StealthTalk Private Messenger vs Ghost
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Secure voice calls
- End-to-end encrypted messages
- Self-destructing messages
- Stealth mode
- Zero-knowledge architecture
- Patented SDNP protocol
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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
Ghost
This messaging app prioritizes user privacy with end-to-end encryption and anonymous profiles. It collects minimal metadata, ensuring conversations remain confidential and invisible to third parties.
- End-to-end encryption
- Anonymous profiles
- Minimal metadata collection
- No phone number required
- Secure file sharing
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Ghost is your ultra-private messaging companion—designed from the ground up for total peace of mind. With Ghost, your conversations stay truly yours: End-to-End Encryption Every message, image, and file is encrypted on your device and only decrypted on the recipient's device. Not even we can read your chats. Encrypted Voice Calling Make crystal-clear, one-on-one voice calls protected by the same encryption standards as your messages. Calls ring through even when your phone is locked, so you never miss an important call. Anonymous Profiles No phone numbers, no email addresses. Connect with friends and communities without revealing personal information. Group Chats Bring your circle together in encrypted group conversations without sacrificing the privacy you expect from every one-on-one chat. Minimal Metadata We collect only what's strictly necessary—such as app version and crash logs—to keep the service running smoothly. No ad tracking. No analytics. Whether you're a privacy advocate, a whistleblower, or simply someone who values discretion, Ghost keeps your conversations—and your calls—private and protected from prying eyes. Download now and start talking with complete confidence.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Ghost at 4.3 against StealthTalk Private Messenger's 3.8. Ghost also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. StealthTalk Private Messenger sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Ghost asks for nothing beyond the download.
Ghost holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 6 respectively.
StealthTalk Private Messenger ships an update fortnightly, Ghost every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | StealthTalk Private Messenger | Ghost |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (10 ratings) | 4.3 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | StealthTalk Inc. | Kacper Oselka |
Customer experience
StealthTalk Private Messenger
Ghost
In-app purchases
StealthTalk Private Messenger
- StealthTalk Pro (1 month)$4.99
- StealthTalk PRO (1 Month)$9.99
- StealthTalk Max (1 month)$9.99
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- StealthTalk Elite (1 month)$14.99
- StealthTalk Pro (1 year)$49.99
- StealthTalk PRO (12 Months)$99.99
- StealthTalk Max (1 year)$99.99
- StealthTalk Elite (1 year)$149.99
Ghost
No in-app purchases
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