# XText vs LaterBox

The clearest difference is price: XText at Free against LaterBox's $0.99. LaterBox's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

XText is free to download; LaterBox costs $0.99 up front. XText sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. LaterBox asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | XText | LaterBox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 31 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [DeeHang Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/965711327) | [楠楠 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1790338557) |

## What reviewers say

### XText

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xtext-cipher-text/id1016270163)

Securely encrypt and decrypt text messages using strong AES encryption. Offers multiple cipher options for various privacy needs, including burn-after-reading and client-to-client channels. Supports QR code generation and biometric app unlock.

**Highlights:** AES encryption, Multiple cipher modes, Burn-after-reading option, QR code generation, Biometric app unlock, Offline encryption/decryption

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 20 Diamonds | $0.29 | one-time |
| 95 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Diamonds | $1.00 | one-time |
| 200 Diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Diamonds | $5.00 | one-time |
| 1000 Diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |


### LaterBox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/laterbox/id6756787808)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XText free?

XText is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LaterBox free?

LaterBox costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do XText or LaterBox have ads?

Neither XText nor LaterBox shows ads.

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