Portl. vs Giftze
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Portl.
Discover trending venues, book reservations instantly, and see who's attending events. Connect with friends, send gifts, and earn social status. Organize your social life and make every outing unforgettable.
- Discover trending venues and events
- Instant table reservations and guestlists
- See who's attending events
- Send gifts to friends at venues
- Earn social leaderboard status
- Share moments and tag locations
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Portl – Your Social Life, Organized Discover where to go, who’s going, and make every night unforgettable. Portl is the ultimate lifestyle app that connects you to the best restaurants, lounges, and experiences in your city — all in one place. What you can do on Portl: Explore Top Venues: Discover trending spots, hidden gems, and exclusive events curated for your taste. Book Instantly: Reserve tables or join guestlists in seconds — no calls, no hassle. See Who’s Going: Know which friends and familiar faces are attending before you decide. Send Gifts: Surprise friends with bottles, experiences, or treats at their favorite venues. Earn Status: The more you go out, the more recognition you get on Portl’s social leaderboard. Create & Share Moments: Post, tag, and show off where you’re headed — make your social life visible. Built for people who live for great nights out, Portl makes discovering and connecting easier than ever. Whether it’s dinner with friends, a night at the club, or the next big event — it all starts here.
Giftze
This app simplifies the gifting experience by allowing users to create and share wishlists with friends and family. It offers curated gift collections, direct shopping from wishlists, and same-day delivery options for convenience.
- Create and share smart wishlists
- Browse curated gift collections
- Shop directly from wishlists
- Customizable privacy settings
- Same-day delivery
- Concierge support for premium gifts
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Giftze is here! We’re excited to introduce the region’s smart gifting app, designed to make giving and receiving gifts effortless and meaningful. What’s inside: -Create and share smart wishlists with friends & family -Browse curated gift collections or shop directly from wishlists -Control your privacy with customizable visibility settings -Enjoy same-day delivery for last-minute surprises -Access our concierge support for premium gifts Giftze makes every gift personal, stress-free, and joyful. Start your wishlist today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Portl. at 4.8 against Giftze's 4.4. Portl. also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (97% vs 80%). Giftze's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Portl. holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 97% of Portl.'s written reviews are positive against 80% of Giftze's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Portl. | Giftze |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (12 ratings) — better | 4.4 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 97.0% of reviews — better | 80.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 127 MB | 127 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Passport HQ LLC FZ | Giftze LLC |
Customer experience
Portl.
Giftze
Bugs and requests
Portl.
Reported bugs
2 issues- Login problems after device reset
- Unreliable event availability information
Requested features
3 requests- Improved search and filtering options
- Integration with other social platforms
- Expanded coverage to more cities
Giftze
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Portl.
No in-app purchases
Giftze
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Portl. free?
Is Giftze free?
Which has better reviews, Portl. or Giftze?
Do Portl. or Giftze have ads?
Which is updated more often, Portl. or Giftze?
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