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Head-to-head

Myngly vs Fishbowl

Myngly 4.9★ · Free + IAP 90
Winner Myngly
Fishbowl 4.6★ · Free to download 40

Myngly is the clear winner for local, event-based professional networking, offering a user-friendly and effective platform, while Fishbowl struggles with significant technical issues and moderation problems.

Full reviews: Myngly · Fishbowl

Myngly excels as a highly-rated, user-friendly networking app focused on local, in-person events, particularly in Texas. Fishbowl, despite a larger user base, is plagued by severe bugs, poor moderation, and unresponsive customer support, making it unreliable for many users.

Head to head

Features & Purpose edge: MynglyR4R7R11R23
Myngly Myngly is praised as an effective tool for connecting professionals at events, with a unique 'GPS' feature to see who is around R4R11. Users appreciate its focus on local community and purposeful connections, making it ideal for finding mentors, mentees, and business opportunities R7R23R42. Some users even prefer it over LinkedIn for making real connections without spam .
Fishbowl Fishbowl is valued for connecting professionals across various industries, offering a platform for anonymous discussions, salary insights, and sharing job-related information . However, some long-time users feel it has gone downhill, becoming more like Reddit with a less educated pool of answers and losing its original niche for specific professional advice . There are also concerns about content curation by companies and arbitrary moderation R66R70R84R85.
Ease of Use edge: MynglyR8R9R22R24
Myngly Myngly is consistently described as user-friendly, easy to navigate, and intuitive R8R9R22R24. Users appreciate the simple setup and smooth operation R27.
Fishbowl Fishbowl suffers from numerous usability issues. Many users report being stuck on the gender selection screen during sign-up . Other common complaints include difficulty updating personal information like job titles or workplaces , slow feed loading , and the keyboard covering the text box when replying to comments . The app also has issues with content sorting, showing the same popular posts repeatedly .
Reliability & Performance edge: MynglyR27R39R67R96
Myngly Myngly generally runs smoothly, with users praising its consistent performance R27R39. There are no significant reports of bugs or crashes.
Fishbowl Fishbowl is plagued by severe and persistent bugs. Users report constant server issues, inability to update profiles, and being unable to post or comment for weeks R67R96R100. Many users are unable to access their company's specific 'bowls' R96R114. The app is described as 'broken' and 'super buggy' by numerous reviewers R67R96R100.
Support edge: MynglyR21R32R42R100
Myngly Myngly receives positive feedback for its responsive customer service and the active involvement of its founder in helping users connect R21R32R42.
Fishbowl Fishbowl's customer support is widely criticized as non-existent. Users report sending multiple emails without any response or acknowledgement, especially when trying to resolve critical issues like being unable to post, update information, or access private bowls R100R102R112R114. This lack of support renders the app unusable for many R102.
Community & Exclusivity edge: MynglyR1R2R5R8
Myngly Myngly fosters a community of high-quality professionals, particularly in Texas, and is praised for connecting like-minded individuals R2R5R8. It's seen as a great way to meet new people and build real-life relationships . However, one significant drawback is its exclusivity to Texas residents, which frustrates users outside the state R1.
Fishbowl Fishbowl offers a broad community across various professions, allowing for anonymous discussions and sharing of experiences . However, some users feel the quality of answers has declined since it opened to more professions, making it less distinct from platforms like Reddit . There are also concerns about arbitrary moderation, with users being banned for comments not deemed offensive R70R84R85. Some users also worry about data privacy and the app potentially sharing data with employers .
Pick Myngly if

You are a professional in Texas looking for a highly effective, local, and event-focused networking tool with a strong community and responsive support R1R4R5R8. You value a user-friendly interface and purposeful connections over broad, anonymous discussions R9R24.

Pick Fishbowl if

You are looking for a platform for anonymous professional discussions across a wide range of industries and are willing to tolerate significant technical issues, poor moderation, and non-existent customer support R67R84. You prioritize the potential for insider information and salary insights, despite the risks of arbitrary bans or data concerns R85.

Evidence note: Myngly has a much smaller number of reviews, but they are overwhelmingly positive and consistent. Fishbowl has a very large number of reviews, but a significant portion of recent reviews highlight severe, recurring technical problems and lack of support, which heavily impacts its overall score despite some positive feedback on its core concept.

Frequently asked

Is Myngly only for Texas residents?
Yes, Myngly currently appears to be exclusive to Texas residents, with users outside the state reporting they cannot apply or use the service R1. However, some reviews mention a 'global innovation' and 'local community' which might suggest future expansion R12R19.
Can I trust Fishbowl for anonymous discussions?
While Fishbowl offers anonymous posting, some users report concerns about company demands influencing content curation, arbitrary moderation leading to bans, and the app potentially selling user data to employers, which could compromise anonymity and trust R66R70R84R85.
Does Fishbowl have good customer support?
No, Fishbowl is widely criticized for having non-existent customer support, with many users reporting that their emails and requests for help regarding critical app issues go unanswered R100R102R112R114.

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. [R4] Myngly 5/5 · US Best App to Network: This app is incredible I was at SXSW and I got to connect with so many incredible people. It is definitely worth to download if you are at an event and you want to see who is around and connect.
  2. [R7] Myngly 5/5 · US Great for new professionals: This app and community is a perfect chance to network with others in your area. I recommend joining!
  3. [R11] Myngly 5/5 · US Fantastic Networking Tool: This is such a great and creative networking tool. I really appreciate its unique ability to connect like-minded individuals through this platform. Love the sort of “GPS” feature to meet other young professionals. Such a fabulous idea!
  4. [R23] Myngly 5/5 · US Amazing Idea!: A master student right now this is a great way to expand your network!
  5. [R8] Myngly 5/5 · US Myngly is Awesome: Met the founder and some of her business partners at a networking event. What a great team and a great idea! They are laser focused on connecting professionals and helping build a collaborative atmosphere throughout Texas. Also the app is awesome and super user friendly!
  6. [R9] Myngly 5/5 · US Easy to Use: Love using this app to be able to see who will be at networking events in my area.
  7. [R22] Myngly 5/5 · US Great Networking App!: This is a must for networking! Easy to use & very helpful to connect!
  8. [R24] Myngly 5/5 · US App is very user friendly!: It's easy to navigate, view events, and discover connections
  9. [R27] Myngly 5/5 · US Good app: This app runs smooth. Like how they at using Google maps and when you get there it’s let’s people know.
  10. [R39] Myngly 5/5 · US Great tool!: Been riding the Myngly journey for the last 3 yrs and it just continues to improve.
  11. [R67] Fishbowl 1/5 · US Broken App: This app constantly has server issues so you can’t update your industry. Can’t update your email or can’t update your description either you can try to update it 4, 5+ or more times it just won’t stick the app and their servers don’t work.
  12. [R96] Fishbowl 1/5 · US Good concept. super buggy as of late: I am constantly booted from bowls within my own company to the point where it is becoming less if a point to use the app.
  13. [R21] Myngly 5/5 · US Amazing App: User friendly and great customer service
  14. [R32] Myngly 5/5 · US Founder: Myngly is awesome! Especially for being so early in their product journey. In less then 48 hours of downloading Myngly, a local investor connected with me and scheduled time to meet with my client. And a local CEO booked time with me for consulting services. Sara and the Myngly team are great and very responsive. Thanks team!
  15. [R42] Myngly 5/5 · US Great Networking Tool: Myngly is a useful networking platform for reaching out to workers in your area and fields of study. The founder is actively involved in helping all sorts of users connect with mentors, mentees, and opportunities for networking. It’s a distinct and simple platform for those looking to build connections and their network. Highly recommend!
  16. [R100] Fishbowl 1/5 · US The app is broken: Something is wrong with the app. I am now unable to make new posts or respond to new posts. But far more troubling is that there is no one working for the app who will respond anymore to any messages. This is my last attempt to see if they will respond before I delete the app.
  17. [R1] Myngly 1/5 · US Texas only: You have to apply; without a disclaimer, they only accept TX residents. This gated UX and exclusivity needs major reworking. Don't waste your time, folks.
  18. [R2] Myngly 5/5 · US Amazing connecting professionals: Love the app. And also love their events.
  19. [R5] Myngly 5/5 · US Myngly is the way to Network: I use Myngly as an event organizer because of the Quality of Professionals on the Network, I use it to promote and market the Oil Gas Global Network monthly mixers and National Business Expo, Houston Business Expo, Austin Business Expo, San Antonio Business Expo, Dallas Business Expo, and Bryan College Station Business Expo You can find more information about NBE at:
  20. [R12] Myngly 5/5 · US Marcela Ronquillo: Best networking app congratulations for this amazing global innovation!
  21. [R19] Myngly 5/5 · US Amazing: Great app to connect to your local community! Best way to connect to young professionals building their careers 🙌
  22. [R66] Fishbowl 3/5 · US I wish I could give 5 stars: But Fishbowl (like Glassdoor) is still bowing to the company demands to “curate” messages. You want 5 stars? Show users why they should trust the hard messages they have the courage to share aren’t erased by corporate interests.
  23. [R70] Fishbowl 1/5 · US Copywriter: Been closed out twice for comments that were not offensive or out of bounds at all. Seems arbitrary. Bit lame. Only use for job search stuff now and barely contribute original posts bc of the grandmas reporting comments for no reason.
  24. [R84] Fishbowl 3/5 · US Great app but a TON of snowflakes who report everything: Title says it all. No vetting on why people report you - you just get suspended if you have more than like 4 violations. You can get reported for saying anything that is right of center in the politics bowl or anything critical of COVID policies. Outside of this - it’s awesome. They need to come up with a support team to review the repor
  25. [R85] Fishbowl 1/5 · US They’ll Protect Big Companies.: I was banned from this app for leaving truthful reviews about my company. They sided with the leaders of my company who reported my very plain and matter-of-fact posts and replies as ‘vulgar and offensive’. This IS NOT an app that fosters open conversation, it’s a tool for companies to control their own external optics.
  26. [R102] Fishbowl 1/5 · US No support response - app unusable: App broke - now just says to try again later when trying to post/comment (on latest version). I’ve reached out twice for help/resolution and didn’t even get an acknowledgement. App is now unusable, with no explanation or help fixing it
  27. [R112] Fishbowl 1/5 · US Zero Support / Response: Can’t get support to verify title and restore access to private bowl. Have sent multiple Emails.
  28. [R114] Fishbowl 1/5 · US Kicked out of my work bowl: I was kicked out of my law firm’s bowl and cannot get back in. Was not given a reason. Sent emails to fishbowl which were ignored. App lacks support/customer service.

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