Frith vs Cerca Dating
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Frith
Discover people in your social universe through your existing connections. This app maps your social network, allowing you to find individuals based on shared interests and mutual acquaintances. It offers a unique way to connect without strangers or algorithms.
- Connection-based discovery
- Grid-based social map
- AI-powered search
- Customizable profiles
- Request and messaging system
- Block and report functionality
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Frith [frith]: An Old English word symbolizing peace, protection, and mutual care within a community. We’re all looking for our Frith—someone to love, to date, friends to hang with, people to help you land that dream job. Maybe you just moved to a new city and need a roommate. The cool thing about being human is that, somehow, we really are all connected—through activities, interests, music… but mostly through people. Frith taps into that magic by helping you discover people in your orbit through your own connections: friends, family, acquaintances, coworkers—everyone you know. Discover the world in your orbit—one connection at a time. Frith isn’t a dating app. It’s not a friend-finder either. It’s something bigger. A grid-based map of your social universe—made up of your actual connections and the people they're connected to. Everyone you see is linked to you in some way. The more people you connect with, the larger your orbit becomes. And from there? The possibilities are endless. No swiping. No strangers. No algorithms deciding who you are. Frith only shows you real people connected to your world—whether that’s someone in your contacts, someone who requested to connect, or someone linked to someone you’ve already connected with. All visible on a simple grid, sorted by who’s closest to you. Request, connect, and expand your orbit Send connection requests to people you see. If they accept, you’ll both unlock messaging—and your orbit instantly expands to include everyone they’re connected to. Customize your profile Upload 4–6 photos and tell your story. Add your bio, activities, status, interests, sexuality, religion, ethnicity, pronouns, gender, hometown, and more. No intentions, only yours. Use your orbit, your way. Whether you're looking for a date, a roommate, a new friend, or just someone who understands you, Frith lets you decide how to connect—without forcing you into a label. Messages and requests, all in one place Inbox includes two tabs: • Requests – where you can accept or decline connection requests • Messages – where you can talk to your existing connections Block and report anytime You’re always in control. You can block or report anyone from your orbit instantly—and just as easily unblock if you ever change your mind. Frith is free Frith is completely free to use. No subscriptions, no paywalls—just an ever-growing web of people around you. Premium features will come in the future. Why Frith? Frith isn’t about collecting strangers or swiping for hours. It’s about finding the people already woven into the fabric of your world. No labels. No assumptions. Just connection—real, wild, unexpected connection. Whether you're searching for love, friends, collaborators, or someone to crash with in your next city, Frith is your guide. Frith is as wild as the universe. It might sound confusing at first, but that’s the magic—it mirrors life. A mystical, magical journey through your ever-expanding world. Find your Frith today.
Cerca Dating
This app focuses on connecting you with people you already have mutual friends with, prioritizing safety and genuine connections. It allows for anonymous liking and discreet profile visibility, aiming to foster meaningful relationships within your social circle.
- Connect through mutual friends
- Anonymous liking
- Discreet profile visibility
- Matchmaking for friends
- Limited daily profiles
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Cerca is the dating app that matches you with friends of friends – live in New York, LA, and cities across the US, UK, and Canada. Find us in the New York Times, Business Insider, and TechCrunch. How It Works: 1. Every profile shows your mutual friends in common 2. Anonymously like anyone - they wont know it was you unless you match 3. Discreetly appear in their feed 4. Search and like your crush 5. Matchmake for your single friends How is Cerca different? Anonymity: Likes on Cerca are anonymous, eliminating the fear of rejection. Matches are only revealed when it's mutual, creating a sense of curiosity and excitement without the pressure. Enhanced Safety: Cerca uses mutual connections to provide an additional layer of trust and accountability. Feel confident knowing that your matches are within your extended social network. Cerca naturally discourages inappropriate behavior, promoting respect and thoughtful interactions. Quality Over Quantity: Cerca intentionally limits daily profiles to prioritize genuine connections over endless swipes. Every like has meaning, emphasizing intimacy and authenticity. In today’s world, meaningful relationships often form closer to home. Cerca taps into this reality, helping you safely explore potential romances that may already exist in your circle. Welcome to dating reimagined. Welcome to Cerca. This app uses Apple's standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cerca Dating at 55% against Frith's 0%. Cerca Dating also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (5.9K vs 3). Frith's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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. Cerca Dating sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Frith asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cerca Dating holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cerca Dating has 5.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Frith's written reviews are positive against 55% of Cerca Dating's.
Frith ships an update every 2 weeks, Cerca Dating fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Frith | Cerca Dating |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) | 4.5 (5.9K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 54.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 5.9K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | #160 — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 102 MB | 118 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Fonberg Technologies, LLC | Cerca Applications, Inc. |
Customer experience
Frith
Cerca Dating
Bugs and requests
Frith
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Cerca Dating
Reported bugs
2 issues- Waitlist issues for users with limited contacts
- Inconsistent app performance
Requested features
3 requests- Expand mutual connections to social media
- Reduce waitlist requirements
- Add more clarity on app features
In-app purchases
Frith
No in-app purchases
Cerca Dating
- Cerca App$9.991 Month
- Cerca App 3 month3 Months trial$9.993 Months
- 3 Swipes$0.99
- 5 swipes$1.99
- 3 Searches$1.99
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- 5Searches$2.99
- 10 Swipes$2.99
- 10 Searches$3.99









