Convoo vs Bondfire Society
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Convoo
This app prioritizes genuine connection by focusing on conversations before revealing profiles. It hosts live, themed events nightly where users can participate or create their own community gatherings, fostering real human interaction.
- Conversation-first matching
- Live nightly themed events
- Host community events
- No swiping or algorithms
- See photos after conversation
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A dating app for singles. A tool for matchmakers. Convoo is for people tired of swiping through hundreds of faces and getting nowhere. Instead of judging a photo, you start with a real conversation. The photo comes after. How it works - Join a live event happening tonight, or a private room a friend opened for you. You get paired with someone for a focused three-minute conversation. No profile, no photo, nothing to scroll. - When time's up, you both see each other at the same moment. You match only if you both want to keep talking, and no one ever finds out if you said no. If you're single - Show up to tonight's event and start talking. Every night has a different conversation theme, from playful to deep. You'll be paired in seconds and you'll know within three minutes whether you want to keep going. -No swiping. No profiles to browse. No sending messages into silence. If you know people who should meet - Anyone can be a matchmaker on Convoo, and most of us already are for someone. - Open a room, invite the single people you actually rate, and pick a night. Everyone joins at the same time and gets paired one on one. You bring the people, Convoo handles the introductions. - Rooms are private and invite-only, and everyone inside is there because you chose them. The rules stay the same: three minutes, no photos until after, and a match only when both people say yes. What you get - Conversation-first matching. Talk before you ever see a face. - Tonight Events. One live event every night, open to everyone. - Rooms. Private, invite-only nights you host for your own friends. - Mutual-only matches. Nobody finds out who passed. - Face verification. Real people, verified before they can join. - A new conversation theme every day of the week, from playful to deep. Convoo isn't about the perfect profile. It's about the three minutes that actually tell you something. Download Convoo and talk first. Terms of Service: https://convoo.app/#/terms Privacy Policy: https://convoo.app/#/privacy
Bondfire Society
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Bondfire Society is for people who want a real social life again, the way it used to be. We make real plans, in real places, connecting you to real people. We're not a dating app, nor a networking excuse. It’s a social experience app for adults who want to be part of a community, to make new friends, and to have those nights that feel like “Dubai, back when it was easy to meet people.” We curate small-capacity experiences (usually around 8 - 12 people) designed for strangers to actually meet, bond, and leave with a new circle. You can come solo or bring a plus one. Either way, you’re not walking into a room of 200 people with your fingers crossed. Who it's for: * Those who have been living in Dubai for a while, who want a fresh circle beyond the usual routines * Brand new into town, starting from square one * Visitors who’d love to experience a glimpse of Dubai beyond the??? * Working professionals who want plans that fit their schedules * Average age range: typically 25–45 (but if you’re social and open-minded, you’ll fit right in!) Why we're different: * Events way outside the ordinary: creative supper clubs, workshops with a twist, wild outdoor adventures, and uniquely curated events for women as well. * Intentionally small groups: usually 8 - 12 people, so nobody gets lost in the noise. * A guided co-hosted flow that makes meeting people way easier. Along with the Bondfire host, we've amassed a collection of incredible local hosts to tailor your unique experience. * A mixed crowd of people who show up for a common reason: to create a community of their own. * Clear event details, simple booking, and straightforward check-in. * Recommendations that actually help: the app suggests what to do next, including citywide options, so you can turn one good night into a social rhythm. * Connection with context: you’re chatting with people you met in real life, around a shared experience — not random profiles in an endless feed. How it works: * Download the app * Browse through our 4 diverse categories - Off the Menu, Out & Bout, Her Society, The Classroom. * Pick an event that fits your mood * Book your seat. Show up solo or with a +1 * Show up, meet the group, let the hosts guide you through a unique Bondfire event * Leave with brand new friends you can actually meet again. Simple as that! But it doesn't really end there. * After the event, keep the connection alive in-app: unlock secure 1:1 chat and group chats with friends from your event or match up with new friends with similar interests! * Plan what happens next together: get recommendations based on your vibe, and browse events happening around the city. Your new circle doesn’t have to die in “we should totally meet up again.” If you have been feeling like you should get out more, this is the app that turns that feeling into a plan. We're not here to reinvent socializing. We're here to restore it. Download the app now.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Bondfire Society at fortnightly against Convoo's every 2 months. 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.
Convoo ships an update every 2 months, Bondfire Society fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Convoo | Bondfire Society |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Chinmay Patil | Stellar Consulting FZ-LLC |
In-app purchases
Convoo
No in-app purchases
Bondfire Society
No in-app purchases









