Belong
Belong: A free iOS community app for finding local people, groups, events and experiences. Ranked #54 of 54 in Online Community Platforms by our editors (3.1/10); pricing: Free plan; best for local interest and experience groups.
At a glance
- Editor score3.1 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forLocal interest and experience groups
- Free planYes
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Combines local discovery, communities, chat and posts in one app
- Compatibility matching, personality discovery and verified profiles
- Free download with location-based recommendations and optional subscriptions
Where it doesn't
- Available only on iOS
- No integrations or broader platform support
- Pricing varies by country, with subscriptions and credits in the app
Our verdict on Belong
Belong is a mobile social networking app for adults who want to meet people, join local communities and build in-person connections. Its focus is local interest and experience groups: users can discover events, plans and recommendations, see who is attending, join communities, chat with members, share posts and view verified profiles. Compatibility matching and a personality quiz add a discovery layer for people looking to find relevant connections rather than simply browse a general social feed.
The product’s strongest fit is its combination of local discovery and community interaction. Members can move from location-based recommendations to interest groups, direct chat and shared experiences within the same mobile app. Verified profiles and compatibility-based matching support the goal of finding people with similar interests. That narrow focus makes Belong more suitable for individuals and solo users seeking local social connections than for organizations that need a structured community platform, integrations or extensive administration features.
Belong is available as a free download and use, with optional subscriptions, credits and in-app purchases; pricing varies by country. The app is offered on iOS, with email listed as a support channel. Buyers should choose Belong for mobile-first local discovery, community participation and person-to-person connection. It is less suitable for teams seeking multi-platform access, connected business tools, detailed moderation controls or a broader ecosystem around their community.
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Belong fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Member limit | Not verified |
| Moderation tools | Not verified |
| Private groups | Not verified |
| Direct messaging | Yes |
| Custom domain | Not verified |
| Mobile apps | Native apps |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | belong.me |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
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