Comparison

LoveLockDating vs Krets

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

Head to head
About

LoveLockDating

This social networking app prioritizes safety with a rigorous three-step verification process, including live video interviews and background checks. It aims to connect verified singles aged 40+ in a bot-free and scam-free environment.

Highlights
  • 100% Verified Members
  • Zero Bots and Scams
  • Live Video Interview Verification
  • Background Checks via Checkr Trust™
  • Exclusive Community for 40+
  • Focus on Authentic Connections
Features
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Join the Safest Dating Community in North America! 100% Verified Members. Zero Bots. Zero Scams. Join 50+ Singles in the Bay Area Finding Authentic Connection. Every Member is Verified. Every Connection is Real. Our three-step verification process ensures 100% authentic members - Live Video Interview Meet our team face-to-face. We confirm you're real, verify your identity, and ensure you meet our community standards. - Background Check Criminal records and sex offender registry screening via Checkr Trust™ with 99% accuracy to protect our community. - Video Interview You will have to pass a video interview, before you can interact with other users. Only verified members can access our platform. No exceptions. Your safety is our priority. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://lovelockdating.com/privacy-policy

About

Krets

Features
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Krets is a private photo and video sharing app for the people who actually matter to you. Build a separate space for your family, your college crew, your close friends, or any group you want to share with. No ads. No algorithm. No strangers. No followers. Just your people, in chronological order. Features - Private groups: invite by link, members are always free - Photo and video posts with comments, reactions, and mentions - Daily Snap: spontaneous photo rounds with your group - Countdowns and events: plan things together - Time Capsules: schedule a post for the future - Tag locations, people, and family members - Notifications you actually want Your data is yours. Export anytime. No one is mining your photos for ads or training AI. Become a Keeper to create your own groups. Members always join for free. Terms of Use: https://getkrets.app/terms

Screenshots

LoveLockDating4 screens
Krets4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Krets at every 2 days against LoveLockDating's every 3 weeks. LoveLockDating's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. LoveLockDating sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $50.00 per month and Krets sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LoveLockDating ships an update every 3 weeks, Krets every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
LoveLockDating versus Krets: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoveLockDatingKrets
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB67 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperLove Lock DatingJakob Granqvist

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LoveLockDating

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$50.001 Month
  • Premium Yearly$500.001 Year
One-time1
  • One Time Setup Fee$50.00
5 purchases

Krets

Subscriptions5
  • Chip In Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Founding Keeper (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Keeper (Monthly)$4.991 Month
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  • Chip In Yearly$8.991 Year
  • Keeper (Yearly)$39.991 Year

Questions

Is LoveLockDating free?
LoveLockDating is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Krets free?
Krets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LoveLockDating or Krets have ads?
Neither LoveLockDating nor Krets shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LoveLockDating or Krets?
LoveLockDating ships an update every 3 weeks, and Krets every 2 days. Most recently, LoveLockDating was updated on October 30, 2026 and Krets on October 31, 2026.

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