Comparison

Olvid vs Friends‘Act

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

Head to head
About

Olvid

This private messaging app prioritizes user control and security. It does not require personal data, push contacts, or allow unsolicited messages. Enjoy secure, end-to-end encrypted conversations with guaranteed privacy.

Highlights
  • No personal data required
  • User-controlled contacts
  • No unsolicited messages
  • End-to-end encryption
  • End-to-end authentication
  • Group creation
  • No spam or advertising
Features
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Olvid is the first private instant messaging application for everyone. What is a "private" messenger? It's a messenger: - That does not push new contacts on you. You are in control: you choose who you want to discuss with. Olvid offers several ways to invite other Olvid users, either face-to-face or remotely. - That does not require any personal data. Olvid won't ask for your phone number, for your email. Unlike your previous messenger, Olvid will never request access to your address book. - On which you will never receive unsolicited messages or messages from an unknown source. - Where all exchanges benefit from the same security and privacy as a real-world discussion behind closed doors. Olvid offers end-to-end encryption and end-to-end authentication by default, always, for everything you send or receive. Olvid guarantees you safe spaces, immune to external aggression, which isolate you from the digital noise and violence of other social networks. Create groups with your family, friends and key collaborators. No spam, no advertising. You finally regain full control over your communications. Olvid has been designed to be the best place to exchange on subjects that matter, with those who matter to you. Olvid - Technology ------------------ At the heart of Olvid, a 'cryptographic engine' coming from several years of research allows to mathematically prove the authenticity, the integrity, and the confidentiality of your communications.

About

Friends‘Act

Features
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Friends Activities – Meet new people, join activities, and build real connections near you. Friends Activities helps you discover people who share your interests and turn everyday moments into real friendships. Whether you want to join a local activity, find a group, explore communities, or simply meet new people in your area, everything happens in one easy-to-use app. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Meet new members near you Discover people in your area and connect with those who match your interests. • Join activities & experiences Find activities happening around you, or create your own and invite others to join. • Groups & communities Become part of groups and communities built around shared passions and topics. • Share posts & moments Post updates, photos, polls, and contributions — like, comment, and stay connected with your community. • Smart search & filters Search members and activities by location, interests, age, and more to find exactly what you're looking for. • Personalized profile Build your profile, add photos, set your interests, and let others get to know the real you. MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS The free membership gives you access to all the important features. Upgrade anytime for an even better experience: • YELLOW – enjoy the app free from advertising and tracking. • GREEN – unlock exclusive benefits and premium features. YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS You stay in control of your profile and what you share. Connect at your own pace, with people you choose. Start today – discover activities, meet new friends, and feel part of a community wherever you are. Have questions or need help? We're happy to assist you at service@wilden-technology.de Privacy Policy: https://friendsact.fr/admin/privacy_policy/en Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Olvid4 screens
Friends‘Act4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Friends‘Act at every 10 days against Olvid's every 6 weeks. Olvid's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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. Olvid sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and Friends‘Act sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $25.00 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Olvid ships an update every 6 weeks, Friends‘Act every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Olvid versus Friends‘Act: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOlvidFriends‘Act
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size141 MB60 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperOlvidFrancois Wilden

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Olvid

Subscriptions4
  • Individual$4.491 Month
  • Family$5.991 Month
  • Individual$44.901 Year
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  • Family$59.901 Year
3 purchases

Friends‘Act

Subscriptions3
  • 3 Months Green$25.003 Months
  • 6 Months Green$49.006 Months
  • 12 Months Green$89.001 Year

Questions

Is Olvid free?
Olvid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Friends‘Act free?
Friends‘Act is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Olvid or Friends‘Act have ads?
Neither Olvid nor Friends‘Act shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Olvid or Friends‘Act?
Olvid ships an update every 6 weeks, and Friends‘Act every 10 days. Most recently, Olvid was updated on October 16, 2026 and Friends‘Act on October 16, 2026.

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