# FaceCall vs Video Chat

The clearest difference is update cadence: FaceCall at every 2 days against Video Chat's monthly. FaceCall also leads on review sentiment (83% vs 74%). Video Chat's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FaceCall sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Video Chat sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for FaceCall against 4.6 for Video Chat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 1.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of FaceCall's written reviews are positive against 74% of Video Chat's.

FaceCall ships an update every 2 days, Video Chat monthly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FaceCall | Video Chat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/facecall-answer-better/id1440512076/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-chat-mira/id6446689621/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | **83.0% of reviews** | 73.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 391 MB | 174 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [MobiLine, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1440512075) | [Ramiba Publishing](https://appshunter.io/developer/1612929368) |

## What reviewers say

### FaceCall

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/facecall-answer-better/id1440512076)

Enhance your calls with a personalized video introduction before the call begins. Clearly communicate your reason for calling and even get AI assistance for missed calls. Enjoy features like real-time translation and high-quality group calls.

**Highlights:** Video Caller ID, Caller Intention tags, AI Missed-Call Assistant, Real-Time Voice Translation, Auto Translation for messages, High-Quality Video & Voice Calls, Group Calls

**Features:** Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FaceCall Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| FaceCall Premium Annual | $35.99 | per year |
| 150 FaceCall Coins | $1.59 | one-time |
| 650 FaceCall Coins | $5.79 | one-time |
| 1050 FaceCall Coins | $8.89 | one-time |
| 2550 FaceCall Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 7050 FaceCall Coins | $51.99 | one-time |
| 11000 FaceCall Coins | $74.99 | one-time |
| 23000 FaceCall Coins | $145.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth performance
- 🔒 Secure and safe to use
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Unique video caller ID feature
- 🤩 Fun and creative features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📤 Mandatory contact access required
- 🚫 Potential privacy and data concerns
- 💤 Boring or uninspired for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Video/audio quality issues on weaker connections
- Difficulty registering with certain names

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved spam/unwanted call filtering
- Expanded language support
- Group call features
- More customization options


### Video Chat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-chat-mira/id6446689621)

This app uses AI to create unique avatars for video chats, allowing users to connect with people globally. It combines live video, text messaging, and gaming elements for an engaging and safe communication experience.

**Highlights:** Create and customize AI avatars, Choose AI characters as chat partners, Live video chat and text messaging, Chat using your avatar or unmasked, Gamified chatting with RPG elements, Two-layer safety protection system

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Month | $11.99 | per month |
| Energy for Try | $1.49 | one-time |
| Energy for Sampler | $2.99 | one-time |
| Energy Package Compact | $9.99 | one-time |
| Energy Package Essential | $14.99 | one-time |
| Energy Package Favored | $23.99 | one-time |
| Energy Package Standard | $49.99 | one-time |
| Energy Package Supreme | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🌐 Global chat connections
- 💡 Engaging avatar feature
- 🤝 Helped meet interesting people
- 🌟 Great overall experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- ⏱️ Slow connection issues
- 🔍 Limited language options
- 💰 Concerns about in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Messages not sending properly
- Repeated appearance of same profiles

**Requested features**

- Live streaming functionality
- More advanced matching system
- Improved leveling and progression system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FaceCall free?

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

### Is Video Chat free?

Video Chat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FaceCall or Video Chat?

Video Chat is rated higher. FaceCall averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Video Chat averages 4.6 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do FaceCall or Video Chat have ads?

Neither FaceCall nor Video Chat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FaceCall or Video Chat?

FaceCall ships an update every 2 days, and Video Chat monthly. Most recently, FaceCall was updated on October 25, 2026 and Video Chat on October 25, 2026.

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