Comparison

Loop Messenger vs tmchat

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Loop Messenger

Organize your group conversations with this secure and spam-free messaging app. It offers streamlined chat, direct messaging within groups, and extensive customization options. Ideal for various communities seeking efficient and private communication.

Highlights
  • Streamlined group messaging
  • Direct messaging in groups
  • Customizable chat experience
  • Industry-leading security
  • Intuitive interface
  • Robust group controls
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Embrace the Future of Group Messaging with Loop Messenger – Where conversations are organized, secure, and spam-free. Tailored for those who value a clutter-free messaging environment, Loop Messenger is emerging as the superior alternative to WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord and Slack. KEY FEATURES - Streamlined Group Messaging: Say goodbye to chaotic chat streams. Loop ensures your important discussions stay focused and on track. - Direct Messaging: Never miss vital messages. Loop's innovative system allows for direct, private conversations in group settings. - Customizable Chat Experience: Personalize with over 1,500 emojis and multiple themes. Make your chat environment truly yours. - Broad Appeal: Ideal for gaming groups, businesses, schools, church groups, and more. Loop is versatile and adaptable. - Uncompromising Security: Industry-leading encryption (TLS 1.2 and AES256) and SOC2 Type II Compliant for peace of mind. - Easy to Use: Enjoy an intuitive interface with powerful controls. Manage topics, notifications, and more with ease. - Robust Group Controls: Efficiently manage your group chats with advanced options like message deletion, editing, and copying. Why Choose Loop? Loop Messenger is more than an app – it's a movement towards better, more efficient communication. Our commitment to privacy, coupled with a user-friendly design, makes Loop the premier choice for anyone seeking an elevated messaging experience. Download Loop Messenger today for free – no hidden charges, no in-app purchases. Join the mission and experience the best in group messaging.

About

tmchat

This messenger app allows users to make voice calls, send messages, and share various file types. It offers a user-friendly interface and is available in Turkmen, Russian, and English. The application is continuously updated with new features.

Highlights
  • Voice calls
  • Messaging
  • Group chats
  • File sharing (audio, video)
  • Multilingual support (Turkmen, Russian, English)
Features
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"tmchat"- bu habar alyşmak niýetli programma. Onuň amatly we örän düşnükli interfeýsi, size şu mümkinçilikleri berýär: -Jaň etmek we kabul etmek; -Habar alyşmak we köpçülikleýin(gruppa-toparlaýyn) çatlarynda ýazyşmak; -Audio, Wideo we başga görnüşli faýllary ugratmak we kabul etmek; "tmchat" - programmasyna hemişe täze funksiýalar goşulýar we döredijiler tarapyndan özgerdilýär. Size, ony ulanmak üçin gerek bolan esasy zat, internet ulgamyna baglanmak. "tmchat" programmasyny Türkmen, Rus we Iňlis dillerinde ulanmak mümkindir. Ýenede belläp geçmeli zat. Siziň ulanýan internet ulgamynyň operatory, sizden "Internet-trafik" üçin töleg alyp biler. Bu programma ÝPGJ "Altyn Asyr"Türkmenistan, müşderileri üçin döredilen. tmchat. «tmchat» – это приложение-мессенджер. Удобный и интуитивно понятный интерфейс даёт возможность:

- Совершать и принимать голосовые вызовы внутри приложения;
- Обмениваться сообщениями и вести групповые беседы (чаты);
- Отправлять и принимать аудио-, видео- и прочие файлы.
 tmchat – это приложение, которое все время совершенствуется и добавляются новые функции. Всё, что для этого необходимо, – наличие подключения к сети Интернет.

* Приложение доступно на туркменском, русском и английском языках.

** Следует отметить, что оператор, чьим интернетом Вы пользуетесь, может взимать плату за Интернет-трафик.

*** Приложение разработано для абонентов ЗАО "Алтын Асыр" Туркменистан. tmchat. "tmchat" is a messenger application. The user-friendly and intuitive interface makes it possible: - Make and receive voice calls inside the app; - Exchange messages and conduct group conversations (chats); - Send and receive audio, video and other files. "tmchat" is an application that is constantly being improved and new features are being added. All that is needed for this is an Internet connection. * The application is available in Turkmen, Russian and English. ** It should be noted that the operator whose Internet you use may charge for Internet traffic. *** The application is developed for abonents of CJSC "Altyn Asyr" Turkmenistan.

Screenshots

Loop Messenger4 screens
tmchat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Loop Messenger at 90% against tmchat's 22%. Loop Messenger also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.0) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 7 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Loop Messenger holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Loop Messenger has 42 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Loop Messenger's written reviews are positive against 22% of tmchat's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Loop Messenger ships an update every 10 days, tmchat every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Loop Messenger versus tmchat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoop Messengertmchat
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (42 ratings) — better2.0 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews89.7% of reviews — better22.2% of reviews
Number of ratings42 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB72 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperCollaborative Tools Inc.ALTYN ASYR CJSC

Customer experience

Loop Messenger

All ratings40 ratings
Positive97.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive89.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative7.7%

tmchat

All ratings6 ratings
Positive16.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive22.2%
Neutral5.6%
Negative72.2%

Bugs and requests

Loop Messenger

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App won't open/work with iOS update
  • Deleted groups can't be found
  • Messages don't appear without manual refresh

Requested features

4 requests
  • Video calls
  • Search functionality
  • Web version
  • Ability to send videos

tmchat

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Loop Messenger

No in-app purchases

None

tmchat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Loop Messenger free?
Loop Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is tmchat free?
tmchat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Loop Messenger or tmchat?
Loop Messenger is rated higher. Loop Messenger averages 4.9 out of 5 from 42 ratings, while tmchat averages 2.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Loop Messenger or tmchat have ads?
Neither Loop Messenger nor tmchat shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Loop Messenger or tmchat?
Loop Messenger ships an update every 10 days, and tmchat every 7 months. Most recently, Loop Messenger was updated on November 2, 2026 and tmchat on November 3, 2026.

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