Comparison

Essences vs GoodPeople Call

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Essences

Share personal stories and messages within curated topics based on real-life experiences. Connect with others by highlighting resonant parts of their stories, symbolizing shared life experiences.

Highlights
  • Curated topic-based sharing
  • Personal story and message submission
  • Highlighting resonant story fragments
  • Symbolic connection acknowledgment
  • Focus on real-life experiences
Features
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Essences curates topics(hives) grounded in real-life experiences, inviting users to share their personal stories and/or messages. When a story resonates with another user—echoing a fragment of their own life's essence—they can acknowledge this connection by highlighting it with a yellow hexagon. This shape, symbolically known as a building block of life, underscores the story's significance as a foundational element in their personal narrative.

About

GoodPeople Call

Features
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Ever felt lonely, lost, or stuck, wishing you had someone to talk to? That’s why GoodPeople exists. It’s more than an app—it’s your safe haven for when life feels overwhelming. Whether you're heartbroken, stressed, insecure, or just need someone to listen, GoodPeople connects you with kind strangers who genuinely care. At GoodPeople, we believe in the beauty of helping one another. People want to be there for others, especially when it matters most. This app lets you talk freely, day or night, from anywhere in the world. No judgment, no strings—just real, meaningful conversations with someone who gets it. This app offers one to many service one user can connect with another user via audio or video call then they can send friend request to each other and become friends. The best part? You’re in control. Start a conversation when you need it, and disconnect when you’re ready. Every chat is designed to be a civilized, intellectual, and emotionally supportive exchange. It’s like sitting with a friend who truly listens, even if they’re a stranger. Important Disclaimer: GoodPeople is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health crisis, please seek immediate help from a qualified healthcare provider. Always consult a doctor in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions.

Screenshots

Essences3 screens
GoodPeople Call3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GoodPeople Call at every 3 weeks against Essences's every 5 months. GoodPeople Call also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Essences ships an update every 5 months, GoodPeople Call every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Essences versus GoodPeople Call: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEssencesGoodPeople Call
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB92 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperCaridad RiveraEMO MATRIX SERVICES(OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Essences

No in-app purchases

None

GoodPeople Call

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Essences free?
Essences is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GoodPeople Call free?
GoodPeople Call is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Essences or GoodPeople Call have ads?
Neither Essences nor GoodPeople Call shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Essences or GoodPeople Call?
Essences ships an update every 5 months, and GoodPeople Call every 3 weeks. Most recently, Essences was updated on October 30, 2026 and GoodPeople Call on November 8, 2026.

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