Comparison

Passion Media vs GroundTime

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

Head to head
About

Passion Media

A creative platform for users to express themselves through short-form videos, connect with a global community, and discover trending content. Enhance your creations with powerful editing tools, music, and effects.

Highlights
  • Short-form video creation and editing
  • Discover trending content and challenges
  • Connect with creators via likes, comments, messages
  • Vast music and sound effects library
  • HD video recording and playback
  • Privacy controls and content settings
Features
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Discover. Create. Share. Connect. Passion Media is your creative platform to express yourself, share your passions, and connect with a vibrant community of creators from around the world. Whether you're into music, dance, comedy, lifestyle, or any creative pursuit, Passion Media is where your content comes to life. CREATE & SHARE Record and upload short-form videos with ease Use powerful editing tools and filters to enhance your content Add music, effects, and stickers to make your videos stand out Share your creativity with millions of viewers worldwide DISCOVER TRENDING CONTENT Explore an endless feed of entertaining and inspiring videos Discover trending challenges and participate in viral moments Follow your favorite creators and never miss their latest posts Personalized recommendations based on your interests CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY Build your following and grow your influence Engage with creators through likes, comments, and shares Direct message friends and followers Collaborate with other creators on exciting projects MUSIC & SOUNDS Access a vast library of music and sound effects Sync your videos perfectly with your favorite tracks Create your own audio mixes and soundtracks Discover trending sounds and join popular audio challenges POWERFUL FEATURES HD video recording and playback Advanced filters and beauty effects Speed controls (slow motion and time-lapse) Easy-to-use video editing tools Duet and collaboration features Privacy controls and content settings Save drafts and edit anytime WHY PASSION MEDIA? Simple and intuitive interface Safe and friendly community Regular updates with new features Responsive support team Free to use with optional premium features FOR CREATORS Grow your audience organically Track your video performance with analytics Monetization opportunities Connect with brands and sponsors Join creator programs and exclusive features PERFECT FOR: Content creators and influencers Musicians and dancers Comedians and entertainers Lifestyle and travel enthusiasts Anyone looking to express their creativity SAFE & SECURE Privacy-focused platform Robust content moderation User blocking and reporting tools Safe environment for all ages Transparent community guidelines Join millions of creators who are already sharing their passion on Passion Media. Start your creative journey today! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Got feedback or questions? Contact us: support@passionmedia.social Follow us on social media: Instagram: @passionmedia Twitter: @passionmedia Facebook: /passionmedia

About

GroundTime

Connect with verified airline crew members for meetups in any city. Easily find or create gatherings for coffee, drinks, or meals during layovers or at your base. Enjoy ephemeral chats and build your reputation through real-world meetups.

Highlights
  • Verified airline crew members only
  • Find meetups at any airport
  • See crew nearby during layovers
  • Create meetups quickly
  • Join domicile and base groups
  • Reputation building through vouching
  • Ephemeral chats
Features
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GroundTime is the meetup app built for verified airline crew. When your layover lands you in an unfamiliar city or your base brings you home, GroundTime connects you with other crew nearby — for coffee, drinks, dinner, or whatever fills the hours between flights. Every member is a verified airline employee. No impostors, no outsiders. — Find meetups at any airport — See which crew are currently around at your base or layover — Create a meetup in 30 seconds — Join your domicile and local base groups for ongoing crew conversation — Vouching from real meetups builds your reputation over time GroundTime works the way crew schedules work. Instant join. Ephemeral chats. No friend requests, no DMs. Show up, hang out, move on. Currently for airline crew employees only — pilots, flight attendants, gate agents, dispatch, ground crew. Family pass holders and retired crew are not supported at this time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.groundtime.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://groundtime.com/privacy

Screenshots

Passion Media4 screens
GroundTime4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Passion Media at 5.0 against GroundTime's 3.5. GroundTime's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (11 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Passion Media sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 3 months and GroundTime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Passion Media holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 11 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Passion Media ships an update every 3 weeks, GroundTime every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Passion Media versus GroundTime: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassion MediaGroundTime
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better3.5 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings311 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size257 MB111 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperUnome LLCThreadwell Labs, LLC

Customer experience

Passion Media

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

GroundTime

All ratings10 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral30.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral37.5%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Passion Media

Subscriptions3
  • Fan: Ad Free Plan$6.993 Months
  • Plus$29.993 Months
  • Verified Badge Plan$34.996 Months
One-time5
  • Standard Plan$9.99
  • Popular Plan$24.99
  • 500 Coins$49.00
Show 2 more
  • Pro Plan$49.99
  • Elite Plan$79.99
3 purchases

GroundTime

Subscriptions2
  • Crew Membership1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Crew Membership1 Month trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Founding Member$49.99

Questions

Is Passion Media free?
Passion Media is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GroundTime free?
GroundTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Passion Media or GroundTime?
Passion Media is rated higher. Passion Media averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while GroundTime averages 3.5 from 11 ratings.
Do Passion Media or GroundTime have ads?
Neither Passion Media nor GroundTime shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Passion Media or GroundTime?
Passion Media ships an update every 3 weeks, and GroundTime every 2 days. Most recently, Passion Media was updated on October 24, 2026 and GroundTime on October 24, 2026.

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