# Minds.com vs Thread

Minds.com and Thread both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of Minds.com's written reviews are positive against 0% of Thread's. Minds.com also leads on ratings volume (1.6K vs 12). Thread's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Minds.com sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Thread asks for nothing beyond the download.

Thread holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Minds.com has 1.6K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Minds.com's written reviews are positive against 0% of Thread's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Minds.com ships an update every 5 weeks, Thread fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Minds.com | Thread |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindscom/id961771928/reviews) | **[4.5 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-tapestry/id1400516973/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **74.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 36 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MINDS.ORG, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/961771927) | [Thrive Software, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1400516972) |

## What reviewers say

### Minds.com

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindscom/id961771928)

An open-source social network focused on internet freedom, privacy, and free speech. Users can earn crypto rewards and have control over their social media experience. The platform prioritizes transparency and community governance.

**Highlights:** Open source platform, Free speech focus, Privacy protection, Earn crypto rewards, Community governance, Transparent algorithms

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus Daily Test Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Plus Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly Subscription | $69.99 | per month |
| Plus Yearly Subscription | $129.99 | per year |
| Boost.Consumable $1 | $1.00 | one-time |
| Boost.Consumable $10 | $10.00 | one-time |
| Boost.Consumable $30 | $30.00 | one-time |
| Boost.Consumable $300 | $300.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🔒 Uncensored platform
- 💰 Ability to earn crypto
- 🗣️ Supports free speech

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🤔 Confusing interface
- 🤷‍♂️ Limited user base
- 🤖 Presence of bots/trolls

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Inconsistent video playback
- Posting/commenting problems

**Requested features**

- Improved search and discovery
- Better content organization
- Integration with other platforms
- Enhanced moderation tools


### Thread

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-tapestry/id1400516973)

This app connects students with volunteers and collaborators to build a supportive community. It aims to improve educational and economic outcomes by fostering service and social well-being.

**Highlights:** Connects students with volunteers, Facilitates collaboration, Supports educational attainment, Promotes social well-being, Reconfigures social support structures

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Minds.com free?

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

### Is Thread free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Minds.com or Thread?

Thread is rated higher. Minds.com averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Thread averages 4.5 from 12 ratings.

### Do Minds.com or Thread have ads?

Minds.com shows ads; Thread does not.

### Which is updated more often, Minds.com or Thread?

Minds.com ships an update every 5 weeks, and Thread fortnightly. Most recently, Minds.com was updated on October 12, 2026 and Thread on October 2, 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.*