Comparison

Messenger Kids vs BoxXp

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

Head to head
About

Messenger Kids

This messaging app is designed for children, offering a safe and controlled environment for them to connect with friends and family. Parents can manage contacts, monitor conversations, and set usage limits, ensuring a worry-free experience with no ads or in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • Parental dashboard for contact and message management
  • Kid-friendly filters, reactions, and sound effects
  • Usage limits and bedtime settings
  • Stickers, GIFs, emojis, and drawing tools
  • No phone number required for setup
  • No in-app purchases or ads
Features
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Messenger Kids — Made for Kids. Controlled by Parents. Made for Kids. Controlled by Parents. Parent Dashboard: Parents can manage their kids' contact list, and monitor messages on the Messenger Kids app. When kids block contacts, parents are notified. Fun Filters: Kid-friendly filters, reactions, and sound effects make video chats with friends and family even better. Worry Free: Parents can set usage limits when it’s bedtime, and there are no in app-purchases or ads. Creative Convos: Stickers, GIFs, emojis, and drawing tools give kids more ways to express themselves. Easy Start: No phone number required. We’re always working to improve Messenger Kids. If you’d like to share any feedback with us or for more information, visit messengerkids.com.

About

BoxXp

This app automatically counts punches using motion and sound detection, perfect for boxing reflex ball training. Track progress, compete with others, and improve your fitness and coordination with custom timers and video playback.

Highlights
  • Automatic punch counting via motion/sound detection
  • Customizable training timers
  • Video recording and playback
  • Punch history and progress tracking
  • Multiple user profiles
  • Offline and global leaderboards
  • Built-in tutorials
Features
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BoxXp—Track. Train. Compete. BoxXp is the must-have companion app for anyone using a boxing reflex ball. With built-in motion and sound detection technology, BoxXp lets you focus on your punches—not on counting them. Whether you're training alone, with friends, or competing globally, BoxXp helps you stay on top of your game. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts, boxers, and beginners alike, the app makes it easy to measure progress, review your sessions, and push your limits — all while having fun. :calling: Core Features :brain: Motion + Sound Detection Punch Counting Counts your punches automatically — no manual tracking needed. :stopwatch: Custom Training Timers Choose from 5, 10, or 30 seconds—or set your own time. :movie_camera: Video Recording & Playback Capture your sessions and rewatch your hits to monitor form and improvement. :chart_with_upwards_trend: Punch History & Progress Tracking Log and view your progress over time to keep improving. :busts_in_silhouette: Multiple User Profiles Add multiple users on one device, complete with custom profile images. :trophy: Offline and Global Leaderboards (Global Coming Soon) Compete locally with friends or take on the world through the online leaderboard system. :books: Built-In Tutorials Step-by-step guides on how to use the app and make the most of your reflex ball training. :closed_lock_with_key: Secure OTP Login & Privacy First Email verification via OTP for secure logins. All your data is protected and stored safely. :compass: Simple, User-Friendly Interface Clean layout that’s easy to navigate—get started in seconds. :bulb: Why BoxXp? * Designed for real users with real reflex balls * Encourages fitness, speed, and coordination * Ideal for solo training, friendly competition, or personal challenges * Keeps your data private and secure * Works offline and – train anywhere, anytime Download BoxXp now and start punching your way to sharper reflexes, better fitness, and a whole new level of fun. It’s time to turn your reflex ball sessions into a real game.

Screenshots

Messenger Kids4 screens
BoxXp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Messenger Kids at 60% against BoxXp's 0%. Messenger Kids also leads on rating (4.3 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (116K vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

Messenger Kids holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Messenger Kids has 116K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Messenger Kids's written reviews are positive against 0% of BoxXp's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Messenger Kids ships an update every 2 weeks, BoxXp fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Messenger Kids versus BoxXp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMessenger KidsBoxXp
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (116K ratings) — better2.3 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews60.2% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings116K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#94 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size162 MB61 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperMeta Platforms, Inc.247ClickAndShop Ltd

Customer experience

Messenger Kids

All ratings116,487 ratings
Positive80.9%
Neutral6.3%
Negative12.8%
Written reviews4,857 reviews
Positive60.2%
Neutral16.0%
Negative23.9%

BoxXp

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Messenger Kids

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to send/receive messages and photos
  • Frequent disconnections and 'reconnecting' issues
  • Glitches with group calls and games
  • Problems with account creation and login

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow customization of chat colors, backgrounds, and emojis
  • Add a 'do not disturb' mode
  • Increase video recording time limit
  • Improve search and contact management
  • Integrate with other social platforms like Facebook

BoxXp

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Messenger Kids

No in-app purchases

None

BoxXp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Messenger Kids free?
Messenger Kids is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BoxXp free?
BoxXp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Messenger Kids or BoxXp?
Messenger Kids is rated higher. Messenger Kids averages 4.3 out of 5 from 116K ratings, while BoxXp averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.
Do Messenger Kids or BoxXp have ads?
Neither Messenger Kids nor BoxXp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Messenger Kids or BoxXp?
Messenger Kids ships an update every 2 weeks, and BoxXp fortnightly. Most recently, Messenger Kids was updated on October 30, 2026 and BoxXp on October 28, 2026.

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