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How Candle Became Our Go-To App for Staying Connected

by Encore AI Labs, Inc.

4.8
IOSLifestyle
If you're navigating a long-distance relationship, Candle offers a refreshing way to maintain that daily spark. With thoughtful prompts, shared activities, and personal touches, it turns routine check-ins into meaningful moments. We've been using it for months, and it genuinely helps bridge the distance.

My Full Experience

My partner and I started using Candle during a particularly tough stretch apart—she was studying abroad, and we were struggling to move beyond the usual 'how was your day?' texts. What sets this app apart is how it structures connection without feeling forced. Every morning, we both get the same question—sometimes silly ('What animal would you be as a superhero?'), sometimes deeper ('What’s a fear you’ve overcome?'). It’s become part of our routine, and we often refer back to answers days later. The drawing canvas is a favorite—we’ve left each other little sketches, inside jokes, and even mini-masterpieces (though I’ll admit my stick figures aren’t exactly art). The thumb kiss feature is cheesy but weirdly sweet. Voice messages integrate smoothly, and the daily photo sharing feels intimate without being intrusive. Is it perfect? A few small quirks—like not being able to dot an 'i' when drawing or react to initial question responses—stand out, but the devs are responsive and actually listen to feedback. Premium unlocks more questions and games, but the free version is surprisingly generous. For anyone in an LDR, this is one of the few apps that actually understands what couples need: consistency, variety, and a little fun.

Key Features

  • Daily conversation starters - never run out of things to talk about
  • Shared drawing canvas and voice messages for playful interaction
  • Streak tracking and morning photos to build routine intimacy

Why Users Love It

Makes long-distance feel less lonely
Encourages consistent, meaningful communication

Perfect for: Ideal for couples in long-distance relationships looking to deepen their connection

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Current Rank

#48

Best Rank

#14

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Average Rank

#27

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User Reviews

about34bees
Aug 22, 2025

me and my boyfriend have used this app for about a month now, and we are obsessed with it. The app provides conversation starters and silly prompts that helps keep long distance interesting. we love making each other little drawings, sending voice memos, and the personal photos you take every morning. We bought premium because it was so worth it! Also, the customer service is amazing…. they were so kind and immediately fixed the problem I was having. If you’re in a LDR, get this app so you can have some fun things to do every morning. long distance necessity!! me and my boyfriend have used this app for about a month now, and we are obsessed with it. The app provides conversation starters and silly prompts that helps keep long distance interesting. we love making each other little drawings, sending voice memos, and the personal photos you take every morning. We bought premium because it was so worth it! Also, the customer service is amazing…. they were so kind and immediately fixed the problem I was having. If you’re in a LDR, get this app so you can have some fun things to do every morning.

shdhdjkavdksk
Aug 17, 2025

my partner and i love using candle to stay in touch! we answer the daily questions every day and love to play the games as well. the customer service for candle premium is also excellent! overall, highly recommend this app for any long distance couple :)) love this app!! my partner and i love using candle to stay in touch! we answer the daily questions every day and love to play the games as well. the customer service for candle premium is also excellent! overall, highly recommend this app for any long distance couple :))

sunshinepals67
Aug 17, 2025

Amazing easy to use app. So much fun for me and my boyfriend to use daily and then we are apart it’s a fun little way to know we’re thinking of each other! Customer service is also great and responds quickly :) Amazing app Amazing easy to use app. So much fun for me and my boyfriend to use daily and then we are apart it’s a fun little way to know we’re thinking of each other! Customer service is also great and responds quickly :)

CityCowgirl02
Aug 15, 2025

Absolutely love this app. There is still so much available without the subscription! The daily questions range from funny and silly to very deep. Amazing Absolutely love this app. There is still so much available without the subscription! The daily questions range from funny and silly to very deep.

ac_9467
Aug 18, 2025

This app is so fun and my partner and I love answering the daily questions! I personally love leaving drawings on the canvas, although I really wish there was a way to change the background color (or add a fill tool). I hope these can be implemented in a future update! Love it, want more canvas features! This app is so fun and my partner and I love answering the daily questions! I personally love leaving drawings on the canvas, although I really wish there was a way to change the background color (or add a fill tool). I hope these can be implemented in a future update!

App Details

Developer

Encore AI Labs, Inc.

Platform

ios

Rating

4.8

Last Updated

9/7/2025