Real experiments buying followers from top services. We spent real money, tracked every metric, and documented what happened over 30 days.
The full dataset behind these experiments — 30-day retention curves, delivery times, and methodology for every service we bought from.
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We Bought 1,000 Instagram Followers from Likes.io
Followers retained
1,000 tracked
Likes.io delivered high-quality followers with near-perfect retention. The accounts had profile pictures and posts, and we saw zero drops in the first week.
We Bought 500 Instagram Followers from Buzzoid
Followers retained
500 tracked
Buzzoid delivered quickly with solid retention. A small drop-off after two weeks, but 91% at 30 days is above average for the price point.
We Bought 1,000 Instagram Likes from Twicsy
Followers retained
1,000 likes tracked
Twicsy is unbeatable for likes. Fast delivery, incredibly affordable, and 95% retention at 30 days. The likes came from accounts that looked genuine.
We Bought 500 TikTok Followers from UseViral
Followers retained
500 tracked
UseViral delivered as promised but we saw a steady drip of unfollows throughout the month. The followers looked real but engagement was minimal.
We Tested Growthoid's Organic Growth for 1 Month
Followers retained
156 tracked
Growthoid delivers real, engaged followers through organic targeting, but the volume is low for the price. Best for those who prioritize quality over quantity.
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