Atraf vs HostelSphere
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Atraf
Connect with LGBTQ+ individuals for dating, friendship, or casual encounters. This app offers a welcoming space for all identities on the spectrum to express themselves and find meaningful connections.
- Connect with LGBTQ+ members
- Find dates, friends, or party partners
- Express yourself freely
- Meaningful connections
- Welcoming to all identities
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Atraf’s popular dating app returns with a new and improved version — bringing back all your favorite features and introducing exciting new ones. Atraf is the ultimate space for LGBTQ+ members to connect, express themselves freely, and find meaningful connections. Whether you’re gay, lesbian, bi, trans, or anywhere on the spectrum, Atraf welcomes you just as you are. Looking for true love, a new friendship, or a party partner? Whatever you’re into, you’ll find it here. More info on atraf at: https://www.atraf.com Terms of use and privacy policy: https://www.atraf.com/contentpage?pageId=1002
HostelSphere
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HostelSphere is the app that transforms the hostel community. Your journey in the hostel world just got personal. HostelSphere is your home in transforming the way you experience hostels. Whether you're running your dream property, building your hospitality career, or just passionate about the community - this space is yours. We've created it for people like you: ambitious owners, dedicated professionals, independent thinkers, passionate entrepreneurs, growing franchises, curious guests, and hostel enthusiasts from every corner of the globe. What can you do on HostelSphere? Flow Discover content from other users, share your ideas, comment, react, and connect with the community through Talk. Talk Chat directly with other users. Exchange ideas, experiences, or resolve questions in real-time. Connect Search and manage your professional network by hostel, country, city, company, or professional level. Use advanced filters to refine your search and efficiently manage your connection requests. LevelUP Develop your skills with gamified challenges in sustainability, leadership, operations, housekeeping, and more. Progress through the levels: Trainee, Expert, and Master, and earn recognition. LearnMS Learn from the best professionals in the industry. Learn at your own pace, without barriers, from anywhere. Earn recognition certificates certified by the HostelSphere Online Hostel School. Communities Join vibrant communities of like-minded professionals, hostel lovers, and hostel guests in the industry. Connect from anywhere. Build meaningful relationships through specialized groups. We think differently. We are Hostels. Join the movement and transform your journey with HostelSphere. Ready to level up your hostel experience? Download now and start connecting!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HostelSphere at none against Atraf's 5. HostelSphere also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Atraf sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. HostelSphere asks for nothing beyond the download.
Atraf ships an update every 10 days, HostelSphere every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Atraf | HostelSphere |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Cyberserve Ltd. | Datadamus corp |
In-app purchases
Atraf
- 1 month premium subscription14 Days trial$17.991 Month
- Weekly Business subscription$29.997 Days
- 3 months premium subscription$49.993 Months
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- 6 months premium subscription$79.996 Months
- Monthly Business subscription$89.991 Month
HostelSphere
No in-app purchases









