Features Users Want Most in Forum Apps

Based on 610 real App Store reviews, here's exactly what users wish Forum apps would build.

Missing Features

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78/100

Opportunity

Most-Requested Missing Features

Features users are literally asking for in their reviews, ranked by demand.

#1: Effective ad management options

High Demand

"I’d pay $10 for Tapatalk without ads, but not for a recurring subscription."

"Ads are ruining this app, need better control."

#2: Reliable login and password reset process

High Demand

"Can't even login to the app, constant system errors."

"Won’t allow me to register, keeps giving an error message."

#3: Enhanced moderation tools

Medium Demand

"Moderation is beyond bad, perpetuates hate."

"Harassment and cyber bullying is promoted on this app."

#4: Efficient search functionality

Medium Demand

"Search is terrible, makes it hard to find what I need."

"No search function makes it frustrating to navigate."

#5: Improved image and media handling

Medium Demand

"No images load, missing out on content."

"Can't upload pics on iPhone, missing upload options."

Build Recommendations

Prioritized actions based on user demand and market opportunity.

Implement a robust ad management system allowing users to opt-out or reduce ads visibly.

Enhance app stability by resolving frequent crash issues, particularly post-update.

Develop advanced moderation tools to better manage community interactions and content.

Optimize login and registration workflows to ensure seamless user access.

Improve media handling capabilities, particularly for image uploads and viewing.

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Features Users Want Most in Forum Apps

Most-Requested Missing Features

#1: Effective ad management options

#2: Reliable login and password reset process

#3: Enhanced moderation tools

#4: Efficient search functionality

#5: Improved image and media handling

Build Recommendations

Implement a robust ad management system allowing users to opt-out or reduce ads visibly.

Enhance app stability by resolving frequent crash issues, particularly post-update.

Develop advanced moderation tools to better manage community interactions and content.

Optimize login and registration workflows to ensure seamless user access.

Improve media handling capabilities, particularly for image uploads and viewing.

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