LinkUp. vs SHRWD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
LinkUp.
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LinkUp is where real life actually happens. A social app built for you and your friends β not algorithms, not influencers, not highlights. Just real moments, shared as they are. Every day, you open LinkUp and see what your friends are actually doing. No pressure to be perfect. No need to perform. Whether itβs a late-night snack, walking to class, or doing absolutely nothing β it all belongs here. Post photos or videos whenever you want, straight from the moment. No overthinking. No endless editing. Just capture it and share it. Your feed is built around the people you care about. Stay connected with friends, reply to their posts, react, and keep up with their day β all in one place that feels personal again. Want to go beyond your circle? Switch to discovery and explore what others are sharing around the world. LinkUp is designed to feel fast, simple, and real: Share photos and videos instantly See a friends-only feed that actually matters Explore a wider community when you want React, reply, and stay connected naturally No pressure. No performance. Just real life Because social media shouldnβt feel like a job. It should feel like your life. LinkUp β stay close, stay real.
SHRWD
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SHRWD is the social network built on real connections. No algorithm. No strangers. No endless scrolling. Just the people who actually matter β and the ones they brought with them. Every member was invited by someone they know. You can see exactly how everyone is connected, all the way back to the beginning. Post photos. Follow friends. See your network grow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: SHRWD at none against LinkUp.'s shown. SHRWD also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0.0 vs 17.6). LinkUp.'s advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 5 days). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LinkUp. ships an update daily, SHRWD every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LinkUp. | SHRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily β better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 14.0.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Georgina Mackie | Justin Hess |
In-app purchases
LinkUp.
No in-app purchases
SHRWD
No in-app purchases









