# NYCService vs Grid

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Grid at 83% against NYCService's 0%. Grid also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (68 vs 4). NYCService's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Grid sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.00 per 7 days. NYCService asks for nothing beyond the download.

Grid holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grid has 68 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of NYCService's written reviews are positive against 83% of Grid's.

## The numbers

| Metric | NYCService | Grid |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nycservice/id984030812/reviews) | **[4.4 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-dating-app/id6474217376/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **68** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **83.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 154 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Department of Information Technology And Telecomm](https://appshunter.io/developer/324897622) | [JKR Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1721072204) |

## What reviewers say

### NYCService

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nycservice/id984030812)

This app connects New Yorkers with volunteer opportunities to serve their city and each other. Easily find and apply for roles that match your interests and skills, making a positive impact on your community.

**Highlights:** Create or log into user profile, Filter opportunities by category, Browse and apply for roles, Bookmark favorite opportunities, Connect with city service initiatives

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Grid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-dating-app/id6474217376)

This app connects you with potential dates based on shared favorite locations like restaurants and bars. Discover people who enjoy the same places, plan your dates at spots you both love, and spend less time swiping and more time meeting up.

**Highlights:** Match by location, Choose date venues, Discover compatible users, Plan date requests, In-app chat, Safety guidelines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.00 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| 3 Months | $18.95 | per 3 months |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique location-based dating concept
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🚀 Takes the hassle out of planning dates
- ✨ Refreshing experience compared to other apps
- 💬 Encourages real conversations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and errors
- 📍 Location issues (stuck in NYC)
- 🤷‍♂️ Limited options and neighborhoods
- 🤥 Scams and waste of time mentioned
- 😵 Confusing interface for some

**Reported bugs**

- App gives error messages on opening
- App insists user is in New York and cannot change location
- Profile keeps getting deleted, requiring re-signup daily
- Cannot see all matches for each place

**Requested features**

- Expand to more neighborhoods/cities beyond NYC
- Fix location settings for users outside NYC
- Allow users to see all matches for a place
- Improve user profile deletion/creation process


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NYCService free?

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

### Is Grid free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NYCService or Grid?

Grid is rated higher. NYCService averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Grid averages 4.4 from 68 ratings.

### Do NYCService or Grid have ads?

Grid shows ads; NYCService does not.

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