Comparison

Jigsaw® Dating vs Lalapinta

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Jigsaw® Dating

This app facilitates real-life connections through curated singles events and an integrated online platform. It offers a unique dating experience focused on personality and meaningful conversations, with in-app sessions to support users in their dating journey.

Highlights
  • Monthly singles events across the US
  • Online and offline conversation features
  • Verified user profiles
  • In-app dating sessions and coaching
  • Curated events for various interests
  • Dedicated support team
Features
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A new dating experience for people ready to find a relationship. Relationships are formed in real life and we're here to make that journey as exciting as possible. We provide the best online and offline dating experience by hosting a variety of events across the US every month and our app is the ultimate companion to make it happen. We're constantly expanding to add more cities and different event styles, giving you the freedom to choose what works best for you. With your membership, you unlock unlimited access to our monthly singles events and you'll get to connect in the app after you've met! Plus, enjoy exclusive event perks (like flexible tickets, access to exclusive members-only presales, and more!) At Jigsaw Dating, we're all about providing you with the smoothest, most enjoyable dating experience. If you're dedicated to finding your missing piece, you're at the right place. MONTHLY SINGLES EVENTS Our variety of dating events are curated to help you connect in spaces that suit you best. Our collection of events range from mixer-style happy hours and cozy coffee shop speed dates, to singles pickleball, arcade night, and more. We have over 100 events per month in major cities across the US and each has a dedicated host to kickstart the fun. Members get more, but our events are open to everyone with a ticket! OFFLINE AND ONLINE CONVERSATIONS Missed a connection or want to meet more people? We’ve got you. Spark a new connection or keep the conversation going after the event with the safety and comfort of the app! Everyone in the app is fully verified to ensure no bots or scammers, powered by Yoti, our security partner. Online, you’ll meet other genuine singles who are committed to finding a real-life relationship, in your own time. Every day, you'll receive matches selected based on compatibility with other singles in your area. LEARN MORE ABOUT YOURSELF Jigsaw Dating understands that meeting in person can sometimes feel a bit daunting. That's why Jigsaw Dating has designed tailored in-app sessions just for you. Starting with an introductory session designed to understand where you are in your dating journey, Jigsaw Dating customizes your experience and supports you in reaching your dating goals. Members get more with curated dating sessions, content, and coaching tips, all designed to help you boost your confidence and find a healthy relationship. DEDICATED SUPPORT The Jigsaw team is dedicated to helping you find your missing piece, so don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or ideas! Our entire dating experience has been designed with our members' feedback at the forefront of each feature, event, and offering. The Jigsaw team can be found on email or messenger anytime and at the events you will be welcomed each time by our dedicated team of hosts. SUBSCRIPTION INFO Payments to join our community will be charged to your Apple ID account when your purchase is confirmed. Your subscription automatically renews unless you've turned off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period; you can manage your subscription settings and turn off auto-renewal by going to the subscriptions section of your Apple ID account. Support: support@jigsaw.co Terms of Service: https://jigsaw.co/us-terms Privacy Policy: https://jigsaw.co/us-privacy PIECE & LOVE xoxo

About

Lalapinta

Connect with others, share stories, and support local businesses. Discover opportunities and celebrate culture within a dedicated digital community. Engage through posts, videos, live streams, and direct messaging.

Highlights
  • Create posts, photos, and videos
  • Watch and share short-form videos
  • Live streaming with guests
  • Private messaging and calls
  • Local marketplace for buying and selling
  • Join community groups and events
  • Business profiles and pages
Features
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Lalapinta – Sierra Leone's Digital Community Welcome to Lalapinta, the social platform built for Sierra Leone and Sierra Leoneans around the world. Lalapinta is more than a social media app—it's a place where people connect, share stories, support local businesses, discover opportunities, and celebrate Sierra Leonean culture. Whether you're in Freetown, Bo, Kenema, Makeni, Kono, Port Loko, or anywhere around the world, Lalapinta brings the community together in one place. Share Your Story Create posts, upload photos and videos, write updates, and share moments with your friends and followers. Watch Reels Discover entertaining short videos from creators across Sierra Leone. Watch, like, comment, and share your favorite content. Go Live Start live video broadcasts, invite guests to join your stream, interact with viewers in real time, receive reactions, and build your audience. Chat Without Limits Stay connected through private messaging, voice messages, voice calls, and video calls with friends, family, and your community. Marketplace Buy and sell locally with confidence. Browse products, discover local businesses, become a verified seller, and connect directly with buyers and sellers across Sierra Leone. Build Your Community Follow creators, join groups, discover local events, support businesses, and connect with people who share your interests. Designed for Sierra Leone Lalapinta is built with Sierra Leone at its heart. We believe local creators, entrepreneurs, artists, students, businesses, and communities deserve a platform where their voices can be discovered and celebrated. Features • Create Posts • Share Photos & Videos • Watch Reels • Live Streaming with Guests • Private Messaging • Voice & Video Calls • Marketplace • Business Profiles • Community Groups • Pages • Notifications • User Verification • Beautiful Camera Filters • Secure Accounts • Fast & Modern Experience We're just getting started. Our mission is to build the digital home for Sierra Leone—bringing together people, businesses, creators, and communities in one platform. Download Lalapinta today and become part of Sierra Leone's digital community.

Screenshots

Jigsaw® Dating4 screens
Lalapinta4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lalapinta at 100% against Jigsaw® Dating's 32%. Lalapinta also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 weeks). Jigsaw® Dating's advantage is ratings volume (3.3K vs 3) and chart position (#164 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Jigsaw® Dating sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Lalapinta sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Lalapinta holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Jigsaw® Dating has 3.3K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Jigsaw® Dating's written reviews are positive against 100% of Lalapinta's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jigsaw® Dating ships an update every 4 weeks, Lalapinta every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Jigsaw® Dating versus Lalapinta: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJigsaw® DatingLalapinta
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3.3K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.3K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#164 — better—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size105 MB189 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperJigsaw Dating LimitedMohamed Sesay

Customer experience

Jigsaw® Dating

All ratings3,307 ratings
Positive82.0%
Neutral6.0%
Negative11.9%
Written reviews223 reviews
Positive31.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative61.9%

Lalapinta

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Jigsaw® Dating

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Delayed or failed message delivery
  • Issues with profile editing and photo uploads

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow users to filter by preferences
  • Improve in-app messaging and notifications
  • Provide more transparency around event details
  • Implement better account management options

Lalapinta

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Jigsaw® Dating

Subscriptions8
  • Subscription$4.997 Days
  • Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 5 more
  • Subscription$15.991 Month
  • Subscription$19.991 Month
  • Unlimited - 3 Months - Aug$49.993 Months
  • Premium 3 months$49.993 Months
  • Unlimited - 1 Year - Aug$79.991 Year
One-time2
  • Power-up$4.99
  • Jigsaw Premium 1 Year One time$79.99
6 purchases

Lalapinta

One-time6
  • Lalapinta$0.99
  • Lalapinta$3.99
  • Lalapinta$8.99
Show 3 more
  • Lalapinta$17.99
  • Lalapinta$44.99
  • Lalapinta$89.99

Questions

Is Jigsaw® Dating free?
Jigsaw® Dating is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lalapinta free?
Lalapinta is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Jigsaw® Dating or Lalapinta?
Lalapinta is rated higher. Jigsaw® Dating averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Lalapinta averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Jigsaw® Dating or Lalapinta have ads?
Neither Jigsaw® Dating nor Lalapinta shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jigsaw® Dating or Lalapinta?
Jigsaw® Dating ships an update every 4 weeks, and Lalapinta every 4 days. Most recently, Jigsaw® Dating was updated on November 6, 2026 and Lalapinta on November 5, 2026.

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