Comparison

io vs Direct Message

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

Head to head
About

io

Features
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Video and voice calls, chat, messaging, shared tracking sessions, file exchange and sharing. Conference mode. Free, private, no ads, P2P.

About

Direct Message

Features
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Direct Message - Click to Chat Tired of cluttering your contacts with numbers you'll only use once? Say hello to "Direct Message - Click to Chat," the ultimate tool for instant WhatsApp communication without the hassle of saving contacts! Features: Instant Messaging: Simply enter the phone number, and with a single click, start chatting on WhatsApp. No need to add the number to your contacts first! Quick Message Feature: Save time by storing frequently used messages. Select a saved message to send instantly, avoiding the need to type the same message repeatedly. User-Friendly Interface: Our clean and intuitive design ensures a seamless experience from start to finish. Dial numbers, select quick messages, and start chatting in seconds. Privacy First: No unnecessary permissions. Your contacts and messages are secure and private. Why Choose Direct Message - Click to Chat? Efficiency: Perfect for businesses, professionals, or anyone who frequently contacts new people via WhatsApp. Skip the step of saving numbers and go straight to the conversation. Convenience: Ideal for repetitive tasks, like sending appointment reminders, promotions, or follow-ups, without the need to rewrite messages. Versatility: Whether it's a quick hello, a business inquiry, or a follow-up message, our quick message feature ensures you communicate quickly and effectively. How It Works: Enter the Number: Type in the phone number you want to message. Select a Quick Message: Choose from your saved messages or type a new one. Click to Chat: Open the WhatsApp chat instantly and start your conversation. Download Direct Message - Click to Chat Now! Streamline your WhatsApp communication and enhance your productivity with Direct Message - Click to Chat. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/superwebarmy/thealpha/blob/main/direct-message-privacy-policy.md Terms of Use: https://github.com/superwebarmy/thealpha/blob/main/direct-message-terms-of-use.md Disclaimer: Direct Message is a third party app and it is not affiliated or sponsored by WhatsApp Inc.

Screenshots

io4 screens
Direct Message4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: io at none against Direct Message's 2. io also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Direct Message sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. io asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
io versus Direct Message: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterioDirect Message
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsโ€”
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac โ€” betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size9 MB37 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAndrei ConstantinescuShakti Goyal

In-app purchases

None

io

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Direct Message

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Annual Plan$9.991 Year

Questions

Is io free?
io is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Direct Message free?
Direct Message is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do io or Direct Message have ads?
Direct Message shows ads; io does not.

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