Delta Chat vs ThePostcode
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Delta Chat
This decentralized messenger offers private, secure, and reliable instant messaging. It allows for easy setup on multiple devices and supports multiple chat profiles without requiring a phone number. Enjoy end-to-end encryption and the flexibility to run it with your own email or server.
- Decentralized instant messaging
- Private onboarding without phone number
- End-to-end encryption
- Multiple chat profiles
- Works on multiple devices
- Self-hosted option
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Delta Chat is a reliable decentralized instant messenger that is easy and fun to use for friends, family, groups and organizations. Delta Chat is developed by a dedicated FOSS contributor community that jointly releases refinements and new features several times a year, across many stores and platforms world-wide. Features at a glance: • Private. Instant on-boarding without a phone number or other private data. • Friends & Family: Only chat with people you know. Unknown users cannot message or follow you without mutual consent. • Flexible. Supports multiple chat profiles and is easy to setup on multiple devices. • Reliable. Works under bad and adversarial network conditions. • Secure. Audited End-to-End encryption safe against network and server attacks. • Sovereign. Can be run with your own e-mail address or server. • FOSS. Fully Open Source/Free Software, built on Internet Standards.
ThePostcode
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ThePostcode – Your Local Community Network Welcome to ThePostcode, the social platform designed to bring local communities together. Whether you're looking to connect with neighbors, discover local events, share updates, or support nearby businesses, ThePostcode helps you stay connected with the people and places that matter most. Features • Create your personal profile • Share photos, videos, and updates • Connect with friends and local residents • Discover nearby events and community activities • Join discussions and local groups • Follow businesses, creators, and organizations • Like, comment, and share posts • Send private messages • Receive real-time notifications • Explore trending content in your area Why Choose ThePostcode? ThePostcode makes it easy to stay informed, build meaningful local connections, and discover what's happening in your neighborhood. Whether you're a resident, business owner, student, or community organizer, you'll find everything you need to connect with your community in one place. Download ThePostcode today and start connecting with your local community.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ThePostcode at 13.0 against Delta Chat's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Delta Chat | ThePostcode |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (124 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 62.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 124 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 176 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | merlinux | Charles Ugwu |
In-app purchases
Delta Chat
No in-app purchases
ThePostcode
No in-app purchases








