Treebal vs HugMeter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Treebal
This eco-designed messaging app allows you to chat with friends and groups while minimizing your environmental impact. It features end-to-end encryption and prioritizes data protection and user control.
- Eco-designed for minimal environmental footprint
- End-to-end encrypted chats
- Data protection and user control
- Messages deleted after a set time
- Chat with friends and tribes
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"Chat: With Treebal, chat with your friends and tribes while minimising your impact on the environment! The application is eco-designed: it minimizes its environmental footprint. For example: messages are deleted after a certain time to limit the amount of data stored. Protect: Treebal was designed with a commitment to protecting your data and reducing the impact of digital technology on the planet. Your discussions are encrypted from end to end. Secure, your data remains confidential and you control its use at all times.
HugMeter
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When was the last time you missed someone? Maybe you were making a coffee, walking to work, or a piece of music made you think of a loved one. In today’s world, we often hesitate to call or even text because we aren't ready for a full conversation—but we still want to show we care. HugMeter was created to bridge that gap. It’s a low-pressure way to express affection and stay connected, regardless of the distance. How HugMeter Works: - Virtual Hugs: Send a digital squeeze across the world instantly to let someone know they are on your mind. - Measure the Distance: See the physical distance between you and your next real-life hug. - Proximity Alerts: Get notified when a "Hugger" in your circle is nearby and sharing their location. - Custom Groups: Organize your friends and family into groups to control exactly who you share your location with. Your Privacy Matters! We believe affection shouldn't come at the cost of your data. HugMeter is designed with privacy at its core: - Approximate Location: We don’t track you in real-time. You choose how often to share your approximate location—hourly, daily, or only when using the app. - No Personal Data: We do not collect names or email addresses. - Total Control: You can remain completely hidden or delete your account and data at any time from within the app. Whether they are across the street or across the globe, don't miss the moment to tell someone you’re thinking of them. Download HugMeter today and start spreading hearts around the world!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: HugMeter at every 4 days against Treebal's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Treebal ships an update every 2 weeks, HugMeter every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Treebal | HugMeter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 62.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 95 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | AD BREIZH | Patricio Duenas Juez |
In-app purchases
Treebal
No in-app purchases
HugMeter
No in-app purchases









