Walkie Talkie P2P Legacy User Reviews

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Finally a walkie talkie app that works well, no ads!

Well done! The only app that I found to date that works as intended without ads or tricks or catches. Pay for it one off and it just works well!

Truly peer-to-peer!

I have had a look at the network requests this app makes when in use and can confirm there’s nothing but local bonjour and direct connections to other phones running the app, it’s actually off-line. Doesn’t even seem to ping an analytics server or anything!

That’s also when using it over a network, if you’re disconnected and off grid completely it uses Bluetooth so it’s 100% peer to peer and not using anything on the internet, this mode also works well!

The only issue I have is that once disconnected, there’s no means to “trigger” someone else’s device to connect, even if you’re in Bluetooth range. They have to open the app for a little first and they become available, but if you’re in different rooms or further apart in a networked building, you have to resort to traditional online messaging to get the other side to open the app before you can talk. I suspect this is a limitation of iOS and not a choice of the app developer. Though if there was a way to do this, even if convoluted, that would be amazing and make the whole process truly offline.
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Fantastic!

The newest update seems to fix the dropped connection issues. I use it to talk to my kiddo when hauling her in a bike trailer, and it’s perfect for that.

Would love to see support for an external PTT button in the future.

Perfect offline/no-Internet Walkie Talkie app

I spent a bit of time looking for a Walkie Talkie app I could use with my kid and only worked via Bluetooth and/or WiFi Direct so they couldn’t use it to communicate with strangers on the Internet and, as the other reviewer said 4 years ago, this tiny app is great for kids and simple for them to use. It worked perfectly between a device running iOS 12 and another running iOS 15. I also like that sent audio is played back on the receiving device(s) when the screen is locked.
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Rock solid!

This app is absolutely rock solid! I’ve been using it to communicate with a friend in separate rooms (separated by one wall and about 5 m apart) with both devices on the same LAN, and messages are sent and received by the other party almost instantly. The app even queues up voice messages if you’re still listening to one while more are coming in! I also received confirmation from the developer that the app does in fact encrypt all communications through the encryption supplied by Apple’s Multipeer Connectivity framework.

Thanks for developing this app!
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Response from developer

Hi there, Thanks a lot for the positive review! :) - Wern Jie

Cross platform

Great app. Now get it working on cross platform (iOS and android) pls.

Unreliable

After a few minutes of talking, the app doesn't send or receive messages. Me and who I'm connected with get them minutes later. And what with the $0.99 thing? it just isn't worth it. Don't recommend this. if you are looking for a good walkie-talkie app, then get zello or talk now. They are a lot more reliable and can go long distances.
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Response from developer

[Edited on 18 Mar 2025: Email address redacted - please use in-app option to contact support.] [Response from 2019:] Hi there, I'm sorry for the issues you've encountered with the app. All the limitations of the app are already clearly listed in the description of the app, including the fact that since it solely operates without an internet connection, it cannot send messages over distances longer that you're phone's WiFi/Bluetooth capability (33 feet in open air, less if obstructed by walls etc). The reliability of the technology used is limited by WiFi and Bluetooth connections between multiple devices and not internet connection (since it doesn't operate over the internet whereas other apps you listed do). Since it doesn't use the internet, your cellular data is also not used unlike other apps. Can you please list down the devices and iOS versions of every device that was connected? There are some known issues with certain iOS versions not being able to connect to other versions well, thus it is recommended to update all devices to the latest iOS version if possible. There's also a distance limit regarding the app as it uses only WiFi and Bluetooth technology. This means if you get too far or you get somewhere where WiFi and Bluetooth are easily obstructed, you may lose signal and thus become unreliable. How far did you attempt to use the app and is it with or without obstructions? Do note that certain electronic devices such as a microwave oven running can also interfere with the signal. Alternatively, please send me an email via [redacted] and I'd be happy to help. Hope to hear your reply!

No ads and no internet. Great!

I was looking for a walkie-talkie app with no ads and no internet connection that was simple for my kids could use. This app is perfect and works well. My kids love it. Thanks.

Excellent, but I have a suggestion.

great! How about adding a call button. That would make it more like a walkie-talkie!!!.