Comparison

twinme+ private messenger vs Chains Messenger

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

Head to head
About

twinme+ private messenger

This app offers secure instant messaging and HD voice/video calls with advanced privacy controls. Organize communications with "Spaces," use ephemeral messages, and secure your app with biometrics. Stream music during calls and invite others to group calls.

Highlights
  • Organize communications with "Spaces"
  • Ephemeral messages that disappear
  • App lock with biometrics or PIN
  • Stream music during calls
  • Group voice/video calls
  • QR-code based click-to-call feature
Features
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twinme+ is a premium version of twinme private messenger, a secure instant messaging and High-Definition voice/video call application, protecting privacy by design, and giving users full control over each of their relations and exchanged content. In addition to all the functions and services offered by twinme, twinme+ offers the following features: - "Spaces" to organize your profiles, relations, conversations, notifications, appearance and parameters, according to each social group you interact with. Different Spaces can be used for interacting with your family, friends, colleagues, sport mates, etc.; You can even create "Secret Spaces", which do not appear in the list of Spaces and can only be opened by typing their name (do not forget that name as it will be impossible to retrieve); - "Ephemeral messages", ie messages which disappear at both ends after a certain time; - Option to lock/unlock the application using your device biometric or pin locking services; - Option to prevent a contact from making voice/video calls; - Streaming your music during calls; - Launching group calls; - Inviting additional contacts to join an on-going voice/video group call; - Transferring an on-going voice/video call from a mobile to a PC; - Publishing QR-codes from the calls tab that allow guests to call you without installing the application (click-to-call). If twinme is already installed on your device, your twinme account will be automatically transferred with all its associated data (contacts, conversations, etc.) to twinme+ and you can then uninstall twinme from your device. If you had defined several profiles in twinme, each one will be associated with a different Space. You can then move contacts to your Space of choice. Thank you for contributing to the development of twinme. twinme uses your device Internet connection (WiFi or 3G/4G/LTE as available). Data charges may therefore apply. Check your carrier for details. PERMISSIONS: . “Camera” & “Microphone” to take pictures, make voice/video calls . "Photos" for profiles and to send/receive photos in messages . "Notifications" to be notified of calls and messages . "Background App Refresh" to receive calls and messages while app sleeps in the background . "Mobile Data" to be able to make and receive calls and exchange messages.

About

Chains Messenger

A modern, secure messaging app offering end-to-end encrypted messages and calls. Share rich media, discover new connections, and enjoy private group chats. Unlock premium features for enhanced customization and support.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted messaging and calls
  • Rich media sharing (photos, GIFs, emojis)
  • HD voice and video calls
  • Discover feed for new connections
  • Encrypted group chats with admin controls
  • Customizable themes and larger file uploads (Premium)
Features
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Chains — Private Messaging, Reimagined. Chains is a modern, secure messaging app built for people who value privacy without sacrificing features. Send messages, make calls, share moments, and discover new connections — all wrapped in end-to-end encryption. End-to-End Encrypted Every message and call is secured with industry-standard E2EE. Only you and the person you're talking to can read your conversations — not even we can. Rich Messaging Send text, voice messages, photos, GIFs, and emojis. React to messages, reply in threads, and organize chats into custom folders. HD Voice & Video Calls Crystal-clear one-on-one calls powered by WebRTC. Encrypted end-to-end, with no quality compromise. Discover & Connect Find new people, follow promotions, and explore curated content in the Discover feed. Group Chats Create groups with friends, family, or teams. Encrypted group messaging with admin controls and customizable settings. Send Gifts & Stickers Make conversations more fun with gifts, stickers, and animated reactions. Premium Features Unlock custom themes, larger file uploads, exclusive stickers, and priority support with Chains Premium. Privacy First End-to-end encrypted messages and calls No ads in your chats You control who can contact you Manage active devices and sessions Two-factor authentication Available Worldwide Supports 12 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. Built for Mobile Beautiful, fast, and intuitive — designed from the ground up for iPhone and iPad. Download Chains today and take back control of your conversations. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

twinme+ private messenger4 screens
Chains Messenger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Chains Messenger at 100% against twinme+ private messenger's 21%. Chains Messenger also leads on price (Free vs $4.99) and rating (5.0 vs 4.3). twinme+ private messenger's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#109 vs unranked). On ads, monetization model, device support and iOS requirement 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

Chains Messenger is free to download; twinme+ private messenger costs $4.99 up front. Chains Messenger sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. twinme+ private messenger asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Chains Messenger holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: twinme+ private messenger has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of twinme+ private messenger's written reviews are positive against 100% of Chains Messenger's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

twinme+ private messenger ships an update fortnightly, Chains Messenger every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
twinme+ private messenger versus Chains Messenger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametertwinme+ private messengerChains Messenger
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
Best chart rank#109 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB117 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTwinlifeAntonio Gomez Sunye

Customer experience

twinme+ private messenger

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive20.6%
Neutral20.6%
Negative58.8%

Chains Messenger

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

twinme+ private messenger

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Chains Messenger

Subscriptions2
  • Chains Premium$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$35.901 Year

Questions

Is twinme+ private messenger free?
twinme+ private messenger costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chains Messenger free?
Chains Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, twinme+ private messenger or Chains Messenger?
Chains Messenger is rated higher. twinme+ private messenger averages 4.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Chains Messenger averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do twinme+ private messenger or Chains Messenger have ads?
Neither twinme+ private messenger nor Chains Messenger shows ads.
Which is updated more often, twinme+ private messenger or Chains Messenger?
twinme+ private messenger ships an update fortnightly, and Chains Messenger every 3 days. Most recently, twinme+ private messenger was updated on November 7, 2026 and Chains Messenger on November 5, 2026.

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