Comparison

Bridgefy vs Cleanrows

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

Head to head
About

Bridgefy

Communicate with others nearby without an internet connection using Bluetooth technology. Ideal for crowded events, travel, or emergencies, this app allows for both public and private messaging within a limited range.

Highlights
  • Offline messaging via Bluetooth
  • No internet required after initial login
  • Message people nearby (up to 330 feet)
  • Public and private chat options
  • No need to add contacts
Features
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IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE INTERNET THE FIRST TIME YOU OPEN THE APP SO YOU CAN LOG IN. After that, no Internet is needed again. Bridgefy: Messaging Without the Internet Bridgefy lets you send messages when there is no Internet. Use it at concerts, sports events, on trips, or during emergencies to stay in touch with the people around you. More than 12.5 million people worldwide already use Bridgefy to stay connected when it matters most. Key Features: Offline Messaging: Use Bluetooth to send messages to people nearby (up to 330 feet or 100 meters). No Contacts Needed: You don’t need to add contacts—just start chatting with nearby Bridgefy users. Private Chats: Send private messages after interacting in the Public Chat—tap on someone’s avatar to start a one-on-one conversation. How to Get Started: 1. Turn on Bluetooth. 2. Open Bridgefy with an active Internet connection (this is required only the first time to activate the app). 3. Once activated, go to the Public Chat to message people nearby. 4. Tap on someone’s avatar if you want to send them private messages. Note: Public Chat messages are visible to everyone nearby also using Bridgefy. Subscription: By Subscribe, you agree to the Terms of Services and Privacy Policy. Terms of Services: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://bridgefy.me/privacy-policy

About

Cleanrows

Features
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Cleanrows is a social networking app that allows users to share posts, follow other users, and interact through comments. Users can create a profile, publish content, explore a personalized feed, and connect with people who share similar interests. Cleanrows also includes AI-powered features that allow users to chat with an artificial intelligence assistant to learn new topics, ask questions, and improve their knowledge. Users can create personal readlists to save notes, organize what they learn, and track their progress over time. They can also follow other users’ notes and readlists to discover new ideas and shared knowledge.

Screenshots

Bridgefy3 screens
Cleanrows4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cleanrows at none against Bridgefy's shown. Cleanrows also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Bridgefy's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bridgefy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Cleanrows sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bridgefy ships an update weekly, Cleanrows fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bridgefy versus Cleanrows: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBridgefyCleanrows
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (64 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings64 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBridgefy, Inc.Furkan Zengin

Bugs and requests

Bridgefy

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login/sign-up issues
  • Unable to detect nearby users
  • Notifications not working
  • Crashes and freezes

Requested features

3 requests
  • Extend communication range
  • Add profile pictures and discovery
  • Improve reliability and connectivity

Cleanrows

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Bridgefy

Subscriptions3
  • Remove Ads$0.991 Month
  • Bridgefy Plus$1.991 Month
  • Bridgefy Plus$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Subscription$29.99
3 purchases

Cleanrows

One-time3
  • Cleanrows Premium Account Upgrade$14.99
  • Cleanrows One Month Subscription$17.99
  • Cleanrows 3 Months Subscription$39.99

Questions

Is Bridgefy free?
Bridgefy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cleanrows free?
Cleanrows is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bridgefy or Cleanrows have ads?
Bridgefy shows ads; Cleanrows does not.
Which is updated more often, Bridgefy or Cleanrows?
Bridgefy ships an update weekly, and Cleanrows fortnightly. Most recently, Bridgefy was updated on October 16, 2026 and Cleanrows on October 14, 2026.

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