# KnotSwap vs 5C Exchange

The clearest difference is ratings volume: KnotSwap at 76 against 5C Exchange's 1. 5C Exchange's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

5C Exchange holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KnotSwap has 76 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | KnotSwap | 5C Exchange |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (76 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knotswap/id6773171742/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5c-exchange/id6790087653/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **76** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 96.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 8 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Lorenzo White](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773171744) | [Claremont Computer Network LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809467885) |

## What reviewers say

### KnotSwap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knotswap/id6773171742)

This app facilitates direct item exchanges between users in their local area, eliminating the need for monetary transactions. Discover items, express interest, and connect with others for a community-driven barter experience.

**Highlights:** Barter system, no money required, Local item discovery, Swipe-based matching, Community-owned platform, No advertisements, Data privacy focused

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### 5C Exchange

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5c-exchange/id6790087653)

A secure, closed marketplace for students at the five Claremont Colleges to buy, sell, trade, or give away items. Verified accounts ensure a safe, local exchange of goods like textbooks and furniture, promoting sustainability and community.

**Highlights:** Verified student accounts, Buy, sell, trade, or give away items, In-app messaging, Local, in-person exchanges, Sustainability tracking and eco badges, Report and moderation tools

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KnotSwap free?

KnotSwap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is 5C Exchange free?

5C Exchange is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, KnotSwap or 5C Exchange?

5C Exchange is rated higher. KnotSwap averages 4.8 out of 5 from 76 ratings, while 5C Exchange averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do KnotSwap or 5C Exchange have ads?

Neither KnotSwap nor 5C Exchange shows ads.

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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.*