r/BadApps • • Apr 07 '14

Mission complete! Virus Shield - Fraudulent

71 Upvotes

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deviant.security.shield

Check out the AP article - it's literally just changing an icon from an X (denoting unprotected) to a check mark (denoting protected), when it promises the following:

Virus Shield is an Antivirus that protects you and your personal information from harmful viruses, malware, and spyware. Improve the speed of your phone with just one click. This app was designed so that anyone can use and protect their phone. ► Prevents harmful apps from being installed on your device. ► Scans apps, settings, files, and media in real time ► Protects your personal information ► Strong antivirus signature detection ► Very low impact on battery life ► Runs in the background ► No, ZERO pesky advertisments


r/BadApps • • May 05 '25

Yourselfirst app disappointing quizzes and billing issues

57 Upvotes

I recently downloaded the Yourselfirst app, expecting engaging personality tests and self-improvement tools based on its description. My experience, however, was underwhelming, and I’m wondering if others have had similar issues.

The app promotes an initial quiz for £1.99, which seems reasonable, but I was charged £23.99 a week later for a monthly subscription. The subscription process wasn’t clearly explained during signup, and locating the cancellation option required navigating several settings menus. I also received frequent notifications encouraging me to purchase additional features, which I had to disable manually. I submitted a support request through the app’s contact form about the billing issue but haven’t received a response after three days.

The quizzes were repetitive, with questions similar to those on free online platforms, like “Do you enjoy trying new things?” The results provided broad statements, such as having “varied traits,” without offering specific or meaningful insights. The “28-day challenges” consisted of basic daily prompts to journal or set goals, which felt unoriginal for a paid app. The app’s performance was sluggish on my Android device, with occasional unresponsive buttons, and it crashed once during a test. Additionally, a prompt asked for access to my contacts, which seemed unnecessary for this type of app.

Has anyone else used this app and encountered these problems? How did you handle the subscription process or support communication? I’m thinking of reporting this to Google Play but would appreciate your experiences or suggestions. For now, I’d suggest exploring free quiz apps instead.


r/BadApps • • Jul 02 '25

Scam App Review IQ Brain

55 Upvotes

Their site goes on about this “3-minute IQ test” that’s all “certified” and based on “psychological studies.” Sounds cool, right? Wrong. The test is straight-up deceptive, just a bunch of janky pattern and logic questions that don’t make sense. I’ve done real IQ tests, and this felt like some shady quiz you’d find on a sketchy website, not a legit assessment.

Then, after you slog through it, they hit you with a paywall to see your “results” or get a “certificate.” That’s when I started smelling a rat. I stupidly paid for the basic report, and it’s this sad little PDF with a random number and some vague percentages. No details, no breakdown, just nothing. I emailed their support ([email protected]) to ask what’s up, and guess what? Not a peep back. No assistance, just dead air.

I poked around online, and there’s no proof of their “studies” they brag about—no sources, nada. Found other people saying the same thing: generic results, total ripoff. The site’s got these fake stats like “39,143 tests taken today” to trick you into thinking it’s legit. I’m so mad I got suckered, but I’m posting this to save you the hassle. IQ Brain is a complete scam—beware and don’t bother! Anyone else deal with this mess? Drop your stories below, I wanna know I’m not alone.


r/BadApps • • Jun 24 '25

Shady app review yourselfirst

54 Upvotes

Saw their ads hyping up some fancy “personality blueprint” and self-discovery stuff, and I fell for it. Big mistake - this app’s a total letdown, and I’m pissed.

Their tests? Straight-up scam. They brag about tons of quizzes for stuff like career and mental health, but it’s just a bunch of generic, recycled questions you’d find on any free site. I wasted hours slogging through their boring prompts, expecting something deep. What I got was a lame report full of vague nonsense like “align your actions.” No real insights, just fluff. Complete waste of time.

The “journeys” they push, like their 28-day self-discipline thing, are a joke. It’s literally just daily emails with basic self-help tips I could’ve Googled in five seconds. They act like it’s gonna change your life, but it’s manipulative garbage to keep you clicking. And those “achievements” for finishing tasks? Just a cheap trick to make you feel like you’re getting somewhere while they nudge you toward paying for premium.

Don’t get me started on the pricing. They say it’s “affordable,” but after the free trial, they hit you with sneaky fees that aren’t clear upfront. Feels untrustworthy as hell. I tried reaching out to their support team, and crickets - nothing. Shady move if you ask me.

This app’s not worth a second of your time or a cent of your money. There’s way better ways to figure yourself out without dealing with this mess. Anyone else get suckered by Yourselfirst? Gotta know if I’m the only one who fell for this.


r/BadApps • • Jun 14 '25

Hope this review stops you from using this dishonest app - iqtestacademy

54 Upvotes

I need to vent about the IQTestAcademy app - it left me seriously disappointed, and I’m sharing my review to help others avoid this mess. This app feels Shady, and the experience was a total Joke.

I downloaded it hoping for a legit IQ test, lured in by their fancy ads and promises of “detailed insights.” Paid for the premium version, expecting something solid, but got a skimpy, vague “result” that barely said anything useful. When I reached out for support, I got Noassistance - just one lazy reply before they went silent. That’s a huge Red-flag.

Looking at other reviews, it’s clear I’m not alone - people are calling out the same issues: high costs for little value and zero customer help. It’s Suspicious how they keep the app looking good while delivering so little.

Has anyone else had this problem? I’d say Caution is warranted—skip this app and save your money!


r/BadApps • • Jul 01 '25

Total scam review steer clear of nebula

52 Upvotes

Okay, I’m legit fuming right now. Downloaded this Nebula app after spotting their “3 free minutes + 80% off” ad. I’m a bit of a sucker for psychic stuff, so I thought, why not give it a whirl? Worst. Decision. Ever. This app is a scam and a half, and I’m dropping this review to save you all from this shady nonsense.

The “free” 3 minutes? Total fraud. You get maybe a quick “hi” before they’re hounding you to cough up cash. I went with “Esoteric Natalee” (4.9 stars, supposedly a tarot pro). Her reading was like something from a bad self-help book. I asked about my career, and she hit me with “the universe has plans.” Like, what does that even mean? Pure dodgy vibes, just stringing me along. Red-flag central.

The pricing? Sneaky as hell. Those “40 credits/min” charges piled up, and I was out $18 in like 6 minutes for a reading that was basically word salad. The app looks all fancy, but it’s a trap. I peeked at their “500+ psychics” list, and a bunch of profiles felt like they were slapped together with stock photos. Suspicious much?

Tried emailing support for a refund, and it’s like they vanished into thin air. No assistance whatsoever. Their “refund policy” is a total lie. I felt so manipulated, like they played me for a fool. I checked some reviews off their site, and yeah, tons of people are calling it a rip-off. Those 4.8/5 stars they brag about? Gotta be fake.

Beware this deceptive app. It’s just a cash grab for anyone curious about psychics. Save your bucks and run. Anyone else fall for Nebula’s BS? Please tell me I’m not the only one who got burned.


r/BadApps • • Jul 17 '25

Scam Alert Review: Beware Shady Billing and Fake Tests from Brainmanager.io

49 Upvotes

I was hunting for some real IQ tests and landed on their site – it looked decent with all the hype about "professional" brain quizzes and exercises. Signed up thinking it was a free test, but surprise, they slap you with a "7-day trial" for $1.95 that flips into a full subscription without any obvious heads-up. Tried to bail out immediately, but their support is a complete joke – noassistance at all, just bot emails looping in circles.

The tests? Super sketchy. They felt like random junk pulled from the web, not something cooked up by actual neuroscientists like they boast. That deceptive disclaimer about results not being official is tucked away, but the entire setup yells scam. Skip this mess – beware, peeps, their shady tricks will have you kicking yourself over wasted cash.


r/BadApps • • May 15 '25

Locateanyphone let me down big time

49 Upvotes

I tried using a phone tracking service last week after losing my phone at a friend’s party, and my experience with it was a total bust. The app promised super accurate location results in seconds, but it left me $15 poorer and no closer to finding my phone. Here’s what went wrong.

The setup sounded easy enough: type in the phone number, pay a fee, and get a text with the location. I entered my number, paid through a credit card form that looked like it hadn’t been updated in years, and sat back waiting for the magic to happen. They said the results would come instantly, but I was staring at my inbox for a solid 20 minutes with nothing. I even checked my junk folder and refreshed their site a dozen times. Their “support” was a chatbot that just kept telling me to wait. Not exactly helpful when you’re freaking out about a lost phone.

When the text finally showed up—after 45 minutes—the location it gave was laughably wrong. It said my phone was at a gas station halfway across town. My phone was on, fully charged, and had a strong signal, so I know it wasn’t a connection issue. I double-checked their FAQ, which says they can show the last known location if the phone’s off, but that wasn’t the case here. Out of desperation, I paid for another try, and surprise, same garbage result. I was kicking myself for wasting more money.

They make a big deal about working on any device, but that was a stretch. The site was okay on my laptop but kept glitching out on my roommate’s iPad—constant crashes and a map that wouldn’t stop flickering. The interface was a mess, zooming in and out on its own, and it took forever to load anything. Plus, they asked for my personal phone number to send the results, but there was no info on how they protect that data. That left me paranoid about where my info might end up.

Their website had these glowing user reviews, but they felt way too perfect, like something a marketing team cooked up. My experience, on the other hand, was a total letdown. I ended up borrowing a friend’s phone to use Find My Phone, which found my device in five minutes—it was wedged in my car’s back seat. Free, fast, and actually useful.

Anyone else try this service and get burned? I’m thinking about contacting my bank to dispute the charges since it didn’t do what it promised. Save your money and stick with the built-in tracking apps your phone already has.


r/BadApps • • Jun 23 '25

Scam Review: IQGeniusLab

48 Upvotes

I’m beyond annoyed and need to get this off my chest about IQGeniusLab. Signed up thinking I’d get some legit brain-training tools, but this app is a straight-up scam. Here’s my review to warn everyone - stay far away.

Their site promises “revolutionary” IQ exercises, but it’s all deceptive nonsense. The app is a clunky mess with recycled puzzles you can find free anywhere. Half the features don’t work, and you’re hit with shady pop-ups pushing pricey “premium” plans. I reached out to support - no assistance, just dead air.

The billing is super suspicious too. I noticed weird charges and no clear way to cancel. After some digging, I found others calling it a rip-off. This isn’t just a bad app - it’s dodgy and feels like a total fraud. Anyone else deal with this? What happened?


r/BadApps • • Sep 09 '13

Mission complete! Developer with fake Adblock Plus, Minecraft PE, GTA:VC, Plants vs Zombies, all requiring 5* rating to open.

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48 Upvotes

r/BadApps • • Jul 31 '25

How I didn't fall into a trap after reading reviews about impulse brain training

47 Upvotes

A couple weeks ago, I was tempted to try out iq.mental-impulse after seeing an ad for a free IQ test. It looked legit at first, with all the puzzles and questions pulling me in, but something felt off, so I paused and decided to look up reviews online before going further.

Man, was I shocked by what I found. Sites like trustpilot and sitejabber are flooded with complaints about hidden paywalls - you finish the test, and suddenly they demand payment to unlock your score, which turns into recurring charges without clear warnings. People were talking about getting hit with $50+ a month, unexpected bills, and support that's impossible to reach. scamadviser gave it an extremely low trust score, basically screaming scam. There were even Reddit rants and Facebook groups calling it out for sneaky subscriptions disguised as a one-time fee. I ignored the few positive reviews that seemed planted and noped out right there.

Relieved I didn't enter my card details - can you imagine the hassle of disputing charges? Still getting spam from similar sites now, which is annoying, but at least my bank's safe. Unlike real IQ apps that are transparent, this one's total scam territory. Weary of clicking on ads anymore, honestly.


r/BadApps • • Jul 09 '25

Alert: deceptive review of eva bloom’s intuitique

47 Upvotes

Signed up for their “intuitive coaching” thinkin it’d be legit. Big nope. The session was straight garbage generic advice I coulda found on a blog for free. Tried pushin for somethin’ real, and the coach just fed me dodgy, vague nonsense. Waste of time.

Then they hit me with nonstop upsells, tryna squeeze me for hundreds more with manipulative “unlock better insights” BS. Their site’s a red flag too no real creds, no refund info, just a slick trap. Emailed support to get my cash back and got zero response. Classic.

Dug around for reviews, and the few “positive” ones look hella fake. This whole deal’s deceptive and untrustworthy, preying on folks who don’t know better. Wish I’d sniffed out the dodgy vibes sooner.


r/BadApps • • Jul 07 '25

I would like to leave a review and warn you about uab menesko

46 Upvotes

Here’s my take to save you the hassle.

Their “personality tests” are totally fake—simple questions that spit out vague, useless results. Took 15 minutes on one, and it felt like a cheap horoscope. Total time sink.

Next, they pitch these 28-day “journeys” for self-discipline or similar. I gave one a shot (big mistake) and paid $20 for daily emails with lame advice like “plan your day.” No assistance to speak of. Getting out was a pain—support ghosted me twice. Really shady.

The “achievements” gimmick? Just a dodgy ploy to keep you tapping for fake perks. It’s less about progress and more about draining your cash. Trustpilot’s got others calling out the same scam pattern.


r/BadApps • • Jun 19 '25

Shady Scam Review: IQ Institute

46 Upvotes

I gave the IQ test at http://iq-institute.org a shot, and man, it’s a total joke. They promise to “uncover cognitive strengths” and predict stuff like job performance, but it’s all fake. The whole thing feels like a deceptive ploy to waste your time or worse, your money.

The test is fraudulent—random, poorly made questions that don’t test anything meaningful. My results? A vague score with zero insights, followed by a hard sell for a “detailed report.” Classic red-flag scam move. Feels like they’re just after your cash or personal info.

Their customer service is a noassistance nightmare. I emailed them about my results, and got nothing back. Zilch. It’s suspicious and makes me question what they’re really doing with your data.

My review: IQ Institute is untrustworthy and a complete letdown. Don’t bother with this dodgy service. Has anyone else gotten burned by them?


r/BadApps • • Jun 17 '25

Scam alert: my frustrating review on IQ-Academy.org

45 Upvotes

I’m fuming about my experience with IQ-Academy and need to share this review to save you all from the same headache. This “learning platform” is nothing but a deceptive trap, and I regret ever signing up. Here’s the rundown of why this service is a total scam.

I thought IQ-Academy would be a solid way to pick up some new skills. Their website looks legit at first glance—fancy design, big promises. But once you’re in, it’s a different story. The courses are a joke, just a mishmash of outdated, low-effort content that’s barely coherent. When I reached out to their support for help? No assistance at all. Zero replies, like the support team doesn’t even exist.

The worst part? Their billing is super shady. They don’t upfront about their subscription, and canceling is a nightmare. The “unsubscribe” option on their site didn’t work, and they kept charging my card until I got my bank involved. It’s the kind of manipulative tactic that screams red flags. I’m not a lawyer, but this feels borderline fraudulent to me.

I’ve since found other reviews online from people who got burned the same way. If you’re considering IQ-Academy, beware—it’s not worth your time or money. Stick to reputable platforms instead. Anyone else run into this mess? How did you deal with it?


r/BadApps • • Jun 21 '25

Scam review blossomup

44 Upvotes

I don’t usually post rants like this, but blossomup pissed me off so bad I gotta say something. This app’s supposed to help you figure out your “love style” with some fancy quiz. Sounds cool, right? Nope. It’s a shady scam, and I’m here to warn you. Here’s my review of this total letdown.

First off, the whole thing stinks from the jump. Their website’s all “ooh, we’re better than the 5 Love Languages, backed by the latest research!” But where’s the proof? No studies, no names, nada. Just a bunch of buzzword BS. That’s suspicious as hell to me. If you’re gonna flex like you’re scientific, at least drop a link or something.

The quiz itself? Total joke. It’s like 5 minutes of basic questions about how you show love or whatever. I was hoping for some deep insights, but my results were “Emotional Connection” and “Growth Support.” Bruh, that’s so vague it could be my horoscope. Felt like they just slapped some fancy words together to make it sound deep. Then they hit you with this pushy “buy our premium report!” crap. I didn’t fall for it, but I saw people on X saying the paid stuff’s just as useless. Straight-up deceptive scam vibes.

And don’t get me started on the pricing. They don’t tell you upfront, but after the quiz, they’re like, “wanna subscribe for more?” From what I could dig up, it’s like $20-$30 a month for generic relationship advice you could find on Reddit for free. That’s so shady. Plus, their FAQ sneaks in that they’re not even tied to the real 5 Love Languages, but they sure act like they are to seem legit. That’s just dishonest, man.

I poked around their terms, and it’s all vague - no clear refund policy, which screams “don’t trust us.” I really wanted to like this app. I’m all about figuring out relationships and stuff, but BlossomUp’s just a scam preying on folks who want something real. Save your energy and read a book or talk to a therapist. This ain’t it.

Anyone else get suckered by BlossomUp? Was it as garbage for you, or am I just salty? Hit me with your thoughts, ‘cause I’m curious if others caught these scam vibes too. Beware, y’all - this one’s a dud.


r/BadApps • • Sep 05 '25

Suspicious app that looks like a scam realiq.online

43 Upvotes

I don't want other people to end up in the same situation, so I'll share my unpleasant experience with realiq.online.
The site looks pretty decent - clean design, promises of simple results. But after entering my payment details, I was charged for something I didn't agree to, and there was no clear confirmation screen or clear explanation of what I was signing up for.

The worst part is how unclear and manipulative the whole process seems:

  • Subscription terms are encrypted in small print that you only notice if you look into it yourself.

  • Funds are charged suddenly, without any receipts or warnings via email.

  • Their so-called "support" just copies responses without solving the problem, and it feels like they're just stalling for time until you give in.

I tried to cancel the subscription, and it didn't work: instructions are hidden, the interface is confusing, and it feels like they don't want to let you go at all. In the end I had to contact my bank to block further payments.
I think this is a scheme: lure people in with something simple and then exploit their trust with hidden recurring payments. If you come across realiq.online, my advice is to stay away from it and report it everywhere you see it. No one deserves to fall into such a trap.


r/BadApps • • Jul 18 '25

Fake psychics experience review: nebula

42 Upvotes

Downloaded it straight from the App Store thinking it'd be legit since it's there, but nope, total fake from the jump. Stumbled on their ads hyping "3 minutes free + 80% off" and thought, cool, maybe snag some quick advice on my work drama. Chose this "pro" psychic Olivia, billed as an astrologer guru, but she just regurgitated lame generic stuff like "planets shifting for your growth" that'd work for my grandma or the mailman. Zero substance, felt like a scam designed to suck you in.

They make you pay through their website instead of in-app, which already seemed suspicious as hell – why not handle it via Apple if it's on the Store? Dropped around $20 on more credits for what I hoped was a deeper dive, but no assistance at all – just endless vague fluff on "soul journeys" and "energy vibes," and then bam, after payment, random extra списания started hitting my card even though no actual services were provided. Like, what? Deceptive tactics all over, luring with the discount then pushing hard for upsells that deliver squat.

Tried hitting up support to sort it out, and guess what? That triggered another $50 ding on my account – talk about manipulative BS. Beware y'all, it's sketchy AF with red-flags everywhere: untrustworthy readers acting like charlatans, scripted responses that scream fraud.

Scrolled through reviews on other spots post-session, and bam, same complaints piling up – fraudulent chats, manipulative credit grabs, and pure zero value.


r/BadApps • • Jan 19 '14

Mission complete! "Minecraft Demo 2014", a terrible fake app that installs adware. The same developer makes "Minecraft Demo Pro" (x-post from /r/android

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42 Upvotes

r/BadApps • • Jun 25 '25

Total scam untrustworthy app reviews expose shady practices by astrology

41 Upvotes

I’m freaked about astrology. Signed up for their “free birth chart” thinking it’d be kinda cool. Nah, total scam. You dump all your info, get a lame one-liner that says zilch. Want more? Pay for their “premium” junk. Super shady move.

Their “Yes/No Tarot” is a joke. Click a card, and it’s straight BS - vague nonsense like a cheap horoscope. Gotta be a trick to sell you more crap. No way it’s real.

Worst? They hit me with a charge for a report I never wanted. Emailed support, and it’s no assistance central. Weeks, nothing. That’s a big red-flag. Legit apps don’t pull that.

Beware astrology, for real. It’s a cash grab with spiritual vibes as a front. Don’t waste your dough. Anyone else get screwed by this app? Drop your story.


r/BadApps • • Jan 04 '17

Scammy subscription of 13$/week for 'free' coloring book

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40 Upvotes

r/BadApps • • Aug 13 '25

Almost paid for service with which turned out to be a scam, glad I checked impulse reviews first

39 Upvotes

Saw the ad - sleek design, free test in big letters, timer counting down like it was urgent. I clicked on the link and started answering. The questions were standard, but the whole interface was designed to help me move forward quickly. When I got to the end, the results were behind a payment screen. No upfront payment, just a continue button that charged me $29.90. Out of curiosity, I looked up reviews while the tab was open. That's when I came across a post on this subreddit that, so to speak, spoiled the results of this test
I canceled the subscription before entering my card details. However, after that, my inbox was flooded with spam emails from similar sites. So, to the guy who wrote the post - a huge thank you


r/BadApps • • Aug 01 '25

How subscribing to a unimpressive test caused so many headaches : my review on wwiqtest

39 Upvotes

Just tried wwiqtest - advertised as a free IQ test with 30 questions on patterns and logic. Finished it, then hit a paywall: around 15 euro's to unlock results. Paid up, got a worthless PDF with vague fluff like you're creative - no real score, no charts, no explanations. Total scam. Ignored the bad reviews on trustpilot and sitejabber beforehand, where everyone's complaining about misleading costs, fake results, and no support.Shady as hell, and now spam emails are pouring in. What steps should I take now? How to report this and maybe get a refund?


r/BadApps • • Jun 20 '25

My feedback - questionable psychic app nebula

39 Upvotes

I want to share my frustrating experience with the nebula psychic app. I gave it a try with their “3 minutes free + 80% off” offer, but it turned out to be a letdown. Here’s my feedback, and I’d suggest caution if you’re thinking about it.

The “free” minutes sounded great, but you need to add payment details upfront. I ended up with a $10 charge for a session I didn’t even confirm - pretty misleading. The app itself is slow and crashes a lot, which was annoying.

I picked one of their “top” psychics, but the reading was super vague - things like “a change is coming” or “someone cares about you.” It didn’t feel personal or helpful at all. When I asked specific questions, the answers were just generic fluff.

Support was no help either - just a canned reply before they stopped responding. I’ve seen others online say the same about Nebula, and their high star rating feels off.

I’d say skip this one - it’s not worth the hassle. Has anyone else tried nebula and had issues? Let me know below!


r/BadApps • • Jul 28 '25

Scam alert: total rip-off experience with asknebula

38 Upvotes

I ain't one to just rant without facts – I got suckered into asknebula during a late-night boredom sesh at work, y'know, when you're on the graveyard shift and your brain's fried from staring at screens all day. Figured a quick psychic chat might spice things up, unlike real apps like Calm that actually help with stress. Boy, was that a mistake. Here's my analytical takedown:

  1. The Hook and Setup: They lure you in with that "free 3 minutes" BS and promises of accurate readings. I signed up, ignored the sketchy reviews popping up on sites like Trustpilot – shoulda paid attention, cuz half of 'em scream "scam!" But nah, I thought, "How bad can it be?" Entered my card deets for the "discounted" session, and boom, connected to a "psychic" who sounded like they were reading from a script.

  2. The Actual "Reading": Total vague nonsense. She (or bot? Who knows) says stuff like "I see changes coming" – duh, life changes every day! No specifics, no real insight. Compared to legit services like actual therapy apps or even free horoscope sites, this was shady like a back alley deal. And get this, they upsell hard mid-chat: "For just $10 more, unlock deeper truths." Felt manipulated as hell.

  3. The Aftermath and Red Flags: Tried to cancel right after, but their refund policy is a joke – buried in fine print, and support? Non-existent. Emails bounced, chat support looped me in circles. Outcomes? Still getting spam texts weeks later, and my bank only refunded partial cuz I "authorized" it. Hindsight 20/20, I see now how they prey on vulnerable peeps, like me post that crappy shift when I was weary and just wanted some fun distraction. Oh, and random tangent: My coffee spilled all over my desk during the chat, like the universe warning me or somethin'.

  4. Warnings and Comparisons: Fact-check this against real psychic apps – if any are real, lol – but AskNebula ranks low everywhere. Bad reviews galore about overcharges and fake profiles. Don't fall for it; stick to verified stuff. Total scam