In short: Key takeaways
- Open any friend's profile to view "What You'd Both Love", a live intersection of unseen movies matching both of your tastes and streaming services.
- See your Squad Rating Average (S.R.A) right next to global scores on every movie page.
- Spot exact craft disagreements: see when you gave Cinematography 10/10 while your mate gave Storyline 4/10.
- Swipe Moviematches or launch a 5-second Squad Poll when it is time to pick tonight's film.
| Capability | moviemates.social | LetterMatch / Blendboxd | Flixr / Montir |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live watchlist & taste intersection | Built into every mate's profile ("What You'd Both Love") | Requires typing usernames into external website | iOS-only app |
| Group score on every movie page | Live Squad Rating Average (S.R.A) | Not shown inside your main movie app | Compatibility % only |
| Craft-by-craft comparison (Acting, Story, Score) | Full 10-craft breakdown per friend | Single star rating only | ELO or swipe only |
| Group voting & swiping | Both Moviematches swiping & 5-second Squad Polls | No live voting polls | Swiping only |
| Cross-platform (iOS, Android, Web) | Works on all devices instantly for free | Web utility only | Restricted to iOS |
Why taste comparison belongs inside your movie app, not on a separate website
Community tools like LetterMatch, Twinboxd, and Blendboxd proved how badly film lovers want to compare watchlists and ratings with their friends. But copying usernames into an external browser tab every time you want to watch a movie quickly gets old.
On moviemates.social, your real-life friends are wired into the core experience. Tap any mate's profile to see your shared watchlist matches, or open any film to see every friend's 100-point craft breakdown stacked side by side.
Frequently asked questions
How can I compare my movie ratings and watchlist with a friend?
Add your friend as a mate on moviemates.social (you can both import your Letterboxd or IMDb history in seconds). Every movie page will show your side-by-side 10-craft ratings and Squad Rating Average, and their profile will display "What You'd Both Love" for unseen films.
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