Comparison

iPhO vs TG Chat for Telegram

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

Head to head
About

iPhO

Features
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iPhO features: 1. Supports making SIP VoIP calls service. 2. Incoming Calls via Push Notifications. 3. Supports Transfer Call. 4. CallKit Support 5. Dial Plan 6. Dual Line 7. Conference

About

TG Chat for Telegram

This independent messaging app brings Telegram functionality to your Apple Watch, allowing you to send messages, make voice calls, and manage notifications directly from your wrist. It offers a standalone experience, syncing with an optional iPhone app for seamless connectivity.

Highlights
  • Send and receive messages from Apple Watch
  • Make and receive voice calls
  • View photos, GIFs, and documents
  • Standalone Apple Watch app
  • Smart notifications with quick replies
  • Privacy-focused with on-device authentication
Features
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TGChat brings a full messaging and voice experience to your Apple Watch as an independent third-party client for telegram, with an optional companion iPhone app. Stay connected on the go—no phone needed Message from Your Wrist Read and respond to chats right from your Apple Watch. Send messages using dictation, voice, or quick replies. View photos, stickers, GIFs, documents, contacts, and locations directly on your wrist. Voice Calls Start or receive voice calls directly from your watch. Control calls with mute, speaker, and Apple Watch gestures for a smooth experience. Reactions and Quick Actions Add emoji reactions or use built-in reply options designed specifically for Apple Watch. Standalone Apple Watch App TGChat runs independently on Apple Watch via Wi-Fi or cellular. When your iPhone is nearby, the companion app keeps everything synchronized. Smart Notifications Receive alerts for new messages and calls. Reply or mark messages as read directly from notifications without opening the app. Privacy First Messages stay secure and are never stored on external servers. Authentication remains on your device. Only anonymous crash reports and minimal analytics are collected. Free and Pro Features TGChat is free to download and use. Upgrade to Pro to unlock unlimited message history and full chat browsing. Disclaimer TGChat is an independent third-party client and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Telegram. Privacy Policy: https://swiftsoft.io/apps/TGChat/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://swiftsoft.io/apps/TGChat/terms-and-conditions.html

Screenshots

iPhO3 screens
TG Chat for Telegram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iPhO at none against TG Chat for Telegram's 2. iPhO also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 26.0). TG Chat for Telegram's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 2 weeks). 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. TG Chat for Telegram sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. iPhO asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPhO ships an update every 2 weeks, TG Chat for Telegram daily. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iPhO versus TG Chat for Telegram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPhOTG Chat for Telegram
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.9 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—8 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB198 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKeyStone Semiconductor Corp.SwiftSoft

In-app purchases

None

iPhO

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

TG Chat for Telegram

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly - TG Watch For Telegram3 Days trial$2.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime - TGChat For Telegram$4.99

Questions

Is iPhO free?
iPhO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TG Chat for Telegram free?
TG Chat for Telegram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iPhO or TG Chat for Telegram have ads?
Neither iPhO nor TG Chat for Telegram shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPhO or TG Chat for Telegram?
iPhO ships an update every 2 weeks, and TG Chat for Telegram daily. Most recently, iPhO was updated on October 20, 2026 and TG Chat for Telegram on October 23, 2026.

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