Comparison

Circle Communities vs Secure Comms

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

Head to head
About

Circle Communities

Stay connected with your online communities on the go. This app lets you participate in discussions, join live streams, and track events for any Circle.so community you're a part of. Never miss an update from your creators or fellow members.

Highlights
  • Community discussions
  • Event tracking
  • Live stream hosting
  • On-the-go access
  • Message notifications
Features
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The official companion app for your Circle community is here! If you’re a member or creator of a Circle.so community, our app allows you to keep up with your discussions, events, and messages on the go. Join and host live streams, keep track of upcoming events, and never miss a beat on any of your Circle communities.

About

Secure Comms

This platform offers end-to-end encrypted communication and collaboration for teams. It uses human verification and advanced cryptography to protect sensitive data from various threats, ensuring only trusted members can connect.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted Kibu Pods
  • Human verification for members
  • Biometric authentication (Face ID)
  • Secure file sharing
  • Screenshot protection notifications
  • Eliminates password/phone number reliance
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Kibu's encrypted collaboration platform protects your organization’s sensitive communication, workflows, and collaboration by adding a layer of human trust on top of advanced cryptography. Create secure "Kibu Pods"—private, end-to-end encrypted groups with trusted, verified members—to protect your organization from internal and external threats. Only individuals that you and your pod members verify can connect with you, ensuring you always know exactly who is on the other end. Why Choose Kibu? - Human Trust Meets Cryptography: Kibu combines strong end-to-end encryption with real-world human verification, enhancing security through mutual trust. - Eliminate Common Attack Vectors: By not using emails, passwords, or phone numbers, Kibu protects you from impersonation and credential-based attacks. - Device & Biometric Security: Your Kibu account exists only on your device and is secured by your Face ID at the time of account creation. Key Features - Biometric Authentication: Access your Kibu account and pods securely using Face ID—no passwords or phone numbers needed. - Kibu Pods: Create private, end-to-end encrypted groups with trusted, mutually verified members. - Secure Communication: Enjoy encrypted group chats within your pods, keeping conversations confidential. - File Sharing: Securely share files and documents within your pods, ensuring sensitive information stays protected. - Screenshot Protection: Get notified whenever someone takes a screenshot in a pod; screen recording is blocked to prevent unauthorized sharing and leaks. - Pod Member Verification: Verify the identity of pod members, even outside of Kibu (e.g., on video calls), to combat impersonation attacks and ensure authenticity. Protect Against Advanced Threats - Fraud - AI-assisted impersonation attacks - Phishing - Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) Attacks - Password Attacks - Spoofing - Identity-Based Attacks - Insider Threats - Spamming Common Use Cases - Executive Teams: Secure communication for C-Suite, Board of Directors, and advisors. Approve key decisions with full auditability and maintain a single source of truth. - Accounting Departments: Confirm vendor identities, invoices, and wire instructions. Securely send authorizations for approval, ensuring all decisions are compliant and traceable. - Client Engagements: Safely interact with clients and their teams. Share sensitive documents and validate key account changes using biometric verification. - Deal Teams: Protect M&A discussions and collaborate securely with advisors. Create shared workspaces, approve evolving deal terms, maintain a full audit trail, and prevent information leaks. Getting Started With Kibu Kibu is ready to protect your organization today. Download now or contact us to learn more!

Screenshots

Circle Communities4 screens
Secure Comms4 screens

Verdict

The call

Circle Communities and Secure Comms both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Secure Comms's written reviews are positive against 65% of Circle Communities's. Secure Comms also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). Circle Communities's advantage is ratings volume (84K vs 16) and chart position (#65 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Circle Communities against 5.0 for Secure Comms. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Circle Communities has 84K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Circle Communities's written reviews are positive against 100% of Secure Comms's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Circle Communities ships an update fortnightly, Secure Comms weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Circle Communities versus Secure Comms: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCircle CommunitiesSecure Comms
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (84K ratings)5.0 (16 ratings) — better
Positive reviews65.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings84K — better16
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
Best chart rank#65 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.5 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB57 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCircleCo IncKibu, Inc

Customer experience

Circle Communities

All ratings83,518 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews771 reviews
Positive65.0%
Neutral9.2%
Negative25.8%

Secure Comms

All ratings16 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Circle Communities

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Disappearing messages and notifications
  • Inability to access certain communities
  • Malformed data errors and login issues
  • Compatibility problems with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to save draft posts and comments
  • Improved text editing and cursor control
  • Better video playback controls and functionality
  • Syncing notifications and activity across devices
  • More customization and personalization options

Secure Comms

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Circle Communities

No in-app purchases

None

Secure Comms

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Circle Communities free?
Circle Communities is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Secure Comms free?
Secure Comms is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Circle Communities or Secure Comms?
Secure Comms is rated higher. Circle Communities averages 4.9 out of 5 from 84K ratings, while Secure Comms averages 5.0 from 16 ratings.
Do Circle Communities or Secure Comms have ads?
Neither Circle Communities nor Secure Comms shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Circle Communities or Secure Comms?
Circle Communities ships an update fortnightly, and Secure Comms weekly. Most recently, Circle Communities was updated on September 29, 2026 and Secure Comms on June 5, 2026.

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