eko vs Manity
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
eko
Connect with loved ones through fun and creative posts, private groups, and instant feedback polls. Share content freely without algorithmic interference, fostering genuine connections.
- Create private groups
- Send GIFs and add captions
- Create polls for feedback
- Share posts and profiles
- No algorithmic feeds
- Customizable posts
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Social media used to be about connecting with friends. Now, it is about entertainment and selling ads. eko attempts to restore the feeling of community to social media. With no algorithm and no ads, eko helps you stay connected with the people who matter most. Express yourself through text, ascii art images, gifs, and polls. Whether you’re browsing posts from the global feed or just your inner circle, eko keeps social media simple.
Manity
This social media platform focuses on genuine connections by removing AI-generated content and offering identity verification. Users can post updates, share videos, engage in discussions, and customize their profiles. An optional premium subscription unlocks enhanced features for a more robust experience.
- Identity verification for authenticity
- AI-generated content removal
- Post up to 400 characters
- Share 30-second videos
- Direct messaging
- Discussion rooms
- Customizable avatars
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Manity seeks to provide a more connected and trustworthy social media experience. AI generated content is removed at upload from the website, or through reporting in-App. Verification checkmarks are not gained exclusively by paying more money, but by proving your identity directly in app. Manity wants to encourage more meaningful connections through Manity Free, or Manity +. Features Available Immediately on Download: - Compose Post up to 400 Characters - Post 30 second videos at 720p - Lift Post (Share post to your feed) - Like and reply with notes (comments) - Direct Message Your Friends - Discover post from the people you follow or around the app - Watch Ripples (Videos) - Customize your avatar and cover photo - Track your daily posting streak - Host or join discussion rooms - Host events - Light and Dark Mode - No Ads - No Data Sharing - Strict content moderation With Manity + - Verified badge manually reviewed and with AI scan - 1080p videos up to 45 seconds - External links in your bio - Cover images for events - Host watch parties with live scoring updates - See who's interested in you - Get an algorithm boost to build your audience Why Manity? In a world where you have to discern from real or fake, choose real.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: eko at none against Manity's 1. eko also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (13 vs 3). On price, rating and ads 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. Manity sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. eko asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for eko against 5.0 for Manity. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 3 respectively.
eko ships an update fortnightly, Manity every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | eko | Manity |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (13 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Christian Knab | Manity LLC |
Customer experience
eko
Manity
In-app purchases
eko
No in-app purchases
Manity
- Manity+$3.991 Month









