Comparison

FluffyChat vs Igloo

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

Head to head
About

FluffyChat

A secure, open-source, and decentralized messaging app that prioritizes user privacy and ease of use. It supports various message types, group chats, and advanced moderation features, all within a customizable and user-friendly interface.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Unlimited private and public group chats
  • Location sharing
  • Custom emotes and stickers
  • Encrypted chat backup
  • Feature-rich group moderation
Features
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FluffyChat is an open source, nonprofit and cute matrix messenger app. The app is easy to use but secure and decentralized. Features: - Send all kinds of messages, images and files - Voice messages - Location sharing - Push notifications - Unlimited private and public group chats - Public channels with thousands of participants - Feature rich group moderation including all matrix features - Discover and join public groups - Material You design - Hides complexity of Matrix IDs behind simple QR codes - Custom emotes and stickers - Spaces - Compatible with Element, Nheko, NeoChat and all other Matrix apps - End to end encryption - Encrypted chat backup - Emoji verification & cross signing ... and much more. FluffyChat comes with a dream! Imagine a world where everyone can choose the messenger they like and is still able to chat with all of their friends. A world where there are no companies spying on you when you send selfies to friends and lovers. And a world where apps are made for fluffyness and not for profit.

About

Igloo

This IRC client has been completely re-engineered for enhanced performance and stability. It offers a refined user experience with a redesigned interface, simultaneous file transfers, and optimized bouncer integration. Enjoy secure communication, versatile file sharing, and extensive customization options.

Highlights
  • Multi-file DCC/XDCC transfers
  • Redesigned user interface with themes
  • Optimized for bouncers (ZNC)
  • Comprehensive network support
  • SSL/TLS encryption
  • Inline media viewing
  • VoiceOver accessibility
Features
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Introducing the new Igloo: a complete overhaul delivering an IRC Client with enhanced performance and stability. This latest version, reengineered from the ground up, offers a refined user experience while maintaining the simplicity and versatility you expect from Igloo. What's New: • Multi-File DCC/XDCC: Enhanced to support simultaneous file transfers, now conveniently stored locally for immediate access. • Redesigned User Interface: A cleaner, more intuitive UI paired with a selection of themes, elevating your chat experience. • Optimized for Bouncers: Advanced features tailored for a seamless experience with popular bouncers like ZNC. Core Features: • Comprehensive Network Support: Compatible with all IRC networks, including Freenode, Libera, Rizon, EFnet, and more. • Secure Communication: Ensured by SSL/TLS encryption. • ZNC Integration: Seamless integration with ZNC and a Push Notification module (https://push.igloo.app). • Versatile File Sharing: File, image, audio, and video sharing supported through platforms like Arxius.io and Imgur.com. • Enhanced Input Completion: For channels, nicks, and commands. • Inline Media Viewing: Experience inline media display for a more engaging chat environment. • Customization and Compliance: Customize your experience with inline nick coloring, full formatting with 99 color support, and adherence to IRCv3 standards. • VoiceOver Accessibility: Enhanced accessibility features including VoiceOver integration to support our vision-impaired users. We're committed to evolving Igloo based on your feedback. If there are features you'd like to see in future updates, please let us know at contact@igloo.app or join us at #igloo on iglooirc.com. Terms of Service: https://igloo.app/terms Privacy Policy https://igloo.app/privacy

Screenshots

FluffyChat4 screens
Igloo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Igloo at 5.0 against FluffyChat's 3.9. Igloo also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). FluffyChat's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (105 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, 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. Igloo sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. FluffyChat asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Igloo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FluffyChat has 105 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 48% of FluffyChat's written reviews are positive against 43% of Igloo's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FluffyChat ships an update monthly, Igloo every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FluffyChat versus Igloo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFluffyChatIgloo
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (105 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.2% of reviews — better43.0% of reviews
Number of ratings105 — better1
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB14 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperChristian KussowskiEskimo Software

Customer experience

FluffyChat

All ratings105 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral8.6%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive48.2%
Neutral20.5%
Negative31.3%

Igloo

Written reviews79 reviews
Positive43.0%
Neutral3.8%
Negative53.2%

Bugs and requests

FluffyChat

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Igloo

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App disconnects when screen turns off or app backgrounded
  • Theme selection not persisting between app launches
  • User list menu jumps unexpectedly on tap
  • Link opening requires multiple taps instead of single tap
  • Copy/paste functionality hidden and unintuitive
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  • Some servers fail to connect
  • Cannot open certain IRC networks
  • Whois/whowas functionality issues with saved conversations
  • Trial license not showing in Apple account for cancellation
  • iPad view support initially broken in V3

Requested features

15 requests
  • Restore /ignore command for blocking users
  • IRCv3 CHATHISTORY extension implementation
  • DCC file transfer support
  • Ability to hide/disable Slap function
  • Color customization for usernames
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  • Disable part/quit message spam
  • Customizable timestamp formats
  • Multi-line copy/paste selection
  • Long-term chat log retention
  • Reorderable server lists
  • Icon selection for servers
  • Hideable user list in portrait mode on iPad
  • Automatic configuration sync across devices
  • Keep screen from timing out during sessions
  • Theme selection persistence

In-app purchases

None

FluffyChat

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Igloo

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly License$0.991 Month
  • Yearly License$7.991 Year
One-time2
  • Free TrialFree
  • Lifetime License$19.99

Questions

Is FluffyChat free?
FluffyChat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Igloo free?
Igloo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FluffyChat or Igloo?
Igloo is rated higher. FluffyChat averages 3.9 out of 5 from 105 ratings, while Igloo averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do FluffyChat or Igloo have ads?
Neither FluffyChat nor Igloo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FluffyChat or Igloo?
FluffyChat ships an update monthly, and Igloo every 2 weeks. Most recently, FluffyChat was updated on November 7, 2026 and Igloo on November 4, 2026.

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