Report updated Mar 26, 2026
Roomster
v1.16.67Students, professionals, and individuals relocating globally who are seeking safe, flexible, and affordable shared housing solutions.
What Is Roomster?
Launched Mar 15, 2016
Updated Mar 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
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Key Features
Combines automated smart checks with human moderation to verify user identities and reduce fraud.
Search for rooms and roommates across 192 countries with filters for budget, lifestyle, and amenities.
Private communication channel that allows users to chat without sharing personal contact information.
Integration of social media links to build trust and verify user profiles.
Instant notifications for new messages, likes, and listings that match user preferences.
Recent User Sentiment iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a upset sentiment. Users appreciate concept potential, but report aggressive paywall and fraud and scams.”
What Users Love
Great concept and idea
In theory, the app is great
Pain Points
Ridiculous paywall for necessary feature
You can't even do the basic function of messaging someone without paying
None of the search features work... you’re more likely to meet a bug than someone still using this app and when you do they WILL BE SCAMMERS
I never found anything but scams
High confidence · 99 reviews available
App Store Performance
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Grossing | #53 | ▲7 |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Long-standing brand history (since 2003)
- Extensive global footprint covering 192 countries
- Established ID validation infrastructure
Cons
- Catastrophic user sentiment due to aggressive paywalls
- High volume of reported bot activity and scams
- Ineffective customer support and billing transparency
Market Outlook
Growth Opportunities
- Market gap for a trust-first competitor
- Opportunity to capture users fleeing Roomster due to billing frustrations
- Potential to implement transparent, usage-based pricing
Market Threats
- Reputation damage leading to potential platform delisting
- Niche competitors focusing on specific demographics
- Shift in user preference toward free social-media-based housing groups
Key Takeaways
Roomster is a upsetting lifestyle app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 3.6/5 rating from 56.4K reviews, it upsets most users from users. Users particularly appreciate concept potential, though aggressive paywall remains a common concern.
Best for: Students, professionals, and individuals relocating globally who are seeking safe, flexible, and affordable shared housing solutions.
App Details & Pricing
Model: freemium
Uses a 'freemium' model to drive high user acquisition, gating core communication features behind a subscription to monetize the matching process.
iOS Version
1.16.67
Android Version
1.1.092
Release Date
Mar 15, 2016
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
Roomster Corp.