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Myngly vs BNI Connect® Mobile

Myngly 4.9★ · Free + IAP 85
Winner Myngly
BNI Connect® Mobile 4.9★ · Free to download 70

Myngly is the better choice for professionals seeking local, event-based networking with a modern, user-friendly interface, while BNI Connect Mobile is essential for existing BNI members to manage their referrals and chapter activities.

Full reviews: Myngly · BNI Connect® Mobile

Myngly excels as a modern, intuitive networking app, particularly for event-based connections within Texas, offering a more dynamic user experience. BNI Connect Mobile, while functional for its members, struggles with reliability and a less refined interface, though it's indispensable for tracking BNI-specific activities.

Head to head

Features & Networking Scope tieR1R4R8R11
Myngly Myngly users praise its ability to connect professionals at events, its location-based networking, and its unique 'GPS' feature to find people nearby R4R11. It's seen as a tool for making real, intentional connections, even being preferred over LinkedIn by some for its lack of spam . However, it is primarily focused on Texas, which is a significant limitation for users outside that state R1R8.
BNI Connect® Mobile BNI Connect Mobile is highly valued by its members for tracking referrals, one-to-ones, and CEU information, and for managing their BNI profile . It allows members to find others within their chapter and globally, facilitating referrals worldwide . However, some users report issues with the 'Search Worldwide' feature crashing .
Ease of Use & Interface edge: MynglyR8R9R21R22
Myngly Myngly is consistently described as user-friendly, easy to navigate, and intuitive R8R9R21R22. Users appreciate its modern and thoughtfully designed interface .
BNI Connect® Mobile BNI Connect Mobile receives mixed reviews regarding ease of use. Many users find it easy to use and navigate, especially for managing their BNI activities . However, some mention that the interface could be more intuitive or streamlined, and that it's not always easy to reach all options .
Reliability & Performance edge: MynglyR27R30R61R64
Myngly Myngly generally performs well, with users describing it as running smoothly R27R30. There are no significant complaints about crashes or unresponsiveness.
BNI Connect® Mobile BNI Connect Mobile has notable issues with reliability and performance. Users report the app being unresponsive, laggy, crashing frequently, and having problems with loading times R61R64. Some updates have reportedly caused the app to stop working for users .
Support & Responsiveness edge: MynglyR21R32R42R64
Myngly Myngly users have positive experiences with customer service, noting it as great and very responsive R21R32. The founder is also described as actively involved in helping users connect R42.
BNI Connect® Mobile Reviews for BNI Connect Mobile do not frequently mention direct customer support experiences. However, some users express frustration with persistent issues not being resolved, implying a lack of effective support or responsiveness to bugs R64R78.
Value for Price edge: MynglyR4R5R25R55
Myngly Myngly is a free app with in-app purchases, and users find it highly valuable for networking and making connections, even calling it a 'game changer' R4R25R55. The quality of professionals on the network is also highlighted R5.
BNI Connect® Mobile BNI Connect Mobile is free to download but requires a BNI membership to use, which users note is costly R64. While members find the app essential for tracking their BNI activities and ROI , some question the value given the app's performance issues, especially with rising membership costs R64.
Pick Myngly if

you are a professional in Texas looking for a modern, intuitive app to connect with others at local events and expand your network R1R4R8R9. You value a smooth user experience and responsive support R21R32.

Pick BNI Connect® Mobile if

you are an existing BNI member who needs to manage your referrals, track one-to-ones, and update your profile within the BNI ecosystem . You are willing to overlook occasional performance issues for the core BNI functionalities R64.

Evidence note: Myngly's reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with only one negative review related to its geographical restriction. BNI Connect Mobile has a higher number of reviews overall, but a significant portion of recent reviews highlight performance and reliability issues, contrasting with its high lifetime rating which likely reflects its necessity for BNI members despite flaws.

Frequently asked

Is Myngly available outside of Texas?
No, Myngly is currently restricted to Texas residents, and users outside of Texas will not be accepted R1.
Do I need a BNI membership to use BNI Connect Mobile?
Yes, BNI Connect Mobile is designed for existing BNI members and requires a membership to access its features, with some users noting the cost of membership R64R78.
Which app is better for finding networking events?
Myngly is highly praised for its ability to help users find and connect at networking events, with features like location-based networking and seeing who is around R4R9R11R51.
Which app is more reliable?
Myngly is generally reported to run smoothly with no significant performance issues R27R30, whereas BNI Connect Mobile users frequently report problems with unresponsiveness, lag, and crashes R61R64.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [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.
  2. [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.
  3. [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!
  4. [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!
  5. [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.
  6. [R21] Myngly 5/5 · US Amazing App: User friendly and great customer service
  7. [R22] Myngly 5/5 · US Great Networking App!: This is a must for networking! Easy to use & very helpful to connect!
  8. [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.
  9. [R30] Myngly 5/5 · US Real time networking: So far so good the user interface is easy to work with.
  10. [R61] BNI Connect® Mobile 1/5 · US Great app but takes forever to load: Be nice if IT could clean up the startup on this app...
  11. [R64] BNI Connect® Mobile 1/5 · US Please Fix: My rating has changed for the worse. Very unresponsive app and laggy. As a new BNI member, I would expect a higher quality app for a company that relies on logging things inside the app, especially considering the cost for membership going up. What else are we paying for?
  12. [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!
  13. [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!
  14. [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:
  15. [R25] Myngly 5/5 · US Just do it!: Honestly, this app is changing the landscape of networking. You can know before you go and just connect better. I’m excited to see it continue to grow but as it is - it is a game changer!
  16. [R55] Myngly 5/5 · US Myngly: This app is a game changer for networking. It was super easy to use and setup. Hoping to meet some genuine connections in the DFW area!
  17. [R78] BNI Connect® Mobile 1/5 · GB No access: I have been a BNI member for over a year now and have had no access to the APP after asking several times I've had no log on details, it would be good to have access so I can write a genuine review Peter Marshall BNI Tarporley
  18. [R51] Myngly 5/5 · US Love Myngly!!: Myngly helped me to find my first networking event, which I had an amazing time at. It’s such a great app to network and meet new people.

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