The Area App vs State
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Area App
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The Area App connects you with people, places and ideas around you. Share your thoughts, creativity and ideas with people in your locality and beyond.
State
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State is a platform for free and open political discussion. Our mission is to create a space where people can share views, debate ideas, and engage in civic dialogue without unnecessary restrictions. Whether you want to follow the latest political developments, share your opinions, or connect with others who care about public issues, State provides the tools to participate. Key Features: • Post and comment freely on political topics • Engage in uncensored discussions with diverse viewpoints • Follow posts and stay updated on debates that matter to you • Secure login with Google or Apple ID — no additional accounts needed • Built on Firebase for safe and reliable performance
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: The Area App at none against State's shown. The Area App also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Area App | State |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Roq Networks (OPC) Private Limited | Giorgi Mshvidobadze |
In-app purchases
The Area App
No in-app purchases
State
No in-app purchases
