Comparison

Loop Messenger vs ThreadLink

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

ThreadLink

Easily import your Twitter followers to a new social platform. See which of your Twitter connections have joined the new network and get notified when they join. Connect your social following across platforms.

Highlights
  • Import Twitter followers
  • See existing Threads users
  • Notifications for new users
  • Connect social following
Features
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ThreadLink is a simple new app that lets you import your Twitter Followers into Threads. Users are able to enter their threads username, import their following from Twitter, and see a list of their following who have joined Threads. Enable notifications in order to get notified when someone you follow joins ThreadLink and connects their account! *Not affiliated with Twitter or Threads

Screenshots

Loop Messenger4 screens
ThreadLink3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Loop Messenger at 90% against ThreadLink's 33%. Loop Messenger also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.1) and ads (none vs shown). ThreadLink's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 10 days). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 42 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Loop Messenger's written reviews are positive against 33% of ThreadLink's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Loop Messenger versus ThreadLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLoop MessengerThreadLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (42 ratings) — better3.1 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews89.7% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings42 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB24 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCollaborative Tools Inc.Setse LLC

Customer experience

Loop Messenger

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

ThreadLink

All ratings14 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

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

ThreadLink

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Loop Messenger

No in-app purchases

None

ThreadLink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Loop Messenger free?
Loop Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThreadLink free?
ThreadLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Loop Messenger or ThreadLink?
Loop Messenger is rated higher. Loop Messenger averages 4.9 out of 5 from 42 ratings, while ThreadLink averages 3.1 from 14 ratings.
Do Loop Messenger or ThreadLink have ads?
ThreadLink shows ads; Loop Messenger does not.
Which is updated more often, Loop Messenger or ThreadLink?
Loop Messenger ships an update every 10 days, and ThreadLink daily. Most recently, Loop Messenger was updated on November 2, 2026 and ThreadLink on November 3, 2026.

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