TikTok Alternatives: Content Creators Review New Apps Said to Replace TikTok

Source: Reach Media Inc. / Reach Media Inc.

With TikTok’s impending ban set to take effect on January 19th, U.S. users are scrambling to find alternative video-sharing platforms.

Some point to OG platforms with comparable features, such as Youtube Shorts or Instagram Reels, but others struggle to believe that any other app will measure up to what TikTok has become.

Though TikTok had a slow start, initially known for being a “dance challenge” app—similar to apps like Triller or Musically—it didn’t take long for it to become one of the nation’s most downloaded apps.

In 2018, it first surpassed Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube in downloads. In 2020, the pandemic quarantine added major fuel to its growth, leading to a 45% increase in monthly active users between July 2020 and July 2022 (TheGaurdian).

Now, it is safe to say the app has revolutionized short-form video content and completely transformed the futures of millions— influencers, businesses, and everyday people alike.

It has earned a reputation for being one of the most authentic, community-driven, and informative platforms. It’s known for having an algorithm that curates highly personalized content pages just “for you,” and makes it possible for users to more easily have their videos be found, get pushed, and get paid.

So, what happens if it’s banned in the United States on January 19th? Everyone will likely uproot and give a new app a chance, just like we once did with the newly-founded TikTok.

Here are real reviews of possible replacement apps…

Rednote

@erica_geebackup

I LOVE IT THERE. #rednote

♬ original sound – Marsh Mallowe Heaux

@_grace.ws_

My good sis Glorilla is worldwideee baby‍

♬ original sound – Grace

@treythekage

i really want notes on how to make my vids more chinese friendly lol #tiktokban

♬ original sound – Trey the [anime] Plug

@nikietalambert

I am still getting used to it and learning the features, but it’s so nice and welcoming!

♬ original sound – Nikieta Lambert

Fanbase

@porshadeshannon

We’re going to Fanbase! #fanbase #tiktokban #youtube #trending #drakefans #kendrickfans #kendricklamarfans #swifties #beyhive #swiftiesoftiktok #contentcreators @Fanbase @Isaac Hayes III

♬ original sound – Porsha Deshannon

@latonyaburnes

TELL EVERYONE ! Repost !!! WERE MOVING TO @Fanbase BY @Isaac Hayes III I almost started shouting #blackcontentcreator #tiktokban #fanbase

♬ original sound – latonyaburnes

@datmammamara

Help me @Fanbase #fanbase #fyp #fypage #fyppppppppppppppppppppppp #fypシ

♬ original sound – datmammamara

@femininefuel

Disclaimer: I’m not saying only use FanBase as your main source to reach people, but to include it in your app rotation. Also this is not an ad. @Fanbase #fanbase #blackowned #fanbaseapp #blacktiktokcreators #bipoc #blackcommunity #blackcommunitytiktok

♬ Blade Runner 2049 – Synthwave Goose

Lemon8

@yoursstruly.tia

Whether we get banned or not.. Lemon 8 has no potential of replacing TikTok

♬ original sound – LOCA

@m.okive

#fyp #lemon8

♬ original sound – Chanel ⋆𐙚₊˚ ⊹♡

@chamiatiarraa

Do yall use lemon 8? #contentcreator #lemon8 #socialmediatips #lemon8review

♬ original sound – ChamiaTiarra

@thelifeofthai

I like Lemon8 #thelifeofthai #bossbaethai

♬ original sound – TheLifeOfThai

Clapper

@_ashleygood

Replying to @santoria #clapperapp #clapper #fypシ

♬ original sound – Ashley | SAHM

@leethemotivator

#stitch with @leethemotivator clapper review! #clapper #clapperapp #byetiktok #tiktokban #clapperappreview

♬ original sound – Shannon Lee

@paulafionabeauford

Do tou think Tiktok will get banned? Also whats your @ on clapper! And i hope they change the name #clapperapp #clapperappsameusername #clapperappreview #tiktokban #TikTokban

♬ original sound – Paula Fiona Beauford