Handshake 2.0 vs U
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Handshake 2.0
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The official app for International Charter Expo (ICE'25) gives you seamless access to Chat, B2B Marketplace, Social feed, Swipe, and Companies functionality to keep you connected and engaged throughout the event.
U
This app connects air and sea crew for professional networking and job opportunities. Users can build profiles, find nearby crewmates for meetups, and earn redeemable points for community engagement. Recruiters can post jobs for free to a global network.
- Professional networking for air & sea crew
- Job application and discovery
- Find and arrange meetups with crewmates
- Earn points redeemable for real money
- Digital profile showcasing skills and experience
- Dedicated industry community feed
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Join the social professional network built exclusively for Air & Sea crew. U-Crew helps you land the best roles, find and arrange meet-ups with crewmates in any port or location and earn points just for being part of the community, that you can convert into real money you can spend globally. Join for the Jobs. Stay for the Crew. U-Crew is the modern alternative to old-school recruitment agencies. We put the human first, helping you showcase your skills, personality, and reputation to the people who matter. BUILD YOUR PROFESSIONAL NETWORK: • Apply Instantly : Create a digital profile that highlights your sea time, flight hours, and distinctive characteristics that set you apart. Apply for jobs with just a few taps, no more paperwork. • Stay Connected: Use our real-time map to see which crewmates are nearby. Organise meetups, find a gym buddy, or get advice on the best local spots. • Real Industry Community: A dedicated feed for crew only. Share tips, ask for advice, and network with professionals who understand your lifestyle. EARN WHILE YOU CONNECT: • Earn points for checking in and growing the crew. • Spendable Rewards: Redeem your points for a Virtual Visa Card to spend on coffee, drinks, or whatever you need. FOR RECRUITERS & CAPTAINS: • Hire Humans, Not Paper: See the person behind the CV. • Post Jobs for Free: Reach a global network of qualified Deckhands, Stews, Pilots, and Engineers in seconds. Who is U-Crew for? Superyacht Crew (Deckhands, Stewards, Chefs, Captains), Crew on Cruiseships and Private Aviation (Pilots, Flight Attendants) and anyone living the air and sea crew lifestyle. Download U-Crew today. Connect with a community that gets you, build your reputation and find your next role. Build your reputation, find your next role, and connect with your people. -=--=--=--=--=- Terms of Service https://u-crew.co.uk/app/tos Privacy Policy https://u-crew.co.uk/app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Handshake 2.0 at none against U's 2. Handshake 2.0 also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). U's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support 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. U sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Handshake 2.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Handshake 2.0 ships an update every 2 months, U weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and July 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Handshake 2.0 | U |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 119 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Jadranski skiperi d.o.o. | U-Crew |
In-app purchases
Handshake 2.0
No in-app purchases
U
- U-Crew Premium (Monthly)$2.991 Month
- U-Crew Premium (Annual)$49.991 Year
