# Pubfuse vs Echo

The clearest difference is rating: Pubfuse at 5.0 against Echo's 4.4. Pubfuse also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Echo's advantage is ratings volume (64 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pubfuse sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Echo sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pubfuse holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Echo has 64 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pubfuse ships an update every 2 days, Echo every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pubfuse | Echo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pubfuse/id6756526839/reviews)** | [4.4 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-live/id6759060782/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **64** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 81 MB | 208 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Pubfuse Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/305995449) | [Echo Live Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876605609) |

## What reviewers say

### Pubfuse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pubfuse/id6756526839)

This platform simplifies live broadcasting, allowing users to share passions, connect with friends, and build audiences through engaging live streams. It offers real-time interaction features and contact syncing to easily find friends.

**Highlights:** Live video broadcasting, Real-time audience chat, Interactive features, Contact syncing for friends, Audience building tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Sparks | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter | $2.99 | one-time |
| Power Viewer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Creator | $7.99 | one-time |
| VIP Vault | $9.99 | one-time |
| Influencer Pack | $19.99 | one-time |


### Echo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-live/id6759060782)

This platform connects creators and users in real-time through live streams and short videos. Build a community, discover new content, and engage with creators as moments unfold. It offers a vibrant space for live interaction and genuine connection.

**Highlights:** Real-time live streaming, Short video sharing, Community building, Creator discovery, Live room participation, Direct creator connection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Casual | $7.49 | one-time |
| Fan | $14.99 | one-time |
| Super Fan | $74.99 | one-time |
| VIP | $149.99 | one-time |
| Elite | $359.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pubfuse free?

Pubfuse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Echo free?

Echo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pubfuse or Echo?

Pubfuse is rated higher. Pubfuse averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Echo averages 4.4 from 64 ratings.

### Do Pubfuse or Echo have ads?

Neither Pubfuse nor Echo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pubfuse or Echo?

Pubfuse ships an update every 2 days, and Echo every 4 days. Most recently, Pubfuse was updated on September 30, 2026 and Echo on October 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*