Comparison

Pulse vs Sticky

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

Head to head
About

Pulse

This app offers two distinct modes for meeting people: a real-time map for spontaneous meetups and a video feed to avoid swipe fatigue. It includes features like AI-assisted conversation starters and a game mode for deeper connections, prioritizing user safety and privacy.

Highlights
  • Flash Map for quick meetups
  • Scrollable video feed
  • AI-assisted conversation starters
  • Timed game mode for connection
  • User-rated first messages
  • Instant visibility of likes
Features
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Pulse — Two modes. One goal — real connection. Flash Map for quick meetups, or a scrollable video feed without swipe fatigue. A bot and Synthesis game help you talk and vibe. Free now? No likes or matches needed in Flash. Tap “Flash” and a live map lights up for 30 minutes*, showing people around you who are also free — right now. Join a 1-on-1 or group chat instantly. You’ve got 30 minutes* from “hey” to a real-life meetup — whether you’re new in town and craving a museum, or your friends bailed on the bar plan. (*Each Flash session lasts 30 minutes.) Your safety matters. We never show your exact location. Available: Report, Block, SOS. Not in a rush? Scroll a vertical feed with full-screen videos and photos. No swipe fatigue. No need to rate every profile. Tired of toxic messages? You rate first messages — we push bad actors to the bottom of the feed. Hate starting first? Pulsik-bot will gently start the chat for you. No pressure, no spam. Want to connect deeper? Try “Synthesis” — a timed game mode designed for real connection. Don’t know what to say? Pulsik suggests the perfect topic based on their interests and profile. Starting a convo has never been easier. No paywalls. No guesswork. See who liked you — instantly. Download Pulse and go from “Hi” to IRL in 30 minutes*. (*Flash Map session duration) We don’t share your data. You can erase everything at any time. For users 18+. Privacy Policy: https://pulse.sx/en/info/privacypolicy.pdf Support: https://pulse.sx/en/help/

About

Sticky

Features
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A shared sticky note widget for couples and close friends. Sticky is a minimalist shared widget app for couples, best friends, and close connections. Write a note, draw a doodle, or send a tiny message — and it appears directly on their home screen widget. No chat feeds. No endless notifications. Just one tiny space for thoughtful moments. HOW IT WORKS • Pair with one person • Write or draw a note • Tap Stick • Your note instantly updates on their widget FEATURES • Shared home screen widget • Handwritten notes and doodles • Instant widget sync • Quick reactions • Minimal design • Private 1-on-1 connection WHY STICKY Most apps are noisy. Sticky is intentionally quiet. It feels like leaving a sticky note on someone’s desk — but digital. Perfect for: • Couples • Best friends • Long-distance relationships • Small daily moments

Screenshots

Pulse4 screens
Sticky4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Sticky at daily against Pulse's every 3 weeks. 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pulse ships an update every 3 weeks, Sticky daily. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Pulse versus Sticky: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPulseSticky
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size135 MB58 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAlexander SavitskyThang Bui Manh

In-app purchases

None

Pulse

No in-app purchases

None

Sticky

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pulse free?
Pulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sticky free?
Sticky is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pulse or Sticky have ads?
Neither Pulse nor Sticky shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pulse or Sticky?
Pulse ships an update every 3 weeks, and Sticky daily. Most recently, Pulse was updated on September 28, 2026 and Sticky on September 19, 2026.

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