Pi.za vs mercuryme
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pi.za
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The new formula for connected living. With Pi, you’re always in control, whether it’s mobile or home, all in one place. Build mobile plans with up to 80GB of anytime data and up to 12-month expiry. Add voice, SMS, and even share extra data with friends. Use an airtime wallet for when you need more, and save up to 20% when you add more mobile or home lines. Connecting your home is just as easy. Plug and play with 5G speeds, enjoy flexible home internet plans, and even take your connection with you when life moves. No contracts, no credit checks. Just join in minutes, all online. Plus, Pi protects you with biometric security and lets you manage everything from the Pi app or website. Ts&Cs apply.
mercuryme
This ethical data platform allows users to control their personal information and earn rewards for sharing anonymized data and insights. Engage with surveys, polls, and videos to accumulate points redeemable for airtime, data bundles, or gift cards.
- Control personal data
- Earn rewards (Mercury Points)
- Complete surveys and polls
- Watch selected ads and videos
- Refer friends for bonuses
- Redeem points for gift cards and airtime
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Your voice, your data, your rewards. Privacy by design, not as an afterthought. MercuryMe is the ethical data platform where you take control of your personal data and earn Mercury Points (ϻ) from engagements and when organisations and businesses use anonymised MercuryMe data and insights derived from it. No data scraping, no shadow profiling — just a transparent exchange built on consent and trust. How it works: Sign up, securely add your data, set your consent preferences, and start earning. You decide what to share, how it's used, and by whom — with the freedom to change or leave anytime. Ways to earn: • Complete surveys that turn your anonymised responses into real insights • Answer quick polls and share your opinion in seconds • Watch ads and videos you choose to engage with • Refer your friends, family and communities Your data, your control: • View, update, or delete your data anytime • Withdraw consent with one tap • Your identity is never sold — only anonymised, aggregated insights leave the platform Data Stars: Collect Data Stars by being your authentic self and sharing your personal experiences, preferences, opinions, needs and whishes (Yes with an 'h' ). Data Stars unlock access to higher-paying opportunities and bonuses. Redeem your way: Send, spend or donate your Mercury Points. Swap for rewards e.g. airtime, data bundles, and gift cards. Donations are collected in collaboration with Project Hug CIC.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Pi.za at none against mercuryme's shown. On price, update cadence, 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.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pi.za | mercuryme |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 162 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | MTN South Africa (Pty) LTD | Mercury Global Limited |
In-app purchases
Pi.za
No in-app purchases
mercuryme
No in-app purchases
