# Friendbase vs Cupwire

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cupwire at none against Friendbase's 10. Cupwire also leads on ads (none vs shown). Friendbase's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Friendbase sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Cupwire asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Friendbase | Cupwire |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.9 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/friendbase-virtual-world/id658389442/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **11** | — |
| Positive reviews | 26.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 303 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Friendbase AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/658389445) | [Matthew Sneller](https://appshunter.io/developer/1570981570) |

## What reviewers say

### Friendbase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/friendbase-virtual-world/id658389442)

Create a unique 2D avatar and explore a vibrant virtual world. Customize your character with countless outfits and accessories, decorate your personal space, and connect with friends globally in diverse chat rooms and themed events.

**Highlights:** 2D avatar creation and customization, Extensive wardrobe and accessories, Virtual chat rooms and social hubs, Room and location customization, Pet companions, Host and attend virtual events

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tiny Gems Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5 Extra Lives | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Gems Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gems Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Gems Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Great Gems Bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| 19000 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Gems Bundle | $39.99 | one-time |
| 50000 Gems | $39.99 | one-time |


### Cupwire

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cupwire/id6763203929)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Friendbase free?

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

### Is Cupwire free?

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

### Do Friendbase or Cupwire have ads?

Friendbase shows ads; Cupwire does not.

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