# Spot Gift vs 5C Exchange

The clearest difference is rating: 5C Exchange at 5.0 against Spot Gift's 4.0. 5C Exchange also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Spot Gift's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spot Gift | 5C Exchange |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spot-gift/id6780764131/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/5c-exchange/id6790087653/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 26 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Tristan Shin](https://appshunter.io/developer/6780764133) | [Claremont Computer Network LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809467885) |

## What reviewers say

### Spot Gift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spot-gift/id6780764131)

Send a real Starbucks treat directly within your text messages. Surprise friends with their favorite drinks as a digital gift that can be redeemed at any Starbucks location. It's a thoughtful and convenient way to celebrate moments or show appreciation.

**Highlights:** Send Starbucks drinks as gifts, Integrated within text messages, Redeemable via Apple Wallet, Simple text code confirmation, Works across iPhone and web

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, iMessage stickers, 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 Spot Gift free?

Spot Gift 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, Spot Gift or 5C Exchange?

5C Exchange is rated higher. Spot Gift averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while 5C Exchange averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Spot Gift or 5C Exchange have ads?

Spot Gift shows ads; 5C Exchange does not.

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