Moyyo vs Abol
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Moyyo
This app connects individuals within the African diaspora globally, facilitating meaningful relationships based on shared cultural values and preferences. It offers AI-powered matching, verified profiles, and multi-language support to help users find love that resonates with their heritage.
- AI-powered matching
- Verified profiles
- Global reach
- Cultural compatibility filters
- Multi-language support
- Encrypted messaging
- In-app events
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Moyyo is the #1 dating app for the African diaspora worldwide. Whether you’re from Ethiopia, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, or part of the global African or Afro-Caribbean community, Moyyo helps you find love that aligns with your culture, values, and goals. Why Moyyo? • AI-Powered Matching: Smart, real-time partner recommendations based on personality, preferences, and cultural values. • Verified Profiles Only: Every user is verified to ensure safety and authenticity. • Global Reach: From New York to Lagos, Addis Ababa to London—connect with Africans around the world. • Cultural Compatibility: Match by tribe, language, religion, traditions, and more. • Multi-Language Support: Available in Amharic, Swahili, Yoruba, Hausa, French, Arabic, English, and more. • Modern & Secure: Encrypted messaging, incognito browsing, and photo privacy options. • In-App Events & Meetups: Meet local diaspora singles at curated cultural events. • Subscription Features: Go premium for unlimited swipes, incognito mode, priority support, and exclusive matches. • 24/7 Customer Support: We’re here for you anytime.
Abol
A dating and community platform for the Ethiopian and Eritrean diaspora. It uses unique cultural experiences inspired by the coffee ceremony to foster meaningful connections and shared traditions. Find matches that understand your background with deep Habesha filtering and culturally relevant prompts.
- Virtual coffee ceremony inspired interactions
- Bereka and Abol messaging features
- Deep Habesha cultural filtering
- Language, religion, and education filters
- Culturally tailored profile prompts
- Focus on serious relationships and cultural connection
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Welcome to Abol—the premier dating platform built exclusively for the Ethiopian, Eritrean, and broader Habesha diaspora. Abol isn’t just a dating app; it's a digital extension of our rich cultural heritage designed to help you find your perfect match. In our culture, the coffee ceremony is the ultimate expression of community. Abol honors this tradition by replacing generic dating with deeply meaningful cultural experiences: • Abol, Tona, & Bereka: Inspired by the three sacred stages of the Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Send a "Bereka" (Blessing) or "Abol" (First Pour) to stand out and spark meaningful conversations. • Deep Habesha Filtering: Find matches who truly understand your background. Filter your Discovery feed by specific Ethnic Subgroups (Ethiopian, Eritrean, or both) and Religious traditions to find someone who aligns with your core values. • Cultural Prompts: Break the ice with profile prompts tailored to our diaspora experience, food, and family values. Whether you are looking for a serious relationship or someone who truly understands what it means to be Habesha, Abol is where culture and love meet. Swipe with purpose, connect over tradition, and find your perfect match. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.abolapp.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Moyyo at 5.0 against Abol's 4.4. Moyyo also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). Abol's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. Moyyo sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Abol sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Moyyo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 5 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Moyyo ships an update every 2 months, Abol fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Moyyo | Abol |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | 4.4 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 108 MB | 47 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Fonkka | ANDUALEM DERBE TESHOME |
Customer experience
Moyyo
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In-app purchases
Moyyo
- Free Bundle 3$0.99
- Special Bundle 3$0.99
- Paid Bundle 2$0.99
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- Free Bundle 1$0.99
- Paid Bundle 5$0.99
- Paid Bundle 4$0.99
- Special Bundle 1$0.99
- Free Bundle 2$0.99
- Special Bundle 4$0.99
- Paid Bundle 3$0.99
Abol
- Abol Premium$9.991 Month
- Abol Premium$19.993 Months
- Abol Premium$34.996 Months
- Abol - 5 Hearts$3.99
- Tona - 12 Hearts$6.99
- Bereka - 45 Hearts$14.99







