Comparison

MAD//Masters vs Active Retirement Network

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

Head to head
About

MAD//Masters

Features
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MAD//Masters by Rory Sutherland provides access to course content, live sessions, networking and the community for attendees of the MAD//Masters course. The app offers an all-in-one community platform where you can learn + network in one place as you navigate Rory’s course on behavioural science. Expand your creativity + elevate your career with MAD//Masters.

About

Active Retirement Network

Connect with a vibrant community focused on an active and purposeful retirement. Engage in discussions, join themed spaces, and access resources for health, finances, and lifestyle.

Highlights
  • Themed community spaces
  • Discussions and conversations
  • Live events
  • Courses and resources
  • Retirement lifestyle guidance
Features
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Active Retirement Network is a community designed for people exploring a more connected, purposeful, and active retirement lifestyle. The app brings together members and contributors across key areas including health, money, lifestyle, active living, and giving back. Inside the app, members can join themed spaces, participate in discussions, and connect with others who share similar interests and life goals. Key features include: COMMUNITY SPACES Start Here : Starting point of the community — where members are welcomed, introduced, informed about the 5 Pillars of Retirement, and updated on important announcements, events, and activities. •Welcome •Introduce Yourself Here! •5 Pillars of Retirement •Announcements Connections : Engage in conversations, ask questions, and share experiences within a supportive community. •Chat •Feed •Live Events Guided Success: Dedicated to learning and growth — where members can access guided support, explore courses, and use helpful resources designed to support a fulfilling and successful retirement journey. •Courses •Resource Library

Screenshots

MAD//Masters4 screens
Active Retirement Network4 screens

Verdict

The call

MAD//Masters and Active Retirement Network are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
MAD//Masters versus Active Retirement Network: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMAD//MastersActive Retirement Network
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB91 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperHippocampus Media LtdActive Retirement Network LLC

In-app purchases

None

MAD//Masters

No in-app purchases

None

Active Retirement Network

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MAD//Masters free?
MAD//Masters is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Active Retirement Network free?
Active Retirement Network is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MAD//Masters or Active Retirement Network have ads?
Neither MAD//Masters nor Active Retirement Network shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MAD//Masters or Active Retirement Network?
MAD//Masters ships an update every 3 months, and Active Retirement Network every 3 months. Most recently, MAD//Masters was updated on September 15, 2026 and Active Retirement Network on September 20, 2026.

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