Comparison

PriCall3 vs IONChat Direct

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

Head to head
About

PriCall3

Features
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PriCall is a modern cross-platform communication app focused on privacy, security, and seamless communication. Send encrypted messages, make high-quality voice and video calls, and share photos with friends and family — quickly, securely, and without unnecessary complexity. PriCall is designed for modern communication across devices, whether you are at home, traveling, or connected through Wi-Fi or mobile data. Features * Encrypted messaging * Secure voice and video calls * Photo sharing * Cross-platform support * Fast and lightweight interface * Privacy-focused communication Getting Started 1. Download the app 2. Create your account 3. Invite friends and start communicating securely Important Information * You must be at least 16 years old to use PriCall services. * By downloading and using PriCall, you confirm that you are at least 16 years of age. We’re Rebuilding PriCall PriCall is currently being rebuilt from scratch to provide a faster, more stable, and more modern experience. Some features are still under active development. Messaging, voice calls, and video calls are currently available, while additional functionality is being gradually restored and improved. Thank you for your patience and support. Terms of use: https://pricall.net/terms-of-use Privacy policy: https://pricall.net/privacy-policy

About

IONChat Direct

A private, end-to-end encrypted messenger for communities. It offers direct messaging, a community feed for updates, and organized team channels. Features include encrypted calls, meetings with recordings, and a secure chat vault.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted messaging
  • Community feed for updates
  • Organized team channels
  • Encrypted voice and video calls
  • Private chat vault with PIN
  • Group meetings with recordings
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IONChat Direct is a private, end-to-end encrypted messenger with a built-in community feed and team channels — everything your community needs in one place. PRIVATE MESSAGING — One-on-one and group chats secured with end-to-end encryption. Photos, videos, voice notes, view-once media, reactions, and replies. COMMUNITY FEED — Share updates, photos, and announcements. Follow people, react, comment, and keep up with your community. TEAM CHANNELS — Organized channels for your teams: topics, @mentions, pinned messages, shared media, and a team calendar with RSVPs. CALLS & MEETINGS — Encrypted voice and video calls, group meetings with recordings, and picture-in-picture so you can chat while you talk. PRIVATE CHAT VAULT — Lock sensitive conversations behind a PIN with encrypted cloud backup only you can unlock. IONCHAT PREMIUM (optional auto-renewing subscription) — Larger groups and meetings, unlimited recording length, 2 GB file uploads, and 1-year backup history. Monthly or annual plans with a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase; the subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. By INFINITY ONE NETWORK LLC. Privacy Policy: https://ionchat.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://ionchat.app/terms

Screenshots

PriCall34 screens
IONChat Direct4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: IONChat Direct at every 3 days against PriCall3's every 8 days. IONChat Direct also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PriCall3 ships an update every 8 days, IONChat Direct every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PriCall3 versus IONChat Direct: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPriCall3IONChat Direct
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB65 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPriCall s.r.o.Eric Caprarese

In-app purchases

None

PriCall3

No in-app purchases

None

IONChat Direct

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PriCall3 free?
PriCall3 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IONChat Direct free?
IONChat Direct is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PriCall3 or IONChat Direct have ads?
Neither PriCall3 nor IONChat Direct shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PriCall3 or IONChat Direct?
PriCall3 ships an update every 8 days, and IONChat Direct every 3 days. Most recently, PriCall3 was updated on October 3, 2026 and IONChat Direct on September 30, 2026.

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