Social · iOS
GETTR - A Marketplace of Ideas
by GETTR USA, Inc
GETTR launched in mid-2021 as an alternative social networking platform positioning itself around minimal content moderation and free expression. Now at version 1.85.1 and still receiving updates into 2026, it has accumulated 24,000 ratings averaging 4.23 stars. At 282 MB it is not a light install, and the free price point with potential in-app purchases mirrors the structure of larger competitors. The platform functions as a fairly standard social feed with posts, photos, and video sharing built in.
What It Actually Delivers
The core experience covers the basics: text posts, photo sharing, video uploads, and a news-style feed. Nothing here is technically novel compared to platforms that have existed for years. The app has been maintained consistently, with a recent update in June 2026 suggesting the developer is not abandoning it. A 4.23 store rating across 24,000 reviews indicates a reasonably satisfied user base, though that audience skews toward users already ideologically aligned with the platform's stated mission.
Where It Struggles
At 282 MB the app carries a heavier footprint than its feature set seems to justify. The network effect problem is real here: a social platform lives or dies by who is on it, and GETTR's audience remains a fraction of mainstream competitors. If your contacts are not already on the platform, the experience is closer to broadcasting into a small room. The in-app purchase model is also unspecified in available details, which makes it hard to know what is eventually paywalled.
Who Should Consider It
Users who have grown frustrated with content moderation decisions on larger platforms and want a space with fewer restrictions will find GETTR the most relevant. Journalists, commentators, or individuals who have faced account restrictions elsewhere may get practical value from it as a secondary or backup network. For general audiences who simply want to stay in touch with a wide social circle, the limited user base makes it a harder sell as a primary platform.
Pros
- Free to download with ongoing active development through 2026
- Covers standard social features including text, photo, and video sharing
- Reasonable 4.23 star rating across a meaningful 24,000 review sample
- Offers an alternative for users who want a less moderated environment
Cons
- 282 MB install size feels disproportionate to the feature set offered
- Small user base limits practical social utility for most people
- In-app purchases exist but their scope is not clearly disclosed
- Platform appeal is narrow, limiting organic discovery and growth
- No differentiated technical features that set it apart from older, larger networks