Bridgefy vs Cleanrows
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Cleanrows
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
Bridgefy ships an update weekly, Cleanrows fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bridgefy | Cleanrows |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (64 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 20.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 64 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bridgefy, 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
Bridgefy
- Remove Ads$0.991 Month
- Bridgefy Plus$1.991 Month
- Bridgefy Plus$19.991 Year
- Lifetime Subscription$29.99
Cleanrows
- Cleanrows Premium Account Upgrade$14.99
- Cleanrows One Month Subscription$17.99
- Cleanrows 3 Months Subscription$39.99









