is rated higher. LiNC(링크) averages 3.1 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while TOPSX STORE averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do LiNC(링크) or TOPSX STORE have ads?

Neither LiNC(링크) nor TOPSX STORE shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LiNC(링크) or TOPSX STORE?

LiNC(링크) ships an update every 9 days, and TOPSX STORE every 8 days. Most recently, LiNC(링크) was updated on November 3, 2026 and TOPSX STORE on October 31, 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.*
