JOYN © vs Friendly Spaces
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
JOYN ©
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Everything around you is alive. Most people just scroll through it. There's always something happening around you. A concert, a rooftop, a dinner, a game night. And somewhere out there, people who would have made it unforgettable. You just never crossed paths. JOYN changes that. It gets you out, into the right room, with the right people. So going out actually means something. Never miss what's around you Everything around you is full of things worth experiencing. JOYN surfaces what matches your vibe. Music, food, sport, art, gaming, nights out. You always know what's worth showing up for, right now, near you. Go out and actually live it Everyone at a JOYN event is already there for the same reason as you. Which makes the hardest part, starting a conversation, the easiest thing in the room. Real connections happen because the context is already right. Host your own events Got an idea? Go for it. Ticketing, payments, attendee management, QR code access, it's all there. Attract the right people, get paid directly, and track what worked to make the next one even better. The experience doesn't stop there The best part is often what happens after. JOYN extends every moment. Conversations, shared memories, new connections that actually last. JOYN. The movement.
Friendly Spaces
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Friendly Spaces helps families discover places that truly welcome babies and young children. Finding a café, restaurant or public venue that is comfortable with a baby or toddler can be difficult. Friendly Spaces makes it easy by highlighting locations that intentionally create a welcoming environment for families. Using the app, you can explore a growing network of verified family-friendly places across Switzerland. Features include: • Discover cafés, restaurants, shops and cultural venues that welcome families • Explore locations on an interactive map • Quickly see which places are suitable for babies and young children • Plan outings with confidence • Support businesses that are actively creating more inclusive public spaces for families Friendly Spaces works with participating businesses to certify locations that meet family-friendly criteria. Many locations offer thoughtful details such as space for strollers, play corners, or other amenities designed to make outings with young children easier. Whether you are meeting friends for coffee, looking for a relaxed lunch spot, or planning a day out with your child, Friendly Spaces helps you find places where families feel welcome.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Friendly Spaces at 3 against JOYN ©'s 1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
JOYN © ships an update every 2 months, Friendly Spaces every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JOYN © | Friendly Spaces |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 356 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | JOYN | Jazmine DeCaro |
In-app purchases
JOYN ©
No in-app purchases
Friendly Spaces
No in-app purchases









