# Simple vs 53Hz

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 53Hz at 100% against Simple's 56%. 53Hz also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 24). Simple's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (10 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple sells 24 one-off in-app purchases. 53Hz asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple has 10 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of Simple's written reviews are positive against 100% of 53Hz's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Simple ships an update every 3 days, 53Hz every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple | 53Hz |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple/id6714463207/reviews)** | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/53hz-soul/id6756495021/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **10** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 55.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 174 MB | 193 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Beijing Summer Love Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/983476475) | [Haoqiang Chai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1163486933) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple/id6714463207)

This app focuses on building genuine friendships without romantic pursuits or social pressure. It offers a space for authentic self-expression, interest-based connections, and private group interactions. Discover like-minded individuals in a relaxed and sincere social environment.

**Highlights:** Friendship-focused social networking, Authentic self-expression, No romantic pursuits, Interest-based communities, Private group chats, Temporary posts, Virtual location interaction

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

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 6 元礼包 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30星光 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1元礼包 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 赞赏1元 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 赞赏6元 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 端午限定礼包 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 18 元礼包 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 180星光 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 赞赏20元 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 160星光 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 守望者计划-1个月 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 赞赏50元 | $6.99 | one-time |
| 守望者计划-4个月 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 守望者计划-3个月 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 370星光 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 540星光 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 赞赏100元 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1280星光 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 1300星光 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 守望者计划-1年 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 赞赏200元 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 守望者计划-1年 | $34.99 | one-time |
| 1850星光 | $49.99 | one-time |
| 6480星光 | $99.99 | one-time |


### 53Hz

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/53hz-soul/id6756495021)

Express your current thoughts and connect with others through algorithmically matched anonymous content. Unlock identities and start conversations only after mutual interest is shown, prioritizing genuine expression over popularity metrics.

**Highlights:** Publish dynamic thoughts, Content-based matching, Receive 6 matched recommendations, Anonymous browsing, Unlock identity upon mutual interest, Private chat space

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple free?

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

### Is 53Hz free?

53Hz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Simple or 53Hz?

Simple is rated higher. Simple averages 4.6 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while 53Hz averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Simple or 53Hz have ads?

Neither Simple nor 53Hz shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple or 53Hz?

Simple ships an update every 3 days, and 53Hz every 2 days. Most recently, Simple was updated on September 25, 2026 and 53Hz on September 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*