# Local vs MatchMi

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Local at none against MatchMi's 1. Local also leads on ads (none vs shown). MatchMi's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MatchMi sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Local asks for nothing beyond the download.

Local ships an update every 4 weeks, MatchMi every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Local | MatchMi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchmi/id6736970619/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **6** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 41 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Rezpage Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1747689808) | [Matcha Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1736453397) |

## What reviewers say

### Local

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/localresidential/id6502988918)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### MatchMi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchmi/id6736970619)

Connect with others in Singapore who understand your journey. This app helps migrant workers find friendship, love, and community through easy-to-use features and a safe, secure environment. Discover your community and feel less alone.

**Highlights:** Profile creation, Photo verification, Interest-based matching, In-app chat, Affordable premium features, Community building

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MatchMi Group | $2.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Local free?

Local is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is MatchMi free?

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

### Do Local or MatchMi have ads?

MatchMi shows ads; Local does not.

### Which is updated more often, Local or MatchMi?

Local ships an update every 4 weeks, and MatchMi every 5 days. Most recently, Local was updated on November 4, 2026 and MatchMi on October 30, 2026.

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