# JusTalk Kids vs SimpleX Chat

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SimpleX Chat at none against JusTalk Kids's 10. JusTalk Kids's advantage is review sentiment (86% vs 56%) and ratings volume (18K vs 279). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. JusTalk Kids sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. SimpleX Chat asks for nothing beyond the download.

JusTalk Kids holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: JusTalk Kids has 18K ratings behind it against 279, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of JusTalk Kids's written reviews are positive against 56% of SimpleX Chat's.

JusTalk Kids ships an update every 2 weeks, SimpleX Chat every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | JusTalk Kids | SimpleX Chat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/justalk-kids-safe-messenger/id1403744827/reviews)** | [4.3 (279 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-chat-secure-messenger/id1605771084/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 279 |
| Positive reviews | **86.3% of reviews** | 56.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#198** | — |
| Size | 272 MB | 207 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Jus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1403744826) | [SimpleX Chat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605771086) |

## What reviewers say

### JusTalk Kids

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/justalk-kids-safe-messenger/id1403744827)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

This app provides a secure platform for children to connect with family and friends through voice and video calls, and instant messaging. It features parent-approved friend management, smart content monitoring, and interactive communication tools to ensure a safe and engaging experience.

**Highlights:** Parent-approved friend management, Safe voice and video calling, Dual Capture and DuoFace video, Video call effects and filters, Interactive stories and games, Smart content monitoring, Walkie Talkie (Push-to-Talk)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| To Parent Phone - Monthly | $0.49 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| JusTalk Kids Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| JusTalk Kids Premium | $10.99 | per month |
| 6-Month Subscription | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Offer: 6-Month Subscription | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Offer: Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| JusTalk Kids Premium | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Safe for kids
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Allows communication without phone numbers
- 🎨 Customizable profiles and themes
- 🎮 Fun games during calls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Strict parental controls can be frustrating
- 💰 Many premium features
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🔋 Battery drain during calls
- 🤔 Difficulty adding friends

**Reported bugs**

- Logging out and losing friend lists
- Inability to see messages sent before being added as a friend
- Call quality issues and dropped connections

**Requested features**

- More free games and customization options
- Ability to share screens during calls
- Improved notification system for incoming calls
- Better sync across devices


### SimpleX Chat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplex-chat-secure-messenger/id1605771084)

This secure messaging app offers unparalleled privacy by eliminating user identifiers. Enjoy end-to-end encrypted messages, calls, and files with features like disappearing messages and incognito mode. Connect via invitation links without needing phone numbers or emails.

**Highlights:** No user identifiers, End-to-end encrypted messages, Disappearing messages, Incognito mode, Encrypted file and voice messages, Secret chat groups, Encrypted portable chat database

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 End-to-end encryption and quantum-resistant security
- 🔐 No phone number or personal data required
- 👤 Anonymous profiles and multiple identities
- 🚀 Fast message delivery when working properly
- 🎯 Decentralized and open-source architecture

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and instability
- 📬 Delayed or missing notifications (20+ minutes common)
- ⌨️ Keyboard issues on iOS (freezing, unresponsive)
- 🔌 Poor connectivity and message delivery failures
- 📱 iPad version not optimized

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup (v6.2 update)
- Keyboard unresponsive on iOS 26
- Messages not appearing until app is opened
- Notifications not working despite correct settings
- Chat freezing and lag on iPhone

**Requested features**

- Read receipts option
- Typing indicators
- Bot maker feature like Telegram
- Multiple image attachment with descriptions
- Better emoji reaction selection


## Frequently asked questions

### Is JusTalk Kids free?

JusTalk Kids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is SimpleX Chat free?

SimpleX Chat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, JusTalk Kids or SimpleX Chat?

JusTalk Kids is rated higher. JusTalk Kids averages 4.6 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while SimpleX Chat averages 4.3 from 279 ratings.

### Do JusTalk Kids or SimpleX Chat have ads?

Neither JusTalk Kids nor SimpleX Chat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, JusTalk Kids or SimpleX Chat?

JusTalk Kids ships an update every 2 weeks, and SimpleX Chat every 3 weeks. Most recently, JusTalk Kids was updated on November 7, 2026 and SimpleX Chat on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*