SPAW vs ANEAR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
SPAW
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Discover the real scene before you even step inside! Spaw brings you authentic, unfiltered glimpses of bars, clubs, and cafΓ©s through the eyes of people just like you. What makes Spaw unique: - Watch quick vertical videos showing the actual vibe and crowd at venues near you - Get the complete picture: menus, location, entertainment, and real visitor content all in one place - Share your own moments when you're out, building your collection of favorite spots - Connect with people who party at the same places and become part of the local scene - Swipe through venues as easily as you scroll through your favorite social feeds - Find hidden gems in your city or plan your next trip by exploring other locations Perfect for: Finding the right spot for tonight - Checking if a place matches your vibe before going - Discovering local hotspots while traveling - Meeting people who share your taste in venues - Building your own curated collection of go-to places - Sharing your experiences and connecting with the community How it works: 1. Open the app to see venues around you 2. Swipe through real people's videos to get the authentic feel 3. Check out essential info like menus, events, and location 4. When you're there, share your own video to help others discover the spot 5. Connect with people you've partied with and build your local network Join thousands of young people who are already using Spaw to find their perfect spot and share their best moments!
ANEAR
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Do you know which of your friends are in the city right now? ANEAR helps you stay connected with the people who actually matter to you. Get notified when your friends are nearby β without anyone sharing their exact location. Friends & Travel - Get notified when friends come to your city - Add travel plans and see where your paths cross - Private groups for friend circles, alumni, or communities Privacy - No exact location - No permanent tracking - Your data stays protected Events - Discover events in your city - See which of your friends are going No feeds. No likes. No algorithm. Just real meetups. Contact β info@anear.app Terms β anear.app/terms Privacy β anear.app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ANEAR at fortnightly against SPAW's every 5 weeks. SPAW's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SPAW ships an update every 5 weeks, ANEAR fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SPAW | ANEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Fortnightly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 15.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 142 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | yannis Kuhn | Maic Mattis |
In-app purchases
SPAW
No in-app purchases
ANEAR
No in-app purchases





