Comparison

Mirchi vs Safe

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

Head to head
About

Mirchi

This app offers a fresh way for South Asians to connect. Users can like or comment on photos, match with others, and communicate via video snaps or text. It caters to those seeking serious relationships or new friendships within the South Asian community.

Highlights
  • Photo liking and commenting
  • Video snap messaging
  • Text messaging
  • Friendship mode ('BFF')
  • South Asian community focus
Features
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Mirchi is a new approach to South Asian dating. Like or comment on photos, match and send video snaps/text. Download Mirchi if you're looking for a serious relationship or even make new friends amongst the South Asian community by using the "BFF" feature. Mirchi is free to download and use. However, if you’re looking to get the most from Mirchi, you can subscribe to a Mirchi membership. The Mirchi membership is a monthly option, prices may vary per country and are subject to change without notice. Prices are clearly displayed in the app. * Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. * Your subscription will automatically renew itself, unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. * Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. * You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings in the iTunes Store. * If offered, if you choose to use our free trial, any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to that publication, where applicable Be sure to read our privacy policy and terms of use: http://mirchiapp.com/privacy-policy-2/ http://mirchiapp.com/terms-of-service/

About

Safe

Features
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Designed for personal safety and confidence in any situation. No real calls made – completely private and secure. Simple, fast, and easy to use – ready when you need it. Download SafeTalk today and take control of your safety! -Instant Fake Calls – Tap-to-receive an incoming call anytime. -Scheduled Calls – Set a call for later to create a planned escape. -Custom Caller ID – Randomly generated caller Ids to support realism. -Authentic Call Screen – Looks just like a real incoming call. -Emergency Use – Feel safer when walking alone or in uncertain situations.

Screenshots

Mirchi4 screens
Safe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Safe at none against Mirchi's 7. Safe also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Mirchi's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price and update cadence 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. Mirchi sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per 7 days. Safe asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mirchi ships an update every 3 weeks, Safe fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Mirchi versus Safe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMirchiSafe
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (2.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews22.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMirchi inc.Nisshanth Perumalsamy

Bugs and requests

Mirchi

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App freezing and crashing
  • Login issues with verification codes
  • Incorrect distance and location information
  • Disappearing matches and messages

Requested features

5 requests
  • Advanced location and distance filters
  • Improved profile verification process
  • Better match recommendation algorithm
  • Enhanced messaging and notification features
  • Streamlined account deletion and data removal

Safe

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Mirchi

Subscriptions7
  • Mirchi Select Weekly$9.007 Days
  • Mirchi Black Weekly$14.007 Days
  • Mirchi Select Monthly$18.001 Month
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  • Mirchi Black Monthly3 Days trial$24.001 Month
  • Mirchi A-List Weekly$35.007 Days
  • Mirchi Black - 3 Months$70.003 Months
  • Mirchi A-List Monthly$75.001 Month
None

Safe

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mirchi free?
Mirchi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Safe free?
Safe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mirchi or Safe have ads?
Safe shows ads; Mirchi does not.
Which is updated more often, Mirchi or Safe?
Mirchi ships an update every 3 weeks, and Safe fortnightly. Most recently, Mirchi was updated on November 11, 2026 and Safe on October 30, 2026.

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