Luxy vs Lonobo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Luxy
This app connects discerning singles worldwide, prioritizing safety and quality through real-time profile verification. It offers a curated experience beyond endless swiping, with options to enhance connections and discover remarkable individuals.
- Real-time profile verification
- Curated matches
- Secure and fun community
- Invisible mode
- Advanced search filters
- Virtual gifts
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A brilliant way to meet high-quality people around the world. If you do have beautiful expectations of your life, Luxy is the app for you. Profiles are verified in real-time to help keep the community SAFE and FUN! JOIN THE LUXY SELECTIVE DATING APP NEVER SETTLE. Designed for selective singles who demand a higher standard of love. Everyone has their own version of love, while we believe that YOU deserve better. Join the Luxy app and start connecting with people online. AS SEEN ON BBC, Business Insider, Daily Mail, CNN, Financial Times, and more... Since its launch in 2014, Luxy has garnered significant attention and featured prominently in numerous international media outlets. NO MORE ENDLESS SWIPING We care about what really matters to you and will introduce you to remarkable individuals. We value your time. All profiles are reviewed to pass - Luxy executes the most accurate and reliable verification process to ensure a quality dating experience for its members. HOW YOU MEET FRIENDS AND POTENTIAL DATES ON LUXY Luxy brings you free access to a number of easy-to-use features: - Swipe to like and pass - Browse to connect with high-quality people nearby - Message freely with your matches - Send free virtual gifts to the ones you care and keep the conversation flowing LUXY PREMIUM To perfect your dating experience online, we offer subscription options as well. You can enhance your dating experience by upgrading to the exclusive membership – Luxy BLACK: * Invisible Mode. Curious about someone while wanna keep it a secret? Switch to the invisible mode. * Do Not Disturb Mode. You’ll be only introduced to people you’re really interested in. * Double Batch Swipes. Get more potential matches each day! * Advanced Filters. Use advanced search feature to find someone worth meeting. * BLACK Messages. You can skip swiping and start conversations with anybody you like. * More advanced features... MORE WAYS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR RESULTS Luxy PLATINUM Membership: - Enjoy all benefits included in the Luxy BLACK membership - Make your profile the top priority to be shown - Boost your profile for free *Only seven spots available in each city. SUBSCRIPTION INFO If you choose to purchase Luxy BLACK or Luxy PLATINUM, the 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 Luxy BLACK subscription prices start at $99.99 USD/month, one month, six months and twelve-month packages are available. The current Luxy PLATINUM subscription is $999 USD for three months. Prices are in U.S. dollars, prices may vary in different countries and are subject to change without notice. If you don’t choose to purchase Luxy BLACK or Luxy PLATINUM, you can simply continue using Luxy for free! YOUR PRIVACY AND SAFETY MATTER! Luxy is secure and safe. Your privacy is always the most important thing for us. To view our Privacy Policy and Terms, please visit the following links: https://www.onluxy.com/page?path=privacy https://www.onluxy.com/page?path=terms
Lonobo
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Lonobo (Barnet Beta) is your neighbourhood's notice board - like the corkboard at the local shop, but in your pocket. Post a short notice and it's seen by people nearby. Selling a bike? Giving away moving boxes? Lost your cat? Planning a street party? Need a hand with something? Pin it to the board. WHAT'S NEARBY Open the app and see notices from people around you. You choose the radius - keep it to your street or widen it to the whole area. FRESH BY DESIGN Notices expire after 30 days, so the board always shows what's happening now - no stale listings. SIMPLE TO POST Write a few words, add a photo if you like, and pin it. Your notice appears for neighbours within your area. Your exact location is never shown - notices are placed approximately. TALK IT THROUGH Reply to notices publicly or send a private message to arrange a pickup, answer a question, or lend a hand. NO PASSWORDS Sign in with your phone number and a text code. That's it. BUILT FOR NEIGHBOURS No ads. No algorithm. No endless feed. Just what's happening nearby, from the people who live there. Lonobo needs your location to show you nearby notices. Your precise position stays private.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lonobo at none against Luxy's 10. Lonobo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). Luxy's advantage is chart position (#27 vs unranked). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Luxy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Lonobo asks for nothing beyond the download.
Luxy ships an update fortnightly, Lonobo every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Luxy | Lonobo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (105K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 105K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Best chart rank | #27 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 300 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Luxy Inc. | Alexi Deak |
Bugs and requests
Luxy
Reported bugs
3 issues- Glitches and technical issues with the app
- Profiles not loading properly or disappearing
- Notifications and messaging not working as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to filter by location and distance
- More transparency in the verification and approval process
- Better customer support and communication
- Affordable subscription options
Lonobo
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Luxy
- PrimeGreeting3 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Luxy BLACK$69.991 Month
- Luxy BLACK$99.991 Month
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- Luxy BLACK$119.991 Month
- Luxy BLACK$449.991 Year
- Luxy Coins$2.99
- Luxy Coins$14.99
- Luxy Coins$24.99
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- Luxy Coins$39.99
- Luxy Coins$149.99
Lonobo
No in-app purchases









