# Signal (intercom) vs Tiny Intercom

The clearest difference is update cadence: Signal (intercom) at every 2 days against Tiny Intercom's every 2 weeks. Signal (intercom) also leads on ratings volume (11 vs 1). Tiny Intercom's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 12.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Tiny Intercom holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Signal (intercom) has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Signal (intercom) ships an update every 2 days, Tiny Intercom every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 23, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Signal (intercom) | Tiny Intercom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/signal-intercom/id1598868014/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-intercom/id6755145518/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 38 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **10.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matthew Takao](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498410355) | [Eugene Gershnik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852224862) |

## What reviewers say

### Signal (intercom)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/signal-intercom/id1598868014)

This app provides a simple intercom system for quick communication. Create or join a "Signal" to use pre-set buttons for instant messaging in specific scenarios, avoiding unnecessary noise or lengthy conversations.

**Highlights:** Create or join communication 'Signals', Use quick communication buttons, Instant messaging for specific scenarios, Minimalist design, Hypothetical use case examples

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Tiny Intercom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-intercom/id6755145518)

Transform an old iPhone or iPad into a functional audio intercom for your home. Use your primary device to communicate with individuals in another room without needing to shout or walk around. It operates entirely on your local network for secure, private conversations.

**Highlights:** Audio intercom functionality, Local network operation, Encrypted communication, Multiple terminal/controller support, Announcement-only mode, Apple Watch companion app

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Signal (intercom) free?

Signal (intercom) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Tiny Intercom free?

Tiny Intercom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Signal (intercom) or Tiny Intercom?

Tiny Intercom is rated higher. Signal (intercom) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Tiny Intercom averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Signal (intercom) or Tiny Intercom have ads?

Neither Signal (intercom) nor Tiny Intercom shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Signal (intercom) or Tiny Intercom?

Signal (intercom) ships an update every 2 days, and Tiny Intercom every 2 weeks. Most recently, Signal (intercom) was updated on July 23, 2026 and Tiny Intercom on September 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*