# Socializer Messenger vs build_

The clearest difference is review sentiment: build_ at 100% against Socializer Messenger's 0%. build_ also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Socializer Messenger sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. build_ asks for nothing beyond the download.

build_ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: build_ has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Socializer Messenger's written reviews are positive against 100% of build_'s.

Socializer Messenger ships an update every 2 months, build_ every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Socializer Messenger | build_ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socializer-messenger/id1491781856/reviews) | **[5.0 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build/id1627118449/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **12** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 296 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MeMoNews AG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1491781855) | [Build Republic, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1358024117) |

## What reviewers say

### Socializer Messenger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socializer-messenger/id1491781856)

Communicate securely and reliably with this messaging app. Share photos, videos, documents, and voice messages, create group chats, and make encrypted calls. Protect your messages with a PIN or set them to disappear after a short time.

**Highlights:** Secure messaging and calls, File sharing (photos, videos, docs), Group chats, HD voice and video calls, PIN protection for messages, Disappearing messages, Photo editing

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Platinum Edition | $49.99 | one-time |


### build_

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build/id1627118449)

Connect with local creators, hackers, and dreamers to bring new ideas to life. Share what you want to learn and teach, then find others in your city to collaborate with on projects.

**Highlights:** Connect with local creators, Share learning interests, Offer teaching skills, Find collaborators, Discover local projects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Socializer Messenger free?

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

### Is build_ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Socializer Messenger or build_?

build_ is rated higher. Socializer Messenger averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while build_ averages 5.0 from 12 ratings.

### Do Socializer Messenger or build_ have ads?

Neither Socializer Messenger nor build_ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Socializer Messenger or build_?

Socializer Messenger ships an update every 2 months, and build_ every 10 days. Most recently, Socializer Messenger was updated on October 24, 2026 and build_ on October 24, 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.*