Comparison

Pingo vs Bot Communicator

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

Head to head
About

Pingo

Make affordable international calls to mobile and landline numbers worldwide. Choose to connect via WiFi, mobile data, or carrier minutes. Send free messages to other users and enjoy crystal clear call quality with transparent pricing.

Highlights
  • International calling to mobile and landlines
  • WiFi, data, and carrier minute calling options
  • Crystal clear call quality
  • Free in-app messaging
  • Transparent and competitive rates
  • Easy recharge and digital calling card
Features
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Save today on International Calls, Mobile Recharges & Travel eSIMs with Pingo App! Keep the world within reach for less. Whether you're making premium international calls at budget rates, sending a mobile top-up to family back home, or activating instant data for your next trip, Pingo brings you closer to what matters in one simple app. Replace expensive calling cards and roaming fees with our excellent value calling rates from our all-in-one international app. Easily make cheap calls or send top-ups to Nigeria, Ghana, India, UK, Kenya, US, Germany, Poland, China, and many more. Premium voice calls: * High Quality: Enjoy crystal-clear VoIP calls at local rates * Pay per minute with no hidden fees * Use with WiFi or Mobile Data Download for free and get: * Cheap rates for international phone calls * No Hidden or Extra Fees * $5 Minimum Order * Minute rounding * 100% Call Quality * Access from all iOS smartphones and tablets * Direct access to your phone contacts * 24/7 Customer Service Very easy to use: 1. Create an account or login 2. Buy Voice Credit, Mobile Recharge, or Travel eSIM 3. Start calling and stay connected with the world! Extra options: * Instantly check the rate/min for the destination you want to call * Check out the answers to frequently asked questions in our Help Center * Set My Caller ID - Let your friends and family know it's you calling by setting your Caller ID directly in the app. * Rate Our App - We value your feedback. Let us know how we're doing! Features: * Integrated Contacts: Use your existing phone list for 1-tap calls * Easy Onboarding: Create a new account directly from the app in seconds * Speed Dial: Call your favorite international numbers faster than ever Tip: We recommend turning off "International Calling" with your current mobile provider to avoid accidental high charges on their network. Always use Pingo app for great rates! Backup calling method: Use our Toll Free or Local Access numbers from any mobile or landline. Mobile Recharge Need to send mobile credit abroad? Top up any prepaid phone in 160+ countries in just a few taps. It’s the fastest way to support your friends and family with instant delivery. Travel eSIM Digital eSIM for the modern traveler. Skip the physical cards and the roaming charges. High-speed travel data is just a tap away, keeping you connected wherever your journey leads. Questions or Feedback? We value your opinion! Reach out to us at customerservice@pingo.com or check our Help Center directly in the app. Frequently asked questions 1. Can I use my phone contacts? Yes, but you have to make sure that all phone numbers are saved in international format: country code + phone number. 2. How much data does the app use for an online call? On average, the app uses approximately 1MB/min for making a voice call. In order to benefit from the highest quality available, we advise you to use the application with a WiFi network. Any costs resulting from using the application with mobile data networks when you call internationally are not covered by us. 3. Which countries & operators support mobile top-ups? You can send top-ups to +150 countries and mobile operators around the world. Simply browse through the list of available destinations; once you select your desired country, the available operators will be displayed. 4. What is a travel eSIM and how does it work? A travel eSIM is a digital SIM card that allows you to access mobile data in other countries without needing a physical SIM. Instead of inserting a plastic card, you download a profile to your phone. It works by connecting your device to local mobile networks in your destination country, providing you with affordable data at more cost-effective rates than traditional international roaming.

About

Bot Communicator

Features
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Bot Communicator — 'The Com' A new, free way to chat and call your friends and family — privately. No phone numbers needed. No third-party accounts. Just connect with a simple invite code and start talking. The Com — Private Messaging Send encrypted messages instantly. No phone number required — just share your Com# invite code and you're connected. Messages are delivered in real time with end-to-end encryption. Voice Calling — Free Over Any Network Make crystal-clear voice calls to your contacts over WiFi or mobile data. No carrier fees, no minutes to track. WebRTC-powered calling works reliably on any connection. Your Identity, Your Way Set your Com Tag — your display name on the network. Share your Com# with friends so they can find you instantly. Accept connection requests to build your contact list. Invite a Friend Share your Com# with one tap. Your friends download the app, enter your code, and you're connected — it's that simple. Smart Notifications Stay in the loop with customizable push notifications. Toggle notification types on or off to stay informed without being overwhelmed. 11 Languages Switch between English, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, French, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and Russian. Key Features: • Encrypted private messaging — no phone number needed • Free voice calls over WiFi or mobile data • Com Tag & Com# — your unique identity on the network • One-tap invite to connect with friends • End-to-end encrypted communication • Customizable push notifications • Voice input for hands-free messaging • Multiple text-to-speech voice options • 11 language support • Dark mode interface • Automatic over-the-air updates The Com — private, free, and fun. Chat and call the people you care about without giving away your phone number.

Screenshots

Pingo4 screens
Bot Communicator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bot Communicator at none against Pingo's 11. Bot Communicator also leads on ads (none vs shown). Pingo's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price, 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. Pingo sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Bot Communicator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pingo ships an update monthly, Bot Communicator every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Pingo versus Bot Communicator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPingoBot Communicator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (882 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings882 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB53 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMiron Enterprises, LLCScot Kinney

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Pingo

One-time11
  • Prepaid 6 AUD credit$4.99
  • Prepaid 4 GBP credit$5.99
  • Prepaid 5 EUR credit$5.99
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  • Prepaid 5 USD credit$5.99
  • Prepaid 6 CAD credit$5.99
  • Prepaid 10 USD credit$11.99
  • Prepaid 20 USD credit$23.99
  • Prepaid 50 AUD credit$39.99
  • Prepaid 50 NZD credit$39.99
  • Prepaid 50 CAD credit$44.99
  • Prepaid 50 USD credit$58.99
None

Bot Communicator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pingo free?
Pingo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bot Communicator free?
Bot Communicator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pingo or Bot Communicator have ads?
Pingo shows ads; Bot Communicator does not.
Which is updated more often, Pingo or Bot Communicator?
Pingo ships an update monthly, and Bot Communicator every 3 months. Most recently, Pingo was updated on October 23, 2026 and Bot Communicator on October 14, 2026.

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