Face First vs Setup. Long
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Face First
Connect with compatible singles through live video speed dating. Start with audio, then transition to a three-minute video call if both users agree. Exchange contact information to continue the conversation after a successful match.
- Live video speed dating
- Audio-first conversations
- Conversation prompts
- Three-minute video calls
- Contact exchange
- Local matching
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Face First is a platform for local video speed dating. We’ll match you with your most compatible partner, provide a conversation prompt to break the ice, and set you up on a three-minute video call. Afterward, you’ll have the option to exchange contact information and keep the connection going. Find your person and enjoy the process. Privacy Policy: https://tango.dating/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Setup. Long
This dating app focuses on fostering long-term relationships with a completely free experience. It offers creative profile customization, suggestions for local date spots, and AI-powered profile feedback. Users can also fine-tune their preferences and attach comments to likes.
- Creative photo customization
- Local date spot suggestions
- AI-powered profile feedback
- Detailed dating preference filters
- Comment-attached likes
- High-resolution HDR photo uploads
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Tired of dating apps trying to sell love? We were too. Setup is a totally free dating app for people seeking a long-term relationship. No fees, no subscriptions, no rose-jail. Join us. Say hi to me on Instagram @setupdatingapp Here are some reasons to try Setup: - GET CREATIVE: Customize the colors behind your photos to show off your creativity. - DATE IRL: Discover romantic restaurants, scenic parks, and more near your match. - CHATS THAT FLOW: Keep sending likes even after matching to keep the conversation going. - POLISH YOUR PROFILE: Get personalized feedback on your profile from ChatGPT. - FIND YOUR TYPE: Dial in your dating preferences from height to religion to family plans. - STOP SWIPING, START TYPING: You can always attach a comment when you send someone a like. - LOOK YOUR BEST: Upload stunning, high-resolution HDR photos. Made with love by Jonathan Valldejuli Terms of Service: https://setupdating.com/#termsofservice Privacy Policy: https://setupdating.com/#privacypolicy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Setup. Long at none against Face First's 3. Setup. Long also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). Face First's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, 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. Face First sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Setup. Long asks for nothing beyond the download.
Face First holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 16 respectively.
Face First ships an update every 2 weeks, Setup. Long every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Face First | Setup. Long |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better | 4.7 (16 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 16 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | fourohseven, LLC | Needle LLC |
Customer experience
Face First
Setup. Long
In-app purchases
Face First
- One Month Subscription$4.991 Month
- 1 Session$2.99
- 5 Sessions$9.99
Setup. Long
No in-app purchases
