Can You Have Multiple Mercury friends Snapchat Plus?

Hey there! I’m Martin. If you’re like me, your phone is basically an extension of your arm, and your Snapchat is the heartbeat of your social life.

I remember sitting in a coffee shop last Tuesday, staring at my friend Sarah’s profile. We’ve been snapping non-stop, but then I checked my other best friend, Leo. I started wondering: is it possible to have Multiple Mercury friends Snapchat? Can I actually be the “Sun” to two different “Mercuries” at once? It feels like choosing between your two favorite snacks—you want both, but the rules are usually pretty strict.

Let’s dive into the cosmic (and sometimes confusing) world of the Snapchat Friend Solar System and settle this debate once and for all.

My Personal Experience with Multiple Mercury Friends Snapchat

A few months ago, I decided to run a little experiment. I’m a total data nerd when it comes to social apps, so I wanted to see if I could “glitch” the system. I have two best friends who I message constantly. I’m talking hundreds of snaps a day, double-digit streaks, the whole nine yards.

In my head, I thought, “If I interact with both of them exactly the same amount, surely Snapchat will just give me two Mercury slots, right?” I spent a week meticulously timing my replies. If I sent a fire emoji to Dave, I sent one to Chloe. If I sent a 30-second video of my cat to Chloe, Dave got the same high-quality feline content. I even tried counting the characters in my chats.

What happened? Absolutely nothing changed in the way I expected. No matter how much I “leveled” the playing field, Dave stayed as my Mercury, and Chloe remained firmly in the Venus slot. Even when my interaction score with Chloe surpassed what I thought was Dave’s level, the app just swapped them. One became Mercury; the other dropped to Venus.

Honestly, it was a little frustrating! I wanted to show both of them they were my #1. That’s when I realized that Snapchat’s algorithm is like a high-stakes race—there can only be one person in first place at any given millisecond.

Can You Have Two Mercury Friends at the Same Time?

The short, honest answer? No. In the Snapchat Plus Friend Solar System, the ranking is a strict hierarchy. Think of it like the real solar system: there is only one first planet. Multiple Mercury friends on Snapchat simply isn’t a feature because the app uses a 1-to-1 mathematical ranking based on your interaction frequency.

The Logic of the “Sun” and the “Orbit”

When you have Snapchat Plus, you are the Sun. Your top 8 friends orbit you. Because Mercury is defined as the #1 Best Friend (the person you snap and chat with the most), the system cannot assign two people to that specific coordinate. Even if the difference in your interaction score is 0.0001%, the algorithm will pick a winner.

What Determines the Mercury Slot?

Snap Frequency: How many photos and videos you send back and forth.
Chat Activity: The sheer volume of text messages.
Reciprocity: It’s not just about you sending snaps; it’s about them sending them back.
Consistency: Daily interaction keeps the “gravity” strong for that Mercury spot.

Understanding Friend Solar System Slots

To understand why you can’t double up on Mercury, you have to look at the friend solar system slots as a ladder. Each planet represents a very specific rung on that ladder.

The Top 8 Ranking Order

Planet	Rank	Friendship Vibe
Mercury	#1	Your absolute ride-or-die. Most shared snaps.
Venus	#2	Super close, but just missed the top spot.
Earth	#3	A very consistent, daily best friend.
Mars	#4	You talk a lot, but maybe not every single hour.
Jupiter	#5	A solid friend in your inner circle.
Saturn	#6	Part of the group, but interactions vary.
Uranus	#7	You keep in touch, but the “gravity” is weaker.
Neptune	#8	The edge of your top 8 list.

Have you ever looked at your list and felt bad that a close friend was “only” an Earth? Don’t worry, they probably haven’t noticed (unless they’re also obsessed with their rankings like we are!).

The “Sharing Top Rank” Myth

I’ve seen some rumors on Reddit claiming that if you use the “Pin as #1 Best Friend” feature, you can effectively have two Mercury friends. Let’s clear that up because it’s a bit of a misunderstanding.

Pinning vs. Solar System Ranking

Snapchat Plus allows you to Pin as #1 Best Friend. This puts that person at the very top of your chat list, regardless of how much you talk. However:

Pinning is a visual shortcut: It makes it easier to find them.
Solar System is algorithmic: The Mercury planet is based on actual data.

So, you could pin “Friend A” as your #1 BFF, but if you actually talk to “Friend B” more, “Friend B” will be your Mercury in the solar system. You can’t force a sharing top rank situation where two people show up as Mercury when you tap those badges.

Is There a Snapchat BFF Limit?

You might be wondering if there is a snapchat bff limit. While the Solar System only shows your top 8, Snapchat does track more “Best Friends” than that.

If you have a subscription, you might notice an “Extended Best Friends List” that can show up to 16 people. However, the planetary visuals are strictly reserved for the “Inner Circle”—the top 8.

Why can’t we just add more planets?

I get it—some of us are social butterflies! But if everyone was Mercury, the rank wouldn’t mean anything. Snapchat designed this to be a “prestige” feature. It’s meant to create a little bit of that friendly competition. Does it cause a bit of drama? Occasionally. Is it fun? Absolutely.

How to Move Someone into the Mercury Slot

If you have a Venus who really deserves to be a Mercury, you can’t just “add” them. You have to actively boost your interaction with them while (potentially) cooling off a bit with your current Mercury.

Send more Snaps: Shift your “good morning” and “good night” snaps to the person you want to promote.
Start a Streak: Streaks are the fastest way to climb the planetary ladder.
Chat more in the app: Use the text feature inside Snapchat rather than switching to iMessage or WhatsApp.

FAQ: Your Solar System Questions Answered

1. Can my friend see if they are my Mercury?

Only if they have Snapchat Plus! If they do, they can tap on the “Best Friends” badge on your profile to see which planet they are in your solar system.

2. Why did my Mercury friend suddenly become Venus?

This usually happens because your interaction with someone else spiked, or your interaction with your #1 friend dipped slightly. The algorithm is live and updates frequently.

3. Does a “Super BFF” (two pink hearts) mean they are Mercury?

Usually, yes. The pink hearts mean you have been each other’s #1 Best Friend for two months. In the solar system, that person will almost certainly be your Mercury.

4. Can I hide my Solar System from others?

Yes! If you’re tired of the “Why am I only Mars?” questions, you can go into your Snapchat Plus settings and toggle the “Solar System” feature off.

5. Does the “Pin as #1 Best Friend” affect the Solar System?

Nope. Pinning is just for your chat organization. It doesn’t change the mathematical data that decides who gets the Mercury planet.

Martin’s Final Tip

At the end of the day, don’t let the planets stress you out. I’ve seen friendships get a little rocky because someone was “demoted” to Earth. Remember: these rankings are based on app usage, not how much you actually care about someone in real life.

My Final Tip: If you really want to show two people they are your top priority, use the “Pin” feature for one and keep a high-intensity streak with the other. You’ll have both at the top of your screen, even if the “planets” say otherwise!

What do you think? Have you ever had a “planet war” with your bestie? Drop a comment or send me a snap—I’d love to hear your stories!

Would you like me to create a guide on how to quickly boost your friendship rank to reach Mercury status?