Comparison

Flow IM vs Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Flow IM

Experience unlimited, high-quality video calls with no time limits. Connect with up to 30 participants globally, leveraging a private network for interruption-free communication. Offers 24/7 support and secure connections on public Wi-Fi.

Highlights
  • Unlimited video calls
  • Up to 30 participants
  • Global server network
  • No time limits
  • 24/7 support
  • Secure public Wi-Fi connection
Features
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Unlimited video conferencing - Part of the Flow VPN family Flow.IM provides high quality, unlimited video calls powered by a global network of servers across 4 continents. Flow puts you in control of the where your calls are distributed, proving interruption free calls across continents. Flow.IM calls have no time limits and are available with our applications and through our website. * 7 Day Free Trial * Up to 30 participants per call * Access to servers across 4 continents * 24/7 Support * Connect multiple devices * Communicate privately on public WiFi, 4G and 5G At Flow.IM we manage our own network and client, we do not resell our services and have full control over our own network, infrastructure and software. We have a 24/7 support team ready to help with any queries. Flow.IM Features: Stay Connected - No time limits! 4 Continents - We have servers in multiple locations providing global coverage Own Network - We built and manage our own network, unlike most providers we have full control of our infrastructure with full redundancy in all locations 247 Support - Based in North America This app includes optional auto-renewing subscriptions - they are not compulsory and can be cancelled at any time by visiting https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT202039 Our Terms of use is available at: https://www.flow.im/terms Our privacy policy is available at: https://www.flow.im/terms/#privacy To recover an auto-renewing subscription simply go to the Subscription page and press Restore Purchases In App Purchases: You can choose to buy single subscriptions that do not automatically renew, or subscriptions that will automatically renew so you are always protected. You are always in control of your subscriptions and can cancel at any time. By default the subscriptions will automatically renew. If you would prefer to purchase a single subscription so you will not automatically be charged again, simply touch the switch under the subscription so turn it off. If you have any questions or need help you can contact us at help@flow.im any time. You can choose the following subscription lengths for subscription (prices shown for US region): FlowIM Premium Video Conferencing: 1 Month: $0.99 3 Months: $2.49 12 Months: $4.99 FlowIM Total Security: 1 Month - $4.99 3 Months - $11.99 12 Months - $36.99 The price of subscription you will be charged is displayed in the app, and will be confirmed before you are charged. It is best value to subscribe for 12 months, however we also offer shorter subscriptions. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. If you choose, subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period Any unused portion of a free trial period or current subscription, will be forfeited when purchasing an auto-renewing Subscription. Access to the service is subject to our terms and conditions, you will be asked to review and agree to these in the application. You can view them with our privacy policy any time at https://www.flow.im/terms/ Instructions to manage your auto-renewing subscriptions can be found here: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT202039 If you have any questions or need any further information email us at help@flow.im

About

Mobile

Features
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Simple to use, a new era of energy management

Screenshots

Flow IM2 screens
Mobile3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mobile at none against Flow IM's 12. Mobile also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 12 months). Flow IM's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support 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. Flow IM sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flow IM ships an update every 12 months, Mobile every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Flow IM versus Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlow IMMobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB39 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPortable LtdIoT (Shenzhen) Sharing Technology Co., Ltd

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Flow IM

Subscriptions6
  • 1 Month Flow IM Premium7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • 3 Months Flow IM Premium7 Days trial$2.493 Months
  • 1 Year Flow IM Premium7 Days trial$4.991 Year
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  • Flow IM & Flow VPN - 1 Month7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Flow IM & Flow VPN - 3 Months7 Days trial$17.993 Months
  • Flow IM & Flow VPN - 1 Year7 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time6
  • 1 Month Flow IM Premium$0.99
  • 3 Months Flow IM Premium$2.99
  • 1 Year Flow IM Premium$4.99
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  • Flow IM & Flow VPN - 1 Month$6.99
  • Flow IM & Flow VPN - 3 Months$17.99
  • Flow IM & Flow VPN - 1 Year$49.99
None

Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flow IM free?
Flow IM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mobile free?
Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flow IM or Mobile have ads?
Neither Flow IM nor Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flow IM or Mobile?
Flow IM ships an update every 12 months, and Mobile every 5 days. Most recently, Flow IM was updated on November 3, 2026 and Mobile on October 25, 2026.

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