Frith vs HNDLS
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.
HNDLS
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Meet someone. Snap a photo. Get connected. Handles is the fastest way to turn real-life moments into real connections. No more "what's your Instagram?" or fumbling to spell out usernames at a party, event, or meetup. Just point your camera at a fellow Handles member, and instantly get their Instagram and Facebook links — shared by them, for exactly this purpose. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create your profile with a selfie 2. Add your Instagram and Facebook links 3. When you meet another Handles member, snap a photo — their linked profiles appear instantly 4. Follow, connect, and stay in touch That's it. No usernames to remember. No typos. No lost connections. BUILT ON CONSENT Handles only works between members. Every person on Handles has chosen to share their social links this way — you can only find people who signed up, uploaded their own selfie, and added their profiles. Not a member? You can't be found. Delete your account anytime, and your data goes with it. WHY PEOPLE LOVE HANDLES • Never lose a connection again — That person you hit it off with at the concert, the conference, the cookout? Find their socials before you even say goodbye. • Perfect for events — Networking mixers, festivals, weddings, meetups. Connect with everyone you meet without breaking the conversation. • Your profile, your control — Update or remove your social links anytime. Your account, your rules. • Instant and effortless — One photo. That's the whole process. Faster than typing, spelling, or searching. PERFECT FOR • Networking events and conferences • Parties, festivals, and concerts • College campuses and student orgs • Weddings and family gatherings • Anywhere you meet new people PRIVACY FIRST Your facial data is encrypted, never sold, and permanently deleted within 30 days if you close your account. We built Handles so you control what's shared and who can find you. Read our full privacy policy at [gethandles.app/privacy-policy]. Handles is free to download and use. Must be 18 or older. Stop losing connections. Start collecting them. Download Handles and never let a great connection slip away again.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HNDLS at every 3 days against Frith's every 2 weeks. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Frith ships an update every 2 weeks, HNDLS every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Frith | HNDLS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 102 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Fonberg Technologies, LLC | Jalea Labs LLC |
In-app purchases
Frith
No in-app purchases
HNDLS
No in-app purchases









