Comparison

StealthTalk Private Messenger vs Apex

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

StealthTalk Private Messenger

This secure messenger offers end-to-end encrypted voice calls and messages for privacy-conscious professionals. Features include self-destructing messages, a stealth mode for enhanced privacy, and a zero-knowledge architecture.

Highlights
  • Secure voice calls
  • End-to-end encrypted messages
  • Self-destructing messages
  • Stealth mode
  • Zero-knowledge architecture
  • Patented SDNP protocol
Features
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StealthTalk is a private messenger designed to meet high demands of business- and privacy-minded professionals. Based on a patented SDNP protocol developed for professional use in telecommunications, StealthTalk bridges the gap between professional and consumer security solutions. KEY FEATURES Secure Voice Calls Make secure calls with exceptional voice quality, even with slow internet connection speeds based on TETRA professional communication standards and SDNP protocol. Secure Messages Exchange true end-to-end encrypted messages with all sensitive message data encryption and decryption taking place entirely on the user device. Self-Destruct Messages Send confidential messages that are erased automatically after a selected period of time. Stealth Mode Protected stealth environment for sensitive calls and messages that requires users to enter their password to preview messages or receive calls. PRIVACY & SECURITY End-to-End Encryption All communication within StealthTalk is always protected with end-to-end encryption powered by a patented SDNP protocol that uses ECC 512, AES 256 and SHA-3 512 as primitives. Zero-Knowledge Proof StealthTalk knows nothing about the content of your messages or calls. User data is not collected or stored on StealthTalk servers and cannot be analyzed, sold or disclosed. Professional Telecommunications Technology StealthTalk communication security is based on the patented, tried and field-tested SDNP protocol developed for and used in professional telecommunications. REQUIRED PERMISSIONS StealthTalk requires the following permissions to deliver its private messaging services and ensure all features are operational. • Contacts: Contacts permission is used to match you with your contacts using phone number hashes. StealthTalk does not monetize, collect or store your address book data. • Microphone: Microphone access is required to make secure voice calls • Bluetooth & Location: Bluetooth and location access is needed to locate devices close to you and enable encryption key exchange. • Camera: Camera access is needed to add new contacts via QR code and send pictures with the built-in camera. • Storage: Storage access is needed to store images and files that you receive in chats. For additional information and suggestions, please contact support@stealthtalk.com

About

Apex

Create exclusive, invite-only groups for private conversations. You control who joins and set the rules for your curated space. Supports multiple identities for different social circles.

Highlights
  • Invite-only groups
  • Curated spaces
  • Content and member moderation
  • Private conversations
  • Multiple identities
  • Hidden ownership
Features
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Apex is the fastest way to create invite-only groups, where creators set the rules and members drop into conversations Unlike other social networks, Apex allows you to choose who gets in your inner circle and curate the best conversations on the internet. YOU'RE IN CHARGE! - Curated space: choose who gets in and who stays in. - Set the the rules: moderate content and members. PRIVATE - Exclusive: conversations visible only to group members. - Be who you want: choose your real identity or a private, masked one. - Support for multiple identities: keep your friends and family separate from your other groups. - Hidden ownership: perfect for revolutionaries and interest groups with no owners. CONVERSATION - In the moment conversations: easily see who's active and start an in-the-moment discussion. - Keep up with multiple conversations effortlessly. - Everyone can create and participate. We want to hear your feedback! Email: help@joinapex.com

Screenshots

StealthTalk Private Messenger4 screens
Apex3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Apex at 4.5 against StealthTalk Private Messenger's 3.8. Apex also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. StealthTalk Private Messenger sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Apex asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Apex holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 50% and 50% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StealthTalk Private Messenger ships an update fortnightly, Apex every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
StealthTalk Private Messenger versus Apex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStealthTalk Private MessengerApex
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (10 ratings)4.5 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings10 — better8
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB30 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperStealthTalk Inc.The Apex App, Inc.

Customer experience

StealthTalk Private Messenger

All ratings10 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

Apex

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

StealthTalk Private Messenger

One-time6
  • StealthTalk Pro (1 month)$4.99
  • StealthTalk Max (1 month)$9.99
  • StealthTalk Elite (1 month)$14.99
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  • StealthTalk Pro (1 year)$49.99
  • StealthTalk Max (1 year)$99.99
  • StealthTalk Elite (1 year)$149.99
None

Apex

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StealthTalk Private Messenger free?
StealthTalk Private Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Apex free?
Apex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, StealthTalk Private Messenger or Apex?
Apex is rated higher. StealthTalk Private Messenger averages 3.8 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Apex averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.
Do StealthTalk Private Messenger or Apex have ads?
Neither StealthTalk Private Messenger nor Apex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StealthTalk Private Messenger or Apex?
StealthTalk Private Messenger ships an update fortnightly, and Apex every 5 days. Most recently, StealthTalk Private Messenger was updated on November 3, 2026 and Apex on November 3, 2026.

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