Comparison

Weeave vs HookedIRL

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

Head to head
About

Weeave

This app facilitates real-world interactions by making users visible only when they are physically present in a supported location and actively choose to be. It focuses on in-the-moment connections rather than persistent profiles or remote browsing.

Highlights
  • Location-based visibility
  • Active Mode for intentional presence
  • Temporary intent-based statuses
  • Contextual visibility within radius
  • Privacy-focused design
  • Partner location benefits
Features
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Weeave is a location-based social presence app designed for situational, real-world interaction. The app allows people to interact only when they are physically present in the same place and intentionally choose to be visible. There is no global discovery, remote browsing, or continuous visibility. Interaction happens only in the moment, within real locations, and only during an active session. How Weeave Works Active Mode Users become visible to others only after manually enabling Active Mode while being physically present in a supported location. Active Mode automatically turns off if the user becomes inactive or leaves the location, ensuring that only actively present users are shown. This design prevents passive profiles and supports meaningful, real-world interaction. Contextual Visibility Users are visible only to other Active Mode users in the same place and within a limited physical radius. There is no city-wide or global visibility. Users do not appear in search results or public user lists. Intent-Based Status While in Active Mode and inside a supported location, users may optionally set a temporary status that reflects their current intent (for example: social interaction, networking, conversation, or professional discussion). Statuses are visible only during the active session and expire automatically when Active Mode ends. Partner Locations Some locations cooperate with Weeave to provide a structured real-world environment for interaction. Optional in-app generated codes may be used for on-site benefits at participating locations. These benefits do not affect visibility or interaction. Privacy & Control by Design • Users control when they are visible • No background tracking • No persistent public profiles • No global user directories • Visibility is temporary and location-bound Weeave is designed to support contextual, real-life social interaction - not profile-based browsing or remote communication. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

HookedIRL

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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HookedIRL 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, HookedIRL 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 Apple, Google, or your phone number. Your account stays with you across all events you join. Scan the Event QR Code - When you arrive at an event, just scan the HookedIRL 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 Are Event-Only - Once the event ends, your event profile is no longer shown to others. Your account stays for future events. Secure. Authentic. Real. HookedIRL is built for real-world social moments—not mindless scrolling. With authenticated accounts, every person is real and verified. Secure sign-in with Apple, Google, or phone One account across all your events No fake profiles—everyone is verified Event profiles are only visible during the event 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 (Apple, Google, phone) 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 Business event support for professional settings Simple, modern interface built for speed and privacy Your Privacy Matters Your account info stays secure. Event profiles are only shown to others during the event, and you can delete your account at any time from your profile. You control your presence at each event. Whether you're looking to spark a romance, find a friend, or network professionally, HookedIRL gives you the nudge you need—right when it matters most. Download HookedIRL and never miss a connection again.

Screenshots

Weeave3 screens
HookedIRL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Weeave at 5.0 against HookedIRL's 3.9. HookedIRL's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (28 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Weeave sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. HookedIRL asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Weeave holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HookedIRL has 28 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Weeave ships an update every 3 weeks, HookedIRL every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Weeave versus HookedIRL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWeeaveHookedIRL
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better3.9 (28 ratings)
Positive reviews—84.6% of reviews
Number of ratings128 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#157 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size139 MB126 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGali HaskellHooked Social Inc

Customer experience

Weeave

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

HookedIRL

All ratings28 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Weeave

One-time1
  • Night Pass (24 Hours)$9.99
None

HookedIRL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Weeave free?
Weeave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HookedIRL free?
HookedIRL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Weeave or HookedIRL?
Weeave is rated higher. Weeave averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while HookedIRL averages 3.9 from 28 ratings.
Do Weeave or HookedIRL have ads?
Neither Weeave nor HookedIRL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Weeave or HookedIRL?
Weeave ships an update every 3 weeks, and HookedIRL every 9 days. Most recently, Weeave was updated on October 10, 2026 and HookedIRL on October 15, 2026.

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