Comparison

SpinDate vs The Hooked App

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

Head to head
About

SpinDate

Discover new people through a unique spinning wheel interface that reveals profiles based on your chosen categories. Engage in immediate messaging without the need for matching, fostering spontaneous connections in a safe and moderated environment.

Highlights
  • Virtual wheel for profile discovery
  • Visual storytelling feed
  • Immediate messaging
  • Dedicated moderation team
  • Safety and quality focus
Features
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SpinDate introduces a fresh approach to meeting new people—dynamic, visual, and designed for meaningful discovery. Instead of swiping, users spin a virtual wheel to reveal profiles that match selected categories, adding a sense of spontaneity and surprise to the experience. Our unique interface combines real-time discovery with a visual storytelling feed, allowing users to explore authentic moments shared by others. Once a profile is revealed, messaging is immediate—no matching required. This opens the door to real connections, faster. SpinDate is built with safety and quality in mind. A dedicated moderation team ensures that every interaction meets our standards for respectful and enjoyable communication. Our goal is to create a trusted space where users can engage freely and confidently. Whether you're here to meet new friends, explore conversations, or find something more, SpinDate delivers a new kind of social experience—intuitive, engaging, and unlike anything you've tried before. By using this app, you agree to our Terms and Conditions: https://spindate.app/tos

About

The Hooked App

This app helps you discover and connect with other singles at real-life events. Scan a QR code to join an event, create a temporary profile, and see who's open to connecting. Mutual likes lead to matches and in-app chats, with all event data automatically deleted afterward.

Highlights
  • Event-specific, time-limited profiles
  • QR code event check-in
  • One-tap matching
  • In-app messaging for matches
  • Auto-disappearing event profiles
  • Secure account creation
  • Business event support
Features
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Hooked is your social wingman at real-life events. We make meeting new people simple, exciting, and real—right where you are. Whether you're at a party, a conference, or a wedding, Hooked helps you discover who's single and open to connecting—while keeping things fun, respectful, and secure. How it Works: Create Your Account - Sign in once with Google, Apple, or Facebook. Your account stays with you across all events you join. Scan the Event QR Code - When you arrive at an event, just scan the Hooked sign to join. Set Up Your Event Profile - Share what matters—your name, age, interests, and a photo. Profiles are visible only during the event you're attending. See Who's Here - Get a live view of other singles at your event. You can only be in one event at a time. Send a Like - Like someone? Send them a Like. If they like back—you're matched and can start chatting. Event Profiles Auto-Delete - Once the event ends, your event profile disappears. Your account stays for future events. Secure. Authentic. Real. Hooked is built for real-world social moments—not mindless scrolling. With authenticated accounts, every person is real and verified. Secure sign-in with OAuth providers One account across all your events No fake profiles—everyone is verified Event profiles auto-delete after events end Business event support for professional networking Perfect for: Weddings House parties Community events Festivals & concerts Corporate networking events Professional conferences Retreats and offsites Key Features: Secure account creation (Google, Apple, Facebook) Location-based event check-in via QR code Event-specific, time-limited profiles One-tap matching with mutual interest In-app messaging for matched users Auto-disappearing event profiles Business event support for professional settings Simple, modern interface built for speed and privacy Your Privacy Matters Your account info (email and sign-in) stays secure. Event profiles and chats are automatically deleted when events end. You control your presence at each event. Whether you're looking to spark a romance, find a friend, or network professionally, Hooked gives you the nudge you need—right when it matters most. Download Hooked and never miss a connection again.

Screenshots

SpinDate4 screens
The Hooked App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Hooked App at 85% against SpinDate's 40%. The Hooked App also leads on rating (3.9 vs 2.8) and in-app purchases (none vs 12). On price, update cadence, ads 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. SpinDate sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. The Hooked App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Hooked App holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 25 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of SpinDate's written reviews are positive against 85% of The Hooked App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SpinDate versus The Hooked App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpinDateThe Hooked App
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (8 ratings)3.9 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews84.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings825 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB124 MB
Age rating17+17+
Developerrazorcircuit systems ltdHooked Social Inc

Customer experience

SpinDate

All ratings8 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

The Hooked App

All ratings25 ratings
Positive72.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%

In-app purchases

12 purchases

SpinDate

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly $19.99$19.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly Pass$29.991 Month
  • Quarterly $39.99$39.993 Months
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  • Premium Quarterly Pass$69.993 Months
  • Yearly $89.99$89.991 Year
  • Premium Annual Pass$199.991 Year
One-time6
  • Mini Pack: 200 Coins$2.99
  • Starter Pack: 600 Coins$7.99
  • Value Pack: 1,000 Coins$14.99
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  • Medium Pack: 2,000 Coins$29.99
  • Large Pack: 5,000 Coins$69.99
  • Mega Pack: 7,000 Coins$99.99
None

The Hooked App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SpinDate free?
SpinDate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is The Hooked App free?
The Hooked App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SpinDate or The Hooked App?
The Hooked App is rated higher. SpinDate averages 2.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while The Hooked App averages 3.9 from 25 ratings.
Do SpinDate or The Hooked App have ads?
Neither SpinDate nor The Hooked App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SpinDate or The Hooked App?
SpinDate ships an update every 9 days, and The Hooked App every 9 days. Most recently, SpinDate was updated on September 21, 2026 and The Hooked App on September 18, 2026.

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