How to choose a face rating app: 7 checks.

Most apps give you a number and stop. Use this checklist to find one that tells you what to do next.

By Hexum · Published November 6, 2026

The checklist

  1. How many landmarks? More points give finer measurements. Hexum maps 247.
  2. How many metrics? Look for a breakdown, not just one number. Hexum scores 34.
  3. Does it explain the score? Each metric should link to what it means.
  4. Does it give a plan? Hexum builds a daily improvement protocol.
  5. Can you track change? Weekly scans should show progress over time.
  6. Is it grounded in research? Hexum is built on 40+ peer-reviewed studies. Attractiveness judgments are consistent enough to measure (Langlois et al., 2000).
  7. Is the first scan free? Hexum's is.

See the full comparison in our best AI face rating apps guide, where Hexum is our top pick.

Hexum users average a +35% improvement in Overall Score from first scan to week 6.*

* Average change in Hexum Overall Score, first scan to week 6. Based on Hexum’s own user data; not a published study.

References

  1. Langlois JH, et al. (2000). Maxims or myths of beauty? A meta-analytic and theoretical review. Psychological Bulletin, 126(3):390-423. doi:10.1037/0033-2909.126.3.390

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FAQ

Common questions

What should I look for in a face rating app?

Landmark count, number of metrics, explanations, an improvement plan, progress tracking, research grounding and a free first scan.

Which face rating app is best?

Hexum is our top pick: 247 landmarks, 34 metrics, a daily protocol and a free first scan.

Are face rating apps free?

Hexum is free to download and your first scan is free.