Comparison

Privi vs X2Chat

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

Head to head
About

Privi

A secure platform for private communication where all data is encrypted before leaving your device. Your personal information is only shared with your contacts, ensuring complete privacy from third parties. Communicate freely without fear of eavesdropping or data breaches.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Private contact sharing
  • No central identity database
  • Secure communication
  • User privacy focused
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Privi is a secure platform for private communications. All data is encrypted before leaving your device and is safe from eavesdropping. Any personal information you wish to provide is only shared with your contacts, no one else can see that information, not even us. There is no central database of identities to search. Communicate freely. Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: http://about.pri.vi/Terms&Privacy.html

About

X2Chat

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X2Chat - Secure Messenger Built for Privacy X2Chat is a modern, privacy-first messenger that puts you in control of your data. Every message, file, and call is protected with end-to-end encryption. No one in the middle - not us, not your provider - can read your conversations. END-TO-END ENCRYPTION - RSA-2048 for session key exchange - AES-256-GCM for content (text, files, media) - WebRTC Insertable Streams for calls - true E2E at the RTP-frame level - Trusted-key QR codes - MITM protection from the server itself CALLS FAST AND CLEAR - High-quality 1-on-1 and group audio/video calls - Ultra-low latency through an optimized audio pipeline - Native CallKit integration - lock-screen calls feel like system calls - Adaptive bitrate and resilience on weak networks CLOUD BACKUP WITHOUT COMPROMISE - Encrypted backup secured with your own password - Account restore on a new device via slot_id and password - iCloud Keychain sync for seamless device migration PRIVACY BY DEFAULT - Zero ads, zero tracking - Minimal metadata stored server-side - Open encryption architecture X2Chat fits private conversations, work communications, and everything that should stay strictly between you and your contact.

Screenshots

Privi3 screens
X2Chat2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: X2Chat at none against Privi's 2. X2Chat also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). Privi's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Privi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. X2Chat asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Privi ships an update monthly, X2Chat every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Privi versus X2Chat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPriviX2Chat
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStochastic Systems LLCALEKSANDR GREBENIN

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Privi

Subscriptions2
  • Basic Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Standard subscription$2.991 Month
None

X2Chat

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Privi free?
Privi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is X2Chat free?
X2Chat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Privi or X2Chat have ads?
Neither Privi nor X2Chat shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Privi or X2Chat?
Privi ships an update monthly, and X2Chat every 4 days. Most recently, Privi was updated on September 23, 2026 and X2Chat on September 18, 2026.

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