Hello! vs Venila
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hello!
Connect anonymously with people globally or within your country. Share thoughts via text and images, and receive real-time notifications for messages and online statuses to foster deeper connections.
- Anonymous connections
- Global and local chat
- Image and text sharing
- Real-time notifications
- Online status checks
- Daily conversation requests
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Write a small hello from your day. Choose who to send it to, read their conversation starter, and send when you are ready. A conversation opens after the other person accepts. Return to Chats to keep talking. Your personal journal is separate from your conversations and stays on your device. For adults 18 and older. Sign in with Apple and choose a display name and your actual adult age group. This version starts a new service; accounts and conversations from the previous service are not imported. The app interface is available in English and Korean.
Venila
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Venila - Connect 1-on-1 with verified advisors, guides, and locals through instant, private voice calls. Whether you're looking for authentic local travel spots, everyday life advice, career insights, cultural connections, or just a genuine conversation in your language, Venila connects you directly with the right person in seconds. WHY VENILA? • Instant 1-on-1 Voice Calls: No scheduled waiting or endless texting. Connect in real time with high-definition, crystal-clear audio. • Verified Advisors & Passionate Locals: Discover community experts across travel, career, language, lifestyle, wellness, and local culture. • 100% Private & Safe: Your personal phone number and contact details are never shared. Enjoy private, safe conversations with complete peace of mind. • Audio Notes & Previews: Listen to voice intros before placing a call to find the advisor who best matches what you're looking for. • Transparent Pay-as-You-Go: No hidden commitments or monthly subscriptions. Top up coins easily and only pay for the time you spend on the call. POPULAR CONVERSATIONS: • Local Guides & Travel: Hidden food spots, neighborhood culture, and travel tips. • Language & Culture: Connect with native speakers and diaspora communities worldwide. • Life & Perspective: Meaningful 1-on-1 conversations, mentorship, and everyday advice. • Hobbies & Interests: Music, film, arts, and creative discussions with fellow enthusiasts. Download Venila today and start your first conversation!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hello! at none against Venila's 5. Venila's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Venila sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Hello! asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hello! ships an update every 10 days, Venila every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hello! | Venila |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 110 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Paran | 9524231 Canada Inc. |
In-app purchases
Hello!
No in-app purchases
Venila
- 1,800 Coins — Starter$0.99
- 1,800 Coins — Mini$1.99
- 5,400 Coins — Popular$4.99
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- 18,000 Coins — Value$14.99
- 54,000 Coins — VIP$39.99
