What Is the Best Networking App for Entrepreneurs? A Direct Answer

There is no single best networking app for every entrepreneur. The right one depends on what you want: broad reach and search (LinkedIn is the obvious choice), one-to-one introductions with other verified business owners (Meetworth is built for this), or a co-founder (a dedicated matching service fits better). Two names that often come up, Shapr and Bumble Bizz, are no longer available, so skip them.

Meetworth is one option among several, not the answer for everyone. The sections below say where it fits and where it does not.

How do I choose a networking app as an entrepreneur?

Start with the outcome you want, then pick the tool built for it.

Before you install anything, check who is allowed in, how members are screened, what the free tier covers, and whether the app is still maintained.

What does LinkedIn do well for entrepreneurs?

LinkedIn describes itself as the world's largest professional network, with more than 1 billion members in more than 200 countries and territories (per LinkedIn). It has searchable public profiles, jobs, recruiting, company pages, advertising and a web version. If you need reach, hiring, advertising or a public professional profile, those are the features to look for. For a side-by-side look, see Meetworth vs LinkedIn for Founders.

Which networking apps are no longer available?

• Shapr: discontinued, according to Wikipedia and SaaSHub. Sources disagree on when it closed.
• Bumble Bizz: Bumble's help centre article "Availability of Bumble Bizz" says "Bumble Bizz is no longer available."

If you used either, see the Shapr alternative page or the Bumble Bizz alternative page.

Where does Meetworth fit?

Meetworth is a swipe-to-match networking app for verified entrepreneurs and business owners. You see one business owner at a time and swipe to show interest. A chat opens only when both people swipe yes. You can browse as a deck, on a map or as a list.

Who it is for: people who own or run a business and want to meet other owners for partnerships, peer advice, local contacts or a circle of owners.

How verification works: every member is manually verified. You upload valid business registration proof and an ID to join. Anyone who owns a business can apply. It is not invite-only.

Other features: advanced filtering, 1:1 and group chats, groups, a feed, username search with connection requests, and a "Nominate a founder" option to vouch for an entrepreneur you know.

Privacy: you can turn off Discoverable in Settings → Privacy to stop appearing in other members' Discover.

What are Meetworth's limits?

• Its network is much smaller than LinkedIn's, and it does not publish a member count.
• It is English only.
• It runs on iPhone (iOS 17.0 or later) and Android, with no web version.
• It is not a dedicated co-founder matching service and does not promise access to investors.
• It is not for job seekers, recruiters, students without a registered business, or people who want a public searchable profile.

What does Meetworth cost?

The app is free to download, but the full experience needs a Premium subscription (unlimited swiping and matching, advanced filtering, group chats, the feed and other networking features). Listed on the US App Store: $17.99 per month or $89.99 per year (checked October 10, 2026). The price shown in the app at purchase applies.

What about Meetup, Alignable, Hampton, Mybzz and YC Co-Founder Matching?

These are real options people ask about. This page does not describe their features or pricing because we have not verified them. Check each one's own site for who can join, how members are screened, and what is free. Compare them against your goal in the table above.

How do I get real value from any networking app?

• Be specific. State what you do and what you want in one or two lines.
• Ask for something small. A 15-minute call or one piece of advice gets more replies than a vague "let's connect."
• Move off the app. Once there is mutual interest, schedule a call or an in-person coffee.
• Give first. Share an intro, a resource or feedback before you ask.
• Prepare for meetups. The founder meetup checklist covers the basics.

For a longer comparison, see Best Networking App for Entrepreneurs (2026 Comparison).

Frequently asked questions

What is the best networking app for entrepreneurs?

It depends on your goal. LinkedIn suits broad reach, search and hiring. Meetworth suits meeting verified business owners one at a time through mutual swipes. A dedicated matching service suits a co-founder search.

Is there a networking app only for verified business owners?

Meetworth is one. Every member is manually verified by uploading business registration proof and an ID. It is closed to the general public, but anyone who owns a business can apply.

Are Shapr and Bumble Bizz still available?

No. Shapr is listed as discontinued by Wikipedia and SaaSHub. Bumble's help centre says Bumble Bizz is no longer available.

Is Meetworth free?

It is free to download, but the full experience needs a Premium subscription. Listed on the US App Store: $17.99 per month or $89.99 per year (checked October 10, 2026). The price shown in the app at purchase applies.

Does Meetworth help me find a co-founder or investors?

Not as a dedicated service. Meetworth is not a co-founder matching service and does not promise access to investors. It is built for meeting other verified business owners for partnerships, advice and local contacts.