# iCanX vs Elele

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iCanX at 100% against Elele's 64%. iCanX also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). Elele's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Elele sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $2.89 per 7 days. iCanX asks for nothing beyond the download.

iCanX holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Elele has 1.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of iCanX's written reviews are positive against 64% of Elele's.

iCanX ships an update every 10 days, Elele monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iCanX | Elele |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icanx/id1466628262/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elele-real-chat/id1595557571/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 63.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 302 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ICAN GROUP CO., LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1583716620) | [Cenkle Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/1506501826) |

## What reviewers say

### iCanX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icanx/id1466628262)

This secure instant messaging app allows for private chats, video, and voice calls. Create group chats with features like message pinning and multiple administrators for easy management. Share QR codes for quick group invitations.

**Highlights:** Encrypted instant messaging, Video and voice calls, Group chat creation, Message top function, Multiple administrator support, QR code group sharing

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Elele

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elele-real-chat/id1595557571)

Connect instantly with real users for fun conversations and new friendships. This app offers secure messaging, voice, and video calls without the need for swiping or matching. Explore global connections and discover shared interests in a safe, ad-free environment.

**Highlights:** Instant messaging without matching, Voice and video calls, Global connections, Safe and secure community, Ad-free experience (optional ads for rewards), Discover shared interests

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| See Likes Subscription | $2.89 | per 7 days |
| See Likes Subscription | $9.19 | per month |
| See Likes Subscription | $23.49 | per 3 months |
| King Queen Member | $49.99 | per month |
| Emperor Empress Member | $69.99 | per 7 days |
| Emperor Empress Member | $199.99 | per month |
| Emperor Empress Member | $499.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Translation Characters | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50000 Translation Characters | $1.90 | one-time |
| 100000 Translation Characters | $3.59 | one-time |
| 5 Credits | $4.69 | one-time |
| 250000 Translation Characters | $8.49 | one-time |
| 10 Credits | $9.09 | one-time |
| 500000 Translation Characters | $16.49 | one-time |
| 25 Credits | $22.00 | one-time |
| 1000000 Translation Characters | $32.00 | one-time |
| 2500000 Translation Characters | $75.00 | one-time |
| 250 Credits | $189.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Sweet app
- 👍 Great app
- 👍 I like this app
- 👍 I love this app
- 👍 Nice and good dating app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 A very bad app, account banned immediately
- 🔋 Just looking forward for a better service
- 🐛 Actually good but I have not get any date

**Reported bugs**

- Account banned immediately
- Unable to get any dates

**Requested features**

- Improve service quality
- Provide more dates


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iCanX free?

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

### Is Elele free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iCanX or Elele?

iCanX is rated higher. iCanX averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Elele averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do iCanX or Elele have ads?

Elele shows ads; iCanX does not.

### Which is updated more often, iCanX or Elele?

iCanX ships an update every 10 days, and Elele monthly. Most recently, iCanX was updated on October 15, 2026 and Elele on October 27, 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.*