# FastChat vs Split Screen View

The clearest difference is rating: FastChat at 5.0 against Split Screen View's 4.4. FastChat also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (43% vs 19%). Split Screen View's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ratings volume (836 vs 2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FastChat sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Split Screen View sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FastChat holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Split Screen View has 836 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of FastChat's written reviews are positive against 19% of Split Screen View's.

FastChat ships an update every 5 weeks, Split Screen View every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FastChat | Split Screen View |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fastchat-one-tap-to-chat/id1247856111/reviews)** | [4.4 (836 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-view/id1507299729/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **836** |
| Positive reviews | **42.9% of reviews** | 19.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 121 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [D&D Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/1242215907) | [Yana Shestakova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1507299728) |

## What reviewers say

### FastChat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fastchat-one-tap-to-chat/id1247856111)

Quickly initiate chats on WhatsApp and Viber without saving numbers. Scan phone numbers from images or in real-time using your camera. Ideal for sales and managing contacts efficiently.

**Highlights:** Instant chat initiation on WhatsApp/Viber, Real-time camera number scanning, Scan numbers from gallery images, Make calls or send SMS, Save contacts selectively, Customizable app background

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month | $4.99 | per month |
| 6 months subscription | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 year | $49.99 | per year |
| FastChat PRO | $1.99 | one-time |


### Split Screen View

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/split-screen-view/id1507299729)

Enhance your mobile productivity by splitting your screen to multitask efficiently. Watch videos while chatting, take notes during lectures, or compare products side-by-side. Enjoy seamless browsing, shopping, and more on a single screen.

**Highlights:** Split screen multitasking, Watch video and chat simultaneously, Take notes while watching lectures, Compare products side-by-side, Read news and search events, Browse, shop, and email on one screen

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Split View Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Multi Task Dual Premium | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Full Pack | $21.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Split screen functionality
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Requires payment to use
- 🚫 Limited functionality without subscription
- 🔍 Misleading description
- 🔗 Only allows browsing, not true split-screen apps

**Reported bugs**

- YouTube videos don't play properly
- App crashes occasionally
- Unable to cancel subscription

**Requested features**

- Allow split-screen for installed apps
- Offer one-time purchase option
- Improve browser functionality to match Safari
- Add support for higher video resolutions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FastChat free?

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

### Is Split Screen View free?

Split Screen View is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FastChat or Split Screen View?

FastChat is rated higher. FastChat averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Split Screen View averages 4.4 from 836 ratings.

### Do FastChat or Split Screen View have ads?

Split Screen View shows ads; FastChat does not.

### Which is updated more often, FastChat or Split Screen View?

FastChat ships an update every 5 weeks, and Split Screen View every 6 weeks. Most recently, FastChat was updated on June 1, 2026 and Split Screen View on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*