Comparison

Strangers vs HotSpot

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

Head to head
About

Strangers

Features
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Welcome to STRANGERS – where every day brings a new adventure in meeting fascinating people! Discover the excitement of connecting with diverse strangers, spark conversations effortlessly, and dive into exhilarating exchanges like never before! Here’s what makes STRANGERS the must-have platform: 1) Share and Match: Share your emotions and dive into the excitement of matching with intriguing strangers from around the globe! 2) Engage in Conversations: Once matched, keep the momentum going by sharing more motions and engaging in captivating conversations. But remember, you've got a limited 24-hour window to connect! 3) Choose Your Identity: Whether you prefer to remain incognito or reveal your true self, STRANGERS empowers you to customize your identity as you please. Embrace total anonymity or play it real – the choice is yours! 4) Absolutely Free: Experience the thrill of connecting with strangers without spending a dime! STRANGERS is committed to providing you with this incredible opportunity at no cost. 5) Safety First: Your safety is our top priority. With robust features and tools meticulously designed to safeguard your experience, you can explore STRANGERS with confidence. Join the conversation today and unlock endless possibilities! Download STRANGERS now and embark on a journey filled with discovery, connection, and excitement! Got questions or feedback? Reach out to us on Twitter/X (@getstrangers) – we'd love to hear from you!

About

HotSpot

Discover bustling venues in real-time with live crowd counts. Check in to unlock exclusive deals that increase with more people present. Connect with friends and find new favorite spots for your night out.

Highlights
  • Real-time crowd counts
  • Live map and feed
  • Check-in discounts
  • Reward redemption
  • Friend location sharing
  • Venue discovery
Features
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HotSpot shows you where the night is happening, right now. See live crowd counts at places you love around you, so you always know what's happening and who's there. Check in when you arrive to join the crowd and unlock deals that get better as more people show up. Browse venues, live crowd counts, photos, and events the moment you open the app. Sign up when you want to check in, earn perks, or find your friends. WHAT YOU CAN DO - See real-time crowd counts at nearby venues on a live map and feed - Check in at a venue to unlock discounts that grow with the crowd - Redeem rewards right at the register, no printouts or codes to fumble - See which friends are out and where, when they choose to share - Discover new spots nearby and follow the ones you love FOR BUSINESSES Own a venue? Claim your listing to post events, set up loyalty tiers, and turn a busy night into a fuller one. Track live foot traffic, run crowd-based offers, and redeem rewards from a simple cashier view. PRIVACY YOU CONTROL Your profile and check-ins are private by default. You choose whether to share your check-ins with friends, and you can report or block anyone at any time. Location is only used to find nearby venues and confirm your check-ins. HotSpot is built for going out. Find your crowd, bring your friends, and never miss another fun night.

Screenshots

Strangers4 screens
HotSpot3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Strangers at 13.4 against HotSpot's 26.2. 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Strangers versus HotSpot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrangersHotSpot
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Every 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.4 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB11 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperFerdinand DoremusSUNNY SOMEWHERE INC.

In-app purchases

None

Strangers

No in-app purchases

None

HotSpot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strangers free?
Strangers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HotSpot free?
HotSpot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Strangers or HotSpot have ads?
Neither Strangers nor HotSpot shows ads.

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