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Azar

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User verdict / 100 High confidence In trouble

Azar's recent updates have significantly degraded the user experience, transforming it from a free, randomized video chat app into a paid, invitation-based platform with numerous technical issues and a perceived increase in fake profiles and scammers.

4.3★ lifetime (102,016) Free + in-app purchases since 2015 by Hyperconnect LLC updated 0.3 mo ago recent negative 71% 120 reviews across 3 regions
New Update Monetization Scammers & Fakes Technical Issues Live Streaming/Old Features
5★44
4★8
3★6
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1★126
recent reviews across 3 regions, vs the 4.3★ lifetime average

Recent reviews for Azar indicate a strong negative sentiment due to significant changes in the app's functionality and monetization model. Users are frustrated with the new update, citing a shift from free, random video chats to a system requiring payment for basic features and encountering issues like account suspensions and connection problems. While the lifetime rating is high, the recent trajectory is sharply negative.

What users like

  • Some users still find the app fun and have made real-life friends through itR92R146R147R191
  • It can be a good platform for learning languagesR133

What users complain about

  • The new update is widely disliked, making the app boring and difficult to useR5R7R10R13
  • Many essential features, such as gender preference and unlimited chats, now require payment or in-app purchases (gems)R3R12R15R38
  • Users report issues with automatic charges and money being taken without clear warning or benefitR8R34R47R51
  • There are frequent reports of scammers and fake profiles on the platformR2R36R51R55
  • The live streaming feature has been removed in some regions, like the US and Middle EastR4R59R62
  • Users experience technical problems such as connection issues, app closing conversations, and accounts being suspended without reasonR3R11R17R28
  • The app is perceived to have a high number of male users, with many just skipping through connectionsR54R56
  • Some users report encountering inappropriate content or requests for explicit materialR52R114

Latest update · v7.7.0

What the developer says changed (the verdict above weighs this against what reviewers report):

More ways to connect with people who matter. Here's what's new! Super Invite Found someone you can’t wait to befriend? Super Invite sends a stronger signal of interest — So you can stand out and be noticed first. Go ahead — make your move.

Recurring themes

New Update negative
The most prevalent complaint is about the recent update, which users describe as 'garbage,' 'boring,' and 'the worst.' Many wish for the old version to be restored, citing changes to the matching system and overall user interface.R5R7R10R13
Monetization negative
Users are highly critical of the app's shift towards a 'pay to win' model, where features like gender preference, unlimited calls, and even basic conversation require purchasing gems or subscriptions. Many feel it's a 'money grab' and that their money is often wasted or taken automatically.R3R8R12R15
Scammers & Fakes negative
A significant number of reviews mention encountering scammers, fake profiles, and even explicit content, leading to a perception that the app is not a safe or genuine platform for connecting with people.R2R36R51R52
Technical Issues negative
Reviewers report various technical problems, including connection issues, conversations closing unexpectedly, inability to upload photos, and accounts being suspended without clear reasons. Some also note the app not working in certain regions or after the 'AI' update.R3R11R17R28
Live Streaming/Old Features negative
Many users lament the removal of the live streaming feature and the shift away from the old random video chat format, which they preferred. This change has led some to abandon the app.R4R15R42R50

Who it's for

Azar is for users who are willing to pay for features to connect with people globally and are comfortable with a 'tinder-like' invitation system R50. It might appeal to those looking for a diverse range of people to meet, potentially for language exchange R133. It is NOT for users seeking a free, randomized video chat experience R15, those who are easily frustrated by technical bugs and unexpected charges R8R34, or those concerned about encountering scammers and inappropriate content R2R52.

Evidence note: The recent reviews are overwhelmingly negative, with a significant portion expressing strong dissatisfaction with the latest update and monetization strategy. While there are some positive reviews, many are short, generic, or appear to be unrelated to the app's core functionality. The developer's notes mention 'Super Invite' which aligns with user complaints about needing to invite people first, confirming a major change that is disliked.

Frequently asked

What happened to the old Azar update?
The old Azar update, which featured free randomized video chats, has been replaced by a new version that users widely dislike, describing it as boring and less functional R15R20R41.
Does Azar require payment to use?
Yes, many essential features on Azar, such as selecting gender preferences or having extended conversations, now require payment through in-app purchases like 'gems' or subscriptions R3R12R124.
Are there scammers on Azar?
Yes, multiple recent reviews report encountering scammers, fake profiles, and even individuals seeking explicit content on Azar R2R36R52R55.
Why was live streaming removed from Azar?
Live streaming has been removed from Azar in certain regions, including the US and the Middle East, a change that has disappointed many users R4R59R62.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R92] 3/5 · US I like it but... Me gusta pero...: I discovered this application thanks to a youtuber called Auron Play, I downloaded the application and used it Descubrí esta app por un youtuber y desde entonces la uso... It's very fun to see random people, just like there are people who aren't very nice either, but it's kind of fun, and I also made cool friends that I met on that app and I met them in perso
  2. [R146] 5/5 · CA Azar is great: I love Azar its so much fun, mew a few ppl that I know n met in real life on there it's a new step into alternatives for omegle
  3. [R147] 5/5 · CA It's beautiful and funny, you meet new people. I loved it a lot. · translated
  4. [R191] 5/5 · AU Good for me: I have a lovely friend from this app 😂😊
  5. [R133] 4/5 · CA 🤔: its a good app but getting ban that quick means useless for using vip i have one incident that a girl show something then after that iam the one being ban but its a good app you can learn alot of language here
  6. [R5] 1/5 · US Azar: The new facade is very boring, we want the old facade🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
  7. [R7] 2/5 · US The old version is the best: I’ve been using this app for almost 2 years and now time to look for another app can provide me a better video chat experience
  8. [R10] 2/5 · US Old update: I want the old update better than this. I don't want to work with the new update.
  9. [R13] 1/5 · US New update is GARBAGE: You should go back to the old version
  10. [R3] 1/5 · US Not optimal: This is the second time where I messenge someone after the app decides to close the convo on me, vc mind you with no anything, they just close it, so I’m guessing they want you to pay which I did but they restrict other person with the same thing so there is no point, stick to another app, they just want your money ggs
  11. [R12] 1/5 · US Trash. Garbage. Money grab.: Not much else to say. Tried it out, deleted after 5 minutes. They take advantage of people’s isolation and depression and profit off it. EVERY FEATURE COSTS MONEY.
  12. [R15] 1/5 · US Changed: Azar use to be 100% free randomized video chats where you could talk to anyone around the world, and now it’s basically a glorified tinder what happened?
  13. [R38] 1/5 · US pay to win: no thank you.
  14. [R8] 1/5 · US Terrible update, they take your money automatically).: I highly advise against downloading the new update of Azar. It is a total failure. Especially when it comes to subscriptions, they charge you and take your money without clear warning. Do not subscribe and do not download it
  15. [R34] 2/5 · US Stop taking the point for free: The app is good but you keep they keep stealing the credit without even you actually connecting with anyone
  16. [R47] 1/5 · US steals your money: The app is very opportunistic and manipulates algorithms.
  17. [R51] 1/5 · US Fake: Stolen all credit whit false people
  18. [R2] 1/5 · US Scammers: Scammers
  19. [R36] 1/5 · US Fake Profiles: I can tell high majority of the people and profiles on this app are bots and fakes I had a profile for so many years and decided to try it again. Worse decision ever made
  20. [R55] 1/5 · US Scammers: Don’t try won’t worth it
  21. [R4] 1/5 · US No live here in US!!!: The used to love this app but since they took off the live streaming here in US (no lobby) then I disliked it now idk why they guys took it off?
  22. [R59] 1/5 · US Why banning in middle East?: Five stars until you banned it in Middle East. Very upsetting I’m rating it one star now it was my favorite app :( very upsetting
  23. [R62] 1/5 · US Why was the live stream canceled??!! · translated
  24. [R11] 2/5 · US Why can i not put my photo?: I saw this in YouTube/YouTuber I’m 26 years old and when I tried putting my photo, I couldn’t ad a photo. Please fix this bug Azar. From,Apple
  25. [R17] 1/5 · US 👎: It doesn't work after I show my face why is it like that?!
  26. [R28] 1/5 · US Problem of connecting: Problem of connection i
  27. [R54] 1/5 · US Just a bunch of guys staring at the camera skipping: More of what you would think and app like this is full of. Only men being awkward.
  28. [R56] 1/5 · US It’s about skip skip and skip, you can’t have any conversation: Not practical, if you pay all what got is skip 98% of the time. All the people are low IQ teenagers
  29. [R52] 1/5 · US There are so many perverts inside: This is not a chat and dating platform at all, but a pornography trading platform. Change the name! It's truly an eyesore inside! · translated
  30. [R114] 3/5 · CA Le monde es méchante: Il y a du monde qui nous demmande de montrer montre partie intime
  31. [R42] 1/5 · US POS: They removed video chats so you can’t ft who you meet. It’s really went down hill!!!
  32. [R50] 1/5 · US So Bad the New tinder updates: Ohh! Azar was the best for video chating , but now they acting like tinder app which so bad , and no body will use azar with this update , so the question is ? You u will get back the old version include video calls or not !!
  33. [R20] 1/5 · US The worst app: The update the app and now it’s the worst thing ever
  34. [R41] 1/5 · US Last update: Since the latest update, it has become incredibly boring. It used to be the number one app for video chat, but now it has turned into the worst, just like all the others.
  35. [R124] 3/5 · CA To pick a gender preference I have to pay: Everything was great until I find out I have to go through guys in order to meet a girl and for me to pick the gender preference I’d have to pay. That’s so stupid

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store