Comparison

Myrtle vs Goldn Hour

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

Head to head
About

Myrtle

Capture and share photos and videos instantly with friends and family. This app focuses on meaningful connections and collaborative memory-making, moving away from likes and comments. Easily share moments via QR codes and build communities around shared experiences.

Highlights
  • Streamline photos & videos in the moment
  • Share memories instantly with chosen people
  • Join communities and share experiences
  • Collaborate on shared albums
  • Share via QR code
  • Unlimited access to memories
Features
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Nostalgia meets innovation in the palm of your hand. Myrtle combines the timeless excitement of capturing photos in the moment with modern flair, providing a unique platform for sharing memories among close circles. Our mission is to revolutionize storytelling, making the time spent together interactive and appreciated. Myrtle aims to bridge the gap between connectivity and creativity. Experience the thrill of sharing memories through QR codes and download Myrtle today to start sharing your world in a snap. - Streamline photos & videos in the moment - Share your memories whenever you want to exactly whoever you want - Join like-minded communities and share experiences - Collaborate on albums directly with the people who made them - Do it for the memories and the moments, not the likes and comments - Easy, unlimited access to your most cherished memories at your fingertips - All of your biggest accomplishments and adventures in one place or multiple albums, easily shareable via QR code - Live in the moment while also staying connected with the ones you love

About

Goldn Hour

This app simplifies social planning by automatically matching friend schedules to find optimal times for meetups. It allows for instant event creation, real-time tracking of attendees, and shared photo albums to capture and relive memories.

Highlights
  • Smart schedule matching for meetups
  • Instant event creation
  • Real-time event tracking and RSVPs
  • Shared digital timeline for memories
  • Calendar syncing (Google, Apple, Outlook)
  • Personalized event profiles
Features
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Say goodbye to the chaos of group chats and scheduling conflicts! No more back-and-forth or checking availability—just tap, plan, and enjoy. Goldn Hour helps you schedule and capture every moment, big or small, on a digital timeline, storing your most memorable in shared albums. Smart Matching, Perfect Timing Sync Up and Meet Up—Invite and add your friends to contacts, and Goldn Hour will match your schedules to find the perfect time. Send invites with just one tap, and you’re all set—no more missing out on the good times! Instant Event Creation—Throwing together a last-minute meetup? Goldn Hour smart-matches everyone who’s free so you can lock in plans fast. Just pick the vibe, tap to invite, and get ready to enjoy the moment. Real-Time Event Tracking Stay in the Loop—Keep track of all your events and invites in one spot. Goldn Hour syncs with Google, Apple, or Outlook calendars, so you're never double-booked. Plus, check in real-time to see who's coming, who's on the fence, and who’s out. Discover New Invites—See what’s happening with your friends and mutuals. Get invites, discover new events, and never miss out on memories waiting to be made. Capture Your Best Memories Save the Best Moments—Whether it’s a campus-wide party or a study date in PJs, save the moment by updating your timeline. Tag your friends, let them like and comment, and relive the highlights together in the “Memories” section. Share the Fun—Share the love by tagging friends and showing off the moments that made the event unforgettable. Personalize Your Event Your Event, Your Style—Curate your own event profile! Add a bio, profile pic, and links to your socials. Share the moments that define you. Goldn Hour is the easiest, smartest way to connect, plan, and make memories with your friends. Download now, and let the good times begin!

Screenshots

Myrtle4 screens
Goldn Hour4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Goldn Hour at weekly against Myrtle's monthly. Goldn Hour also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). Myrtle's advantage is ratings volume (11 vs 2). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Myrtle against 5.0 for Goldn Hour. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Myrtle has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Myrtle ships an update monthly, Goldn Hour weekly. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Myrtle versus Goldn Hour: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyrtleGoldn Hour
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better2
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB61 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMyrtle App IncShuyi Zhang

Customer experience

Myrtle

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Goldn Hour

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Myrtle

No in-app purchases

None

Goldn Hour

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Myrtle free?
Myrtle is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Goldn Hour free?
Goldn Hour is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Myrtle or Goldn Hour?
Myrtle and Goldn Hour are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 11 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Myrtle or Goldn Hour have ads?
Neither Myrtle nor Goldn Hour shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Myrtle or Goldn Hour?
Myrtle ships an update monthly, and Goldn Hour weekly. Most recently, Myrtle was updated on November 4, 2026 and Goldn Hour on November 4, 2026.

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