Comparison

Aerune vs ATP Nexus

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

Head to head
About

Aerune

A fast, lightweight client for the AT Protocol, designed exclusively for iOS and iPadOS. It offers a refined native experience with smooth performance, fluid transitions, and a clean interface optimized for larger screens and power users. Includes built-in moderation tools for a safer timeline.

Highlights
  • Native UI for Apple platforms
  • Optimized for iPad Split View
  • Seamless multi-account switching
  • Timestamp toggle
  • Built-in moderation tools
  • Multilingual support
Features
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Aerune is a fast, lightweight Bluesky (AT Protocol) client built exclusively for iOS and iPadOS. Designed with SwiftUI from the ground up, Aerune delivers a refined native experience with smooth scrolling, fluid transitions, and a clean interface focused on usability. [Key Features] • True Native UI Built specifically for Apple platforms, ensuring smooth performance and an interface that feels natural and responsive. • Fully Optimized for iPad Take full advantage of larger screens with a dynamic Split View layout that adapts to different sizes and orientations. • Designed for Power Users • Seamless multi-account switching • Absolute / relative timestamp toggle • Built-in Moderation Support for muting, blocking, and reporting to maintain a safe and comfortable timeline. • Multilingual Support Fully available in both languages. Upgrade your Bluesky experience with Aerune.

About

ATP Nexus

Features
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ATP Nexus is a client app for using the AT Protocol-based social network Bluesky. It supports iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and visionOS, allowing you to access Bluesky from a variety of Apple devices. Subscribe to your favorite feeds and lists to browse timelines tailored to your interests. ATP Nexus is designed to make Bluesky comfortable to use, with interactions and features optimized for Apple platforms. Bluesky ・Browse posts from feeds and lists ・Create posts ・Subscribe to feeds and lists ・Create lists ・React to posts ・Quote posts ・Reply to posts System Integration ・Multi-window support ・Multiple account support ・Pin accounts to the sidebar (iPadOS / macOS / visionOS) ・Handoff between devices ・Widgets to view account activity ・Create posts from Control Center (iOS / iPadOS / macOS) Media ・Browse links with the in-app browser ・View photos and videos Accessibility ATP Nexus is developed with accessibility as a core design principle. Access to information is important for everyone, and ATP Nexus aims to be a social networking client that can be used by all people, including those with disabilities. Enjoy Bluesky more comfortably with ATP Nexus. Some features are available through a subscription or a one-time purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Aerune4 screens
ATP Nexus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Aerune at none against ATP Nexus's 3. Aerune also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 27.0). ATP Nexus's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ATP Nexus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.79 per month. Aerune asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Aerune ships an update every 4 days, ATP Nexus every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
Aerune versus ATP Nexus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAeruneATP Nexus
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better27.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB196 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMITSUKI HAMADAKeisuke Chinone

In-app purchases

None

Aerune

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

ATP Nexus

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$0.791 Month
  • Yearly$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$22.99

Questions

Is Aerune free?
Aerune is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ATP Nexus free?
ATP Nexus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Aerune or ATP Nexus have ads?
Neither Aerune nor ATP Nexus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Aerune or ATP Nexus?
Aerune ships an update every 4 days, and ATP Nexus every 2 months. Most recently, Aerune was updated on October 28, 2026 and ATP Nexus on October 28, 2026.

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