Connected2.me vs Moocher
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Connected2.me
Connect with new people through free messaging and discover or share stories. Create a profile, get a unique link to share on social media, and let others connect with you for a fresh social networking experience.
- Free messaging
- Share and discover stories
- Customizable profile
- Unique shareable link
- Social media integration
- New social network experience
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FAST & FREE MESSAGING FOR EVERYONE • Start enjoying free messaging • Share your story or discover new stories! • Set up your profile then get a special link • Share it on social media to invite people • Let them connect with you! A brand new social network experience! Download the Connected2.me app today and join the world's newest social media network that's transforming the way people interact online! ---------------------------------- If you choose to purchase Connected2.me Plus, payment will be charged to your iTunes account, and your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Current Connected2.me Plus subscription price starts at $6.99 USD/month. Prices are in U.S. dollars, may vary in countries other than the U.S. and are subject to change without notice. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. If you don’t choose to purchase Connected2.me Plus, you can simply continue using Connected2.me for free. By using Connected2.me, you agree with our Terms and Privacy Policy: https://connected2.me/en/terms
Moocher
Connect with people nearby for friendship, romance, or social activities. Discover and create groups and events, with options for tailored experiences and business promotion.
- Discover nearby people, groups, and events
- Create and join social or dating groups
- Organize and attend local activities
- In-app chat for connections and groups
- Over-60 mode for age-specific connections
- Business promotion tools for local engagement
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Moocher - Effortless Connections for Friendship, Romance, and More... Looking for love, friendship, or fun activities? Moocher helps you discover nearby groups, events, and people to connect with, whether you’re seeking romance or simply want to meet new friends. Why Choose Moocher? - Stress-Free Connections: Meet amazing people without the hassle. - Easy to Use: Just download the Moocher app, create your profile, and start swiping! - Inclusive Options: Use our exclusive Over-60 mode to connect with similar-aged users. - A brand new sparkling user interface. Find the perfect date or make new friends: - Effortlessly swipe user photos near or far to find your match. - Add up to four photos and share a little about yourself in your bio. - Hide your profile or delete old conversations whenever you want. - Browse profiles by gender for a tailored experience. - Manage and view all your connections on one screen, 'Moochers'. Discover, Join, and Create.... Explore Events and Groups: - Browse dating groups, social groups, business events, or local offers near you. - Join as many groups or events as you like. - Filter your searches to find exactly what you need, like “My Groups.” Create Your Own Groups: - Start a Dating Group and invite people you fancy. - Organize events or activities around your interests. - Use map locations from existing events or offers for inspiration. - Promote your group to local users with an affordable in-app promotion feature. Group Chats and Connections: - Chat with members of your groups. - Connect easily with private and group chats. - Invite multiple connections to your groups with just a few taps. - Stay informed with an event's chat group. Safe, Simple, and Secure: - No need to share your mobile number with anyone. - Enjoy secure password handling. - Report or block annoying users or spammers. - Access a safety guide directly within the app for helpful tips for meetups. For Businesses and Retailers: Promote your business by joining Moocher and putting yourself on the map, literally! Attract local customers and engage with the community. Business Features: - Upload your logo and promotional images. - Create unlimited events and offers with pin-drop locations on the map. - Track user interest - see event members and groups formed at your events. - Receive push notifications when people join your event. - Promote your business, events and offers to local people! Membership: - No subscription required. - We are offering all features currently for free, including chat - So take advantage of it! Download Moocher today and get social. Notes: - This app is designed for users aged 18 and above. - Continued GPS use in the background may reduce battery life. - Users are responsible for conducting due diligence before meeting others through the app. Terms of Service: https://moocher.co/terms-and-conditions/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Moocher at 100% against Connected2.me's 23%. Connected2.me's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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
Both are free to download. Connected2.me sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $15.49 per 7 days and Moocher sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Connected2.me ships an update fortnightly, Moocher every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Connected2.me | Moocher |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (31K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 23.3% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 31K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #109 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 90 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | C2M | Moocher Ltd |
Customer experience
Connected2.me
Moocher
Bugs and requests
Connected2.me
Reported bugs
4 issues- Inability to send messages
- Accounts getting randomly banned
- Syncing issues between accounts
- Unreliable notifications
Requested features
3 requests- Improved moderation and verification system
- Better filtering options
- Ability to permanently delete account
Moocher
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Connected2.me
- Connected2.me Plus$15.497 Days
- Connected2.me Plus$59.991 Month
- Story Promote$3.99
- Story Promote$5.99
- Shuffle Promote 5$6.99
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- Shuffle Promote 30$9.99
- Story Promote$9.99
- Shuffle Promote (15 mins)$14.99
- Shuffle Promote (30 mins)$22.99
- Shuffle Promote VIP$39.99
Moocher
- Moocher Event Or Offer$0.99
- Group promotion$0.99
- One Month Moocher Membership$1.99








