Spread vs Filtered
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spread
This app helps you navigate modern dating by providing a structured way to track potential partners. Define your compatibility criteria, log interactions, and identify patterns to make more informed decisions about your relationships.
- Define compatibility criteria (must-haves, dealbreakers)
- Track traits and calculate compatibility percentage
- Log and analyze green, beige, and red flags
- Organize dating life with notes and details
- Access curated relationship videos
- Private by design, data stays on device
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Spread – The Intentional Dating Companion Modern dating can feel chaotic. Endless swipes. Mixed signals. Potential that never quite potentials. It is easy to lose sight of what you actually want. Spread helps you date with clarity. Spread is not a dating app. It is your private dating companion. A structured, thoughtful tool that helps you reflect, notice patterns, and stay aligned with your standards. Think of it as the world’s first dating spreadsheet, journal, roster, and compatibility companion built for intentional dating. ~ Compatibility ~ Dating is not just about who someone is. It is about whether they are right for you. With Spread, you define your own: • Must haves • Dealbreakers • Nice to haves As you get to know someone, you can track which traits they meet and see a personalized compatibility percentage based on the values you entered. This is not about rating a human being. It is about understanding alignment. There is a difference between saying, “This person is an 82 out of 100,” and saying, “Based on what I said I need in a partner, this person meets 82 percent of that.” That distinction matters. ~ Connection ~ Flags contribute to your Connection score. Connection reflects how interactions build closeness over time. Connection communicates: • Emotional safety • Mutual respect • Ease • Feeling seen and understood • Trust forming through behavior Green flags represent behaviors that open the door emotionally and socially. Beige flags represent neutral information without emotional charge. Red flags represent behaviors that create friction, tension, or emotional shutdown. Connection is behavior based, not fantasy based. It is about what someone consistently does, not how intense the chemistry feels in week two. Spread moves you from asking, “Is this a good person?” to asking the better question, “Is this a good person for me?” ~ Why You’ll Love Spread ~ • Organize your dating life Log names, details, and notes to keep track of your matches, past or present. • See connection clearly View how green, beige, and red flags collectively shape the connection over time. • Stay aligned with your values Compare your defined traits with lived experience. • Learn as you date Access curated relationship videos on communication, attachment styles, and dating psychology. • Private by design Everything you log stays on your device. ~ Why Spread Exists ~ Dating today often feels like too many options and not enough clarity. Spread gives you structure in the chaos. A space to reflect, think critically, and avoid dating burnout. It is built on psychological principles like cognitive offloading and visual organization so you can see patterns your emotions might overlook. Intentional dating is not about judging someone’s worth. It is about protecting your future. Modern dating is complicated. Your decisions do not have to be. Download Spread and date with intention. App logo by Alison Marie Rose Design www.alisonmarierose.com
Filtered
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Welcome to Filtered – Find What Matters. Filtered is built for people who know what they want. Whether you're looking for deep conversations, real chemistry, or just someone who matches your energy, Filtered helps you connect on your terms. Meet Spaces — a one-of-a-kind feature you won’t find in any other dating app. Join real-time, topic-based rooms filtered by gender, language, and interests, where verified members connect through meaningful conversations. Smart Filters Tired of swiping endlessly? Set your preferences for age, gender, location, and even interests — Filtered will only show you people who fit. No more noise, just real possibilities. Effortless Conversations Start chats that matter. Our sleek interface makes it easy to talk, match, and stay engaged. Genuine Profiles We keep things authentic. Our verification tools and onboarding process help reduce fake profiles so you’re talking to real people. Zero Pressure No pressure to swipe right. No games. Just clear options to connect based on your comfort and preferences. Inclusive & Respectful Filtered is a safe space for all identities. We encourage respectful, kind interactions and give you the tools to control who can reach out. Whether you're in for casual vibes, a meaningful relationship, or something in between — Filtered lets you filter less, connect more. Download now and make your next match count. Terms of Use: https://letsgetfiltered.com/terms-and-conditions
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Spread at none against Filtered's 10. Spread also leads on ads (none vs shown). Filtered's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.1). On price, update cadence 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. Filtered sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 6 months. Spread asks for nothing beyond the download.
Spread ships an update every 4 months, Filtered every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Spread | Filtered |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.1 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 80 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Sampson Ezieme | Chinonso Eke |
In-app purchases
Spread
No in-app purchases
Filtered
- Filtered Premium 6 Months$7.996 Months
- Filtered Premium 1 Year$14.991 Year
- Pack of 1 Spotlight(s)$0.49
- Pack of 1 Spark(s)$1.49
- Pack of 5 Spotlight(s)$2.29
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- Pack of 15 Spotlight(s)$6.69
- Pack of 5 Spark(s)$6.79
- Pack of 30 Spotlight(s)$13.49
- Pack of 15 Spark(s)$20.49
- Pack of 30 Spark(s)$40.49









