# True vs Parler

The clearest difference is review sentiment: True at 85% against Parler's 44%. True also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). Parler's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (175 vs 9). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Parler sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. True asks for nothing beyond the download.

True holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parler has 175 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of True's written reviews are positive against 44% of Parler's.

True ships an update every 3 weeks, Parler every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | True | Parler |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-private-group-sharing/id834451429/reviews)** | [3.9 (175 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parler/id1402727988/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **175** |
| Positive reviews | **85.1% of reviews** | 44.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 102 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Hello Mobile Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/834451432) | [Sovren Technologies, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877928309) |

## What reviewers say

### True

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/true-private-group-sharing/id834451429)

This app offers a private social networking experience focused on genuine connections with trusted individuals. It prioritizes user privacy by avoiding targeted advertising and data selling, creating a safe and positive space for sharing.

**Highlights:** Private by default sharing, No ads or tracking, User data ownership, Focus on real friends, Safe and positive environment

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ No ads
- 🔒 Private sharing
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👥 Great community
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Connects family

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- ❓ Hard to understand
- 📧 Email verification issues
- 🤔 Unclear monetization
- ✉️ Spam notifications

**Reported bugs**

- Posts revert to older dates
- Cannot read email for verification
- Cannot view or open notifications (likes, comments, friend requests)
- Cannot get verification code by email
- App crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Allow editing of posted text
- Allow pictures and videos as comments
- Provide a way to download photos
- Dark mode
- Evernote integration or export options


### Parler

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parler/id1402727988)

A social media platform focused on free expression and open dialogue. It allows users to share thoughts, engage with diverse perspectives, and connect with communities without censorship. Customize your profile and control your privacy.

**Highlights:** Free expression without censorship, Engage with diverse perspectives, Authentic content feed, Customizable user profiles, Posts & Reposts, Groups & Hashtags, Privacy and content control

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parler Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Founding member | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unbiased platform for free speech
- 🔓 No censorship or content moderation
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 💡 Potential to be a great alternative to Twitter
- 🤝 Welcoming community for conservative views

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy performance
- 🔒 Requires phone number for verification
- 🤔 Perceived right-wing bias in content
- ⚠️ Concerns about hate speech and extremism
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Issues with login and account creation
- Inability to upload media and videos
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Improved user interface and experience
- Better content moderation and reporting tools
- Ability to delete account and remove personal data
- Sync contacts and follow existing connections
- More diverse content and user base


## Frequently asked questions

### Is True free?

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

### Is Parler free?

Parler is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, True or Parler?

True is rated higher. True averages 4.2 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Parler averages 3.9 from 175 ratings.

### Do True or Parler have ads?

Parler shows ads; True does not.

### Which is updated more often, True or Parler?

True ships an update every 3 weeks, and Parler every 6 days. Most recently, True was updated on October 23, 2026 and Parler on October 20, 2026.

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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.*