Candle vs Maincourse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Candle
This app helps couples deepen their connection through quick daily rituals. Engage with meaningful questions, share private photos, play games, and discover local date ideas to foster presence and curiosity in your relationship.
- Daily conversation starters
- Private photo sharing
- Syncing thumb kisses
- Local date ideas
- Relationship games and challenges
- Daily check-in streaks
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Candle – The Ultimate Couples Game for Staying Close Most relationships don’t end in one moment, they drift apart over time. Missed check-ins, surface-level conversations, busy lives, and routines replace real connection. Candle helps couples stay emotionally close through 1-minute daily rituals that bring back presence, play, and curiosity. Effortless Connection, Lasting Impact Whether you're long distance, busy, or just want to reconnect more deeply, Candle fits into your life. One minute a day is all it takes to strengthen your relationship. Conversation Starters That Matter - Swipe through meaningful, expert-designed questions - Unlock your partner’s answers to reflect, laugh, and grow together Daily Photo Prompts - Share real-time snapshots like BeReal, just for the two of you - Capture authentic moments and build a private photo journal - Create a visual history of your relationship over time- From lighthearted to deep, always have something to talk about Thumb Kisses - Tap your thumbs in sync to feel a gentle vibration - A playful way to say “I’m here,” even from miles away - Perfect for long-distance couples Curated Local Date Ideas (Beta) - 60+ unique ideas tailored to your location that refresh every week - Swipe to match on something new to try - Updated weekly with real-world, spontaneous experiences Games and Challenges - Play “Who’s More Likely,” fast-paced Q&As, and more - Discover new sides of each other in a low-pressure, fun format - Designed to spark joy and emotional connection Keep Your Streak, Keep Your Spark - Track daily check-ins and build a shared rhythm - Celebrate milestones and keep your momentum alive - Form long-term habits through small, consistent moments Perfect for Every Couple - Long-distance or living together - Just started dating or years in - Busy schedules or just needing more intentional time Private, Secure, and Ad-Free - No ads, no noise. Just time for each other - Encrypted and built privacy-first - Your memories stay between the two of you Why Couples Love Candle - Just one minute a day for real emotional impact - Based on relationship science and expert insights - Flexible for all stages of love and connection Download Candle today and bring back the spark, one question, one photo, one moment at a time. Visit: https://www.trycandle.app Privacy Policy: https://www.trycandle.app/privacy Terms: https://www.trycandle.app/terms Follow us: Instagram: @trycandle.app TikTok: @trycandle.app Reddit: r/candleapp Made with love in San Francisco. Shoutout to Fluent Emoji for the base icons!
Maincourse
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Dating can feel confusing. Maincourse makes it simple. Learn one useful idea each day with short lessons and quick quizzes. Follow a clear 72-day path from the first hello to a healthier relationship. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN • How to start a conversation • How to read interest without overthinking • What to say when the moment feels awkward • How to handle rejection with confidence • How to set and respect boundaries • How to communicate clearly on dates • How to spot unhealthy patterns • How to build better relationships BUILT TO BE EASY • 10-minute daily lessons • Simple, visual explanations • Short quizzes that help ideas stick • A clear path that unlocks as you progress • Progress stored privately on your phone ACCESS Maincourse requires paid access. Choose a weekly subscription or make a one-time lifetime purchase. Weekly access automatically renews unless cancelled through your Apple ID subscription settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.maincourse.fun/privacy Support: https://www.maincourse.fun/support Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: Candle at #154 against Maincourse's unranked. 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. Candle sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Maincourse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Candle | Maincourse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (11K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 67.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #154 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 126 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Encore AI Labs, Inc. | Kanishk Tiwari |
Bugs and requests
Candle
Requested features
1 request- Different decks or categories for prompts to mix things up
Maincourse
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Candle
- Pro Weekly$3.997 Days
- Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
- Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
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- Pro Weekly$5.997 Days
- Premium Weekly$5.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- Premium Monthly2 variants$12.991 Month
- Premium Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
- Candle Pro - Yearly$29.991 Year
- Premium Yearly2 variants$39.991 Year
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
- Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Premium Yearly$89.991 Year
- Bag of Sparks (80)$0.99
- Word Hint$0.99
- Streak Reignite$2.99
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- Bag of Sparks (500)$4.99
- Pro Lifetime$149.99
Maincourse
- Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
- Premium Lifetime$99.99







