# nectar vs Candle

The clearest difference is rating: Candle at 4.8 against nectar's 4.0. Candle also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (68% vs 43%). nectar's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. nectar sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Candle sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Candle holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Candle has 12K ratings behind it against 126, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of nectar's written reviews are positive against 68% of Candle's.

nectar ships an update every 3 weeks, Candle fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | nectar | Candle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (126 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nectar-dating-and-compatibility/id6476018063/reviews) | **[4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-couples-and-relationship/id6743355635/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 126 | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | 42.8% of reviews | **67.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#168** |
| Size | 108 MB | 127 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Jubilee Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725584077) | [Encore AI Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1802415524) |

## What reviewers say

### nectar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nectar-dating-and-compatibility/id6476018063)

This app helps you find meaningful connections by understanding your dating style and relationship goals. It uses quizzes to match you with compatible individuals and provides detailed compatibility reports for each match. Designed for those seeking more than superficial interactions, it aims to save you time and lead to genuine relationships.

**Highlights:** Relationship readiness quiz, Loveprint dating style quiz, 16 unique loveprint styles, Compatibility reports, Match score and red flags, Let's meet button for offline dates, Username search for offline matches

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| nectar all in | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| nectar all in | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| nectar unlocked 1 month | $9.99 | per month |
| nectar all in | $14.99 | per month |
| nectar all in 1 month | $19.99 | per month |
| nectar all in | $29.99 | per month |
| nectar all in 3 month | $53.99 | per 3 months |
| nectar all in | $89.99 | per year |
| nectar all in 6 month | $89.99 | per 6 months |
| nectar all in | $99.99 | per year |
| nectar all in | $119.99 | per year |
| 1 super like | $2.99 | one-time |
| 1 boost | $3.99 | one-time |
| 3 boosts | $9.99 | one-time |
| 5 super likes | $9.99 | one-time |
| 5 boosts | $14.99 | one-time |
| 15 super likes | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Interesting concept
- 👍 Helpful for self-reflection
- 💡 Ability to connect with friends
- 🤝 Promotes relationship understanding

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🔧 Inconsistent and unreliable results
- 🤔 Misleading or inaccurate compatibility scores
- 📵 Limited functionality after initial quizzes

**Reported bugs**

- Login and verification issues
- Quizzes freezing or not saving progress
- Compatibility results not matching actual responses
- Account resets and lost progress

**Requested features**

- More frequent updates and new quizzes
- Improved question quality and specificity
- Differentiation between romantic and platonic relationships
- Ability to connect with new people beyond existing contacts


### Candle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candle-couples-and-relationship/id6743355635)

**Currently charting:** #168 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #172 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

This app helps couples deepen their connection through quick daily rituals. Engage with meaningful questions, share private photos, play games, and discover local date ideas to foster presence and curiosity in your relationship.

**Highlights:** Daily conversation starters, Private photo sharing, Syncing thumb kisses, Local date ideas, Relationship games and challenges, Daily check-in streaks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Candle Pro - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| Bag of Sparks (80) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Word Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Streak Reignite | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Sparks (500) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Perfect app for long distance couples
- 👍 Unexpectedly great for reconnecting
- 👍 Low-commitment, high-impact way to encourage connection
- 👍 Doesn't require subscription for full use
- 👍 Fun games and prompts

**Requested features**

- Different decks or categories for prompts to mix things up


## Frequently asked questions

### Is nectar free?

nectar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Candle free?

Candle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, nectar or Candle?

Candle is rated higher. nectar averages 4.0 out of 5 from 126 ratings, while Candle averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.

### Do nectar or Candle have ads?

nectar shows ads; Candle does not.

### Which is updated more often, nectar or Candle?

nectar ships an update every 3 weeks, and Candle fortnightly. Most recently, nectar was updated on October 25, 2026 and Candle on October 27, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*