# ChatMate for WhatsApp — WhatsApp for iPad

> Powerful, private, and beautifully designed WhatsApp client for iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by Bastian Roessler.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatmate-for-whatsapp/id1077809640 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bastian Roessler](https://appshunter.io/developer/779503653)
- Category: Social Networking, Utilities
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 36 App Store ratings · 155 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 46 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2016-06-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatmate-for-whatsapp/id1077809640/reviews.md

## What is ChatMate for WhatsApp?

Start using the most powerful WhatsApp client for iPad to chat with your friends, family, colleagues or customers today.

Protecting your privacy by offering Privacy Mode and End-to-End encryption is at the core of ChatMate for WhatsApp. All of this comes in a beautiful and sleek design that looks stunning, both in Light and Dark Mode.

And of course it is completely ad-free and there are no hidden costs!

CORE FEATURES

Chat

Send and receive text and voice messages, images, videos, GIFs, documents, contacts, stickers, links, products and orders.

Privacy

We believe that privacy is a human right and your conversations are among the most sensitive data you possess. Therefore we have built Privacy Mode that will help to protect your privacy. Privacy Mode locks the App when you currently don’t use it. It can be unlocked by entering a password, Touch ID or Face ID. And of course the App fully supports End-to-End encrypted messaging.

Design

Messaging Apps by most people are used on a daily basis. We believe that something you use every day should be pleasing. Therefore we have designed the App with special emphasis on a beautiful design that looks stunning in Light or Dark Mode. But we also wanted to make using the App a very personal experience. Therefore the wallpaper image you choose gets reflected in many elements of the App. To get you started we provide a library of more than 20 stunning wallpaper images you can choose from. And of course you can also provide an image to use as wallpaper.

DISCLAIMER

ChatMate Pro for WhatsApp is a third party App. The developer of this software is NOT sponsored by or affiliated with WhatsApp Inc. in any way.

CONTACT

Any questions left? Feel free to contact us at any time via https://chatmate.io/support/

## Key features

- Send/receive text and voice messages
- Share images, videos, GIFs, documents
- Privacy Mode with password/biometric lock
- End-to-end encrypted messaging
- Customizable wallpaper and themes
- Ad-free experience

## What do users think of ChatMate for WhatsApp?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🔒 Good security and privacy
- 👍 Convenient for iPad users
- 💡 Useful features like dark mode and customization

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections and crashes
- 🔕 Lack of push notifications
- ⏱️ Slow loading and response times
- 💤 No support for WhatsApp calls

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Freezing and blank screens
- Inconsistent syncing with iPhone
- Issues with text input and editing

**Most requested features**

- Improve notification system
- Add support for WhatsApp calls
- Enhance stability and reliability
- Optimize performance on iPad

## Recent user reviews (10 of 155)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chatmate-for-whatsapp/id1077809640/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Se desconecta

*2025-05-19, version 5.2.4*

Muy mala la aplicación, para colmo paga. Se desconecta todo el tiempo. No es mas que el whatsapp web. Lo mismo, solo que te cobran.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2025-03-19, version 5.2.4*

I purchased this app to use for my iPad, but the code is not open so I can scan;

### 2/5 — Trying to get attention

*2024-12-05, version 5.2.4*

Sorry for low star rate but this App no-longer works properly.  I now have to tap in a code  (I really thought yes brill, security) only to discover that I then had to go to iPhone/WhatsApp chat settings/delete device/possibly face detection/then show bar code.  I would not mind but this is nearly every time I want to go onto iPad WhatsApp chat.  Pls heeelp! X

### 5/5 — Läuft geschmeidig

*2024-11-08*

Ich kann die Kritik an dieser App nicht nachvollziehen. 
Ich benutze die macOS Variante seit langen und habe wenige Problem damit. Und diese werden wahrscheinlich eher durch WhatsApp selbst verursacht. 
Aber ausschlaggebend für mich ist dann eben auch, dass es ein kleiner unabhängiger Entwickler aus Deutschland ist, der es mit dem Datenschutz ernster nimmt als die Mitbewerber aus Indien und China. 
Und dann ist dann noch der Preis. Für die Kosten eines Cappuccinos kann man es ja mal versuchen. Die anderen verlangen zum Teil das doppelte in der Woche!
Also eine klar Empfehlung!

### 4/5 — Notificación

*2024-11-07, version 5.2.4*

The app is not sound notifications don know why all sound notifications or on

### 5/5 — Beste App mit minimalen Nachteilen

*2024-06-21*

Bis jetzt für mich die beste App für's iPad. Kleine Mankos: Möchte man ein anderes Hintergrundbild, muss man die App löschen und wieder neu installieren, in den Einstellungen der App selbst geht das nicht. Die Schriftgrösse ist leider nicht veränderbar, für mich ist die Schrift ziemlich klein! Last but not least: Es werden bei neuen Benachrichtigungen keine Benachrichtigungpunkte auf dem Homescreen angezeigt - allerdings weiss ich nicht, wie das bei anderen (webbasierten) Apps für Whatsapp auf iPad ist.

### 3/5 — No tiene notificaciones

*2024-04-06*

A pesar de que se configura la notificación en la aplicación y en el centro de control del IPAD, cuando llegan nuevos mensajes, la aplicación nunca notifica , hasta que vuelves abrir la. de lo demás bien.

### 5/5 — Zu Empfehlen

*2024-02-08*

Im Großen und Ganzen ist die App echt gut und die 3 Euro Lohnen sich sowas von! 
Das Verbinden Via IPhone ist simpel und schnell. Einziger Kritik Punkt momentan ist das die GIFs in der Vorschau nicht laden was jedoch in einem Kleinen Bugfix behoben werden könne. 
Ps. Benutze ein IPad Pro 11“ (4. Gen)

### 4/5 — Works well but!

*2023-03-07, version 5.2.4*

I have an iPad Pro running iPadOS 16.3.1, the app syncs well, but on occasions when I click on the icon to open it all I get is the initial blank wallpaper and the app freezes. To get it working I have to shut the iPad off and restart it, so far each time I’ve done that the app comes back to life, any chance of a fix?

### 5/5 — Works well good value for money

*2023-02-27*

The app works as described. It syncs all messages in the background which is great. I sincerely recommend it

## Frequently asked questions about ChatMate for WhatsApp

### What does ChatMate for WhatsApp do?

ChatMate for WhatsApp is a third-party application that allows you to use WhatsApp on your iPad. It enables you to send and receive various types of messages, including text, voice, images, videos, documents, and more, all from your tablet.

### What are the key features of ChatMate for WhatsApp?

Key features include the ability to send and receive a wide range of message types, a robust Privacy Mode that locks the app with a password or biometrics, and full support for end-to-end encrypted messaging. It also boasts a beautiful, customizable design with light and dark modes and user-selected wallpapers.

### Is ChatMate for WhatsApp free to use?

The application is described as completely ad-free with no hidden costs, suggesting it is free to use. However, the presence of 'hasInAppPurchases': true in the provided data indicates that there may be optional purchases available within the app.

### What devices is ChatMate for WhatsApp compatible with?

Based on its description as a 'WhatsApp for iPad' client, this app is designed specifically for use on iPad devices. It leverages the tablet's interface for a seamless messaging experience.

### How does ChatMate for WhatsApp protect my privacy?

Privacy is a core focus, with a Privacy Mode that locks the app when not in use, requiring a password, Touch ID, or Face ID to unlock. Additionally, the app fully supports WhatsApp's end-to-end encrypted messaging, ensuring your conversations remain secure.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2.4 — 2022-11-14

This version contains minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 5.2.3 — 2022-10-20

This version contains minor bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 5.2.0 — 2022-10-04

Bienvenue! Benvenuto! Bienvenidos! ChatMate for WhatsApp now speaks French, Italian and Spanish.

Also we have addressed the bugs that could lead users having to login repeatedly and that made the "Return key action" not work as expected.

### 5.0.3 — 2022-07-05

Bug fixes and optimisations.

### 5.0.2 — 2022-01-14

Version 5.0.2 allows you to select whether you want the return key to send a message or jump to a new line.

Version 5.0 of ChatMate for WhatsApp was rewritten from the ground up using the latest SwiftUI 2.0 and Swift 5.5 technologies.

The User Interface was redesigned and its modern design prominently features transparent materials that will make chatting a much nicer experience. Thanks to this design, by choosing one of more than 20 beautiful wallpapers from the ChatMate Library or from your own Photos Library you will change the appearance of the whole app and make it truly your own. Say goodbye to boring grey chat Apps. And of course we also redesigned Dark Mode, which now looks even more stunning.

Your privacy is very important to us. Therefore we have further enhanced Privacy Mode, that lets you lock ChatMate for WhatsApp with a PIN Code. Now, Privacy Mode is even more convenient to use, as it supports unlocking by Face ID and Touch ID.

Thanks to the complete rewrite, ChatMate for WhatsApp now fully supports voice messages, taking photos, sending pictures and documents from your library as well as storing of received media on your device.

And of course it fully supports multitasking.

All of this was built and optimised for iPadOS 15.

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