Comparison

Karmalist vs FriendsOnly

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

Head to head
About

Karmalist

This app turns your contact list into a social community for personal growth. Share and receive honest feedback on personal traits to understand your social standing and foster authentic connections.

Highlights
  • Karma ratings on personal traits
  • Insights into social standing
  • Genuine feedback from friends
  • Personal development tracking
  • Authentic connection building
Features
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Karmalist transforms your contact list into a lively social community, where feedback and personal growth go hand in hand. It's not just about who you know, but how you're known. Discover what friends really think about you, or let them know your true thoughts with Karmalist's unique Karma system. Key Features: Karma Ratings: Offer and receive honest ratings on traits like reliability, empathy, and more. Deep Insights: Understand your social standing and discover areas for personal development. Engaged Community: Connect with friends for genuine feedback, fostering growth and trust. Embark on a journey of self-discovery and authentic connection with Karmalist. It's not just about making connections; it's about enriching them.

About

FriendsOnly

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Find real friends. Nothing more. FriendsOnly is a friendship-only app—clear, warm, and low pressure. Meet people nearby who share your interests and values. No dating mechanics. No mixed signals. Just genuine connection. WHY FRIENDSONLY? Making friends isn't always easy. New cities. Busy lives. Changing circles. FriendsOnly is built for simple, platonic connection—clear intentions, zero romantic pressure. Just be yourself. FRIENDSHIP BY DESIGN • No swipes. No guessing games. No mixed signals. • Share what you enjoy, when you're free, and the kind of connection you're looking for. • We introduce you to people nearby who are open to the same thing—friendship. KEY FEATURES Find Friends Nearby See who's around you and discover people close to your area. Search Your Way Filter by interests, lifestyle, language, and more—no random matches. Meet for What You Enjoy Coffee, walks, workouts, conversations—choose what feels right. Interest-Based Discovery Find people who enjoy the same things you do. Gentle Filters Languages, availability, distance—use what helps, skip what doesn't. Compatibility Hints Friendly "Some/Good/High fit" labels—never rules. Respectful Chat Talk when it feels right. You set the pace. Safety Tools Report, block, and privacy controls—always at hand. WHO IS THIS FOR? • New in town and exploring your city • Busy schedule—prefer lowkey, easy plans • Expats and language exchange seekers • Parents looking for kid-free hangouts (or parent friends!) • Anyone tired of mixed signals and dating pressure SAFETY BY DESIGN • Friendship-only policy—no romantic mechanics or suggestive copy • Phone verification helps reduce spam and duplicate accounts • Report or block anyone, any time—your comfort comes first • Optional signals (MBTI/astrology) you can show or hide; never used as hard gates FriendsOnly Plus (optional) Deeper filters and more daily suggestions for those who want extra support. Ready for a friendly hello? Join a community that values warmth, respect, and real connection—without the pressure. Terms of Use: https://friendsonly.club/en/terms/

Screenshots

Karmalist4 screens
FriendsOnly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Karmalist at 5.0 against FriendsOnly's 3.0. Karmalist also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (11 vs 2). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FriendsOnly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Karmalist asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Karmalist holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Karmalist has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Karmalist versus FriendsOnly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKarmalistFriendsOnly
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better2
Update frequency—Every 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB71 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperWoodenshark LLCKamen Kanev

In-app purchases

None

Karmalist

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

FriendsOnly

Subscriptions2
  • FriendsOnly Plus Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • FriendsOnly Plus Annual14 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Karmalist free?
Karmalist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FriendsOnly free?
FriendsOnly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Karmalist or FriendsOnly?
Karmalist is rated higher. Karmalist averages 5.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while FriendsOnly averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Karmalist or FriendsOnly have ads?
Neither Karmalist nor FriendsOnly shows ads.

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