Abol vs iPlanDate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Abol
A dating and community platform for the Ethiopian and Eritrean diaspora. It uses unique cultural experiences inspired by the coffee ceremony to foster meaningful connections and shared traditions. Find matches that understand your background with deep Habesha filtering and culturally relevant prompts.
- Virtual coffee ceremony inspired interactions
- Bereka and Abol messaging features
- Deep Habesha cultural filtering
- Language, religion, and education filters
- Culturally tailored profile prompts
- Focus on serious relationships and cultural connection
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Welcome to Abol—the premier dating platform built exclusively for the Ethiopian, Eritrean, and broader Habesha diaspora. Abol isn’t just a dating app; it's a digital extension of our rich cultural heritage designed to help you find your perfect match. In our culture, the coffee ceremony is the ultimate expression of community. Abol honors this tradition by replacing generic dating with deeply meaningful cultural experiences: • Abol, Tona, & Bereka: Inspired by the three sacred stages of the Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Send a "Bereka" (Blessing) or "Abol" (First Pour) to stand out and spark meaningful conversations. • Deep Habesha Filtering: Find matches who truly understand your background. Filter your Discovery feed by specific Ethnic Subgroups (Ethiopian, Eritrean, or both) and Religious traditions to find someone who aligns with your core values. • Cultural Prompts: Break the ice with profile prompts tailored to our diaspora experience, food, and family values. Whether you are looking for a serious relationship or someone who truly understands what it means to be Habesha, Abol is where culture and love meet. Swipe with purpose, connect over tradition, and find your perfect match. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.abolapp.com/privacy
iPlanDate
Effortlessly plan perfect dates with personalized ideas, suggested texts, and local venue recommendations. Simply input your situation or upload a screenshot to receive a unique date plan tailored to your needs. Ideal for any romantic occasion, from first dates to anniversary celebrations.
- Generate date ideas
- Create personalized texts
- Discover nearby venues
- Upload screenshots for context
- Customize response tone
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iPlanDate helps you plan the perfect date in seconds. Get date ideas, smooth texts, and places to go nearby. Upload a screenshot, describe your situation, or tap once for a quick idea. iPlanDate generates a unique date plan and a text you can send. Perfect for first dates, new matches, and date nights. How it works 1) Set your city 2) Upload a screenshot or describe your situation 3) Get a date idea, message, and place to go Features • Upload a screenshot • Generate a date idea near you • Get smooth texts • Customize responses: chill, romantic, funny, flirty • Discover local spots for your date Plan better dates instantly with iPlanDate. Some features require an active subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.iplandate.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://www.iplandate.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Abol at 100% against iPlanDate's 0%. Abol also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Abol sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and iPlanDate sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Abol holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Abol's written reviews are positive against 0% of iPlanDate's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Abol | iPlanDate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (6 ratings) — better | 4.0 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | ANDUALEM DERBE TESHOME | Two Palms Software LLC |
Customer experience
Abol
iPlanDate
In-app purchases
Abol
- Abol Premium$9.991 Month
- Abol Premium$19.993 Months
- Abol Premium$34.996 Months
- Abol - 5 Hearts$3.99
- Tona - 12 Hearts$6.99
- Bereka - 45 Hearts$14.99
iPlanDate
- Premium Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Premium Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year









