# Self vs Delete Messages on Messenger

The clearest difference is rating: Self at 2.8 against Delete Messages on Messenger's 2.3. Self also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Self sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Delete Messages on Messenger sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Self holds the better App Store score, 2.8 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of Self's written reviews are positive against 13% of Delete Messages on Messenger's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Self | Delete Messages on Messenger |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[2.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-destructing-messages/id1475409586/reviews)** | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/delete-messages-on-messenger/id6743963451/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **14.3% of reviews** | 12.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | +17 |
| Developer | [Fanatic Development](https://appshunter.io/developer/488507501) | [Binh Do](https://appshunter.io/developer/6824843334) |

## What reviewers say

### Self

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-destructing-messages/id1475409586)

Send messages that automatically disappear after a set time. Control message visibility and ensure sensitive information is deleted permanently from all devices. Integrates seamlessly with iMessage for easy sharing.

**Highlights:** Set message expiration times, Automatic message deletion, Securely share secrets, iMessage integration, No account required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited messages | $0.99 | one-time |


### Delete Messages on Messenger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/delete-messages-on-messenger/id6743963451)

Effortlessly manage your Facebook Messenger conversations. Delete multiple chats at once and export entire conversations as HTML files for backup or easy viewing. Includes bonus tools for managing tagged photos and social media interactions.

**Highlights:** Delete multiple conversations, Export chats as HTML, Export tagged photos, Bulk unfollow, Story/Reel exporter

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $22.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Self free?

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

### Is Delete Messages on Messenger free?

Delete Messages on Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Self or Delete Messages on Messenger?

Self is rated higher. Self averages 2.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Delete Messages on Messenger averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.

### Do Self or Delete Messages on Messenger have ads?

Neither Self nor Delete Messages on Messenger shows ads.

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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.*