Comparison

AirChat vs Cyper

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

Head to head
About

AirChat

Communicate with others nearby using WiFi or Bluetooth, even without an internet connection. Share messages, photos, and engage in group chats or private messages. Enjoy games and utilize multi-window features on your iPad.

Highlights
  • Internet-free messaging
  • Photo sharing
  • Group and private chats
  • In-app games
  • iPad multi-window support
Features
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AirChat connects you to people nearby and allows you to send and receive chat messages over WiFi or Bluetooth. Perfect for situations when you have no internet connection, like on a plane or when travelling abroad. Messages are sent directly to each device and encrypted end-to-end, so your privacy is guaranteed. Features: -> Send messages directly to your friends, no internet required -> Send and save photos to your device -> Group chats and private DMs -> Play games with your friends -> Take full advantage of your iPad's screen with multiple windows

About

Cyper

This secure messaging app offers end-to-end encryption for all communications, including voice chats and file sharing. It prioritizes user privacy by not tracking data or displaying ads, providing a clean and focused communication experience.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Live voice chat rooms
  • No data tracking
  • No targeted ads
  • Encrypted group chats
  • File sharing
Features
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Tired of data tracking and privacy risks? CyperChat is the private and secure messaging app you've been looking for. We believe real communication should be as confidential as a whisper. Complete Privacy with End-to-End Encryption: Every message, call, and file you send is protected by strong end-to-end encryption. This means no one can access your conversations except you and the intended recipient—not even us. Live Voice Chat Rooms: Create public or private voice rooms and speak live with anyone, from a few friends to a large audience. You can hold meetings, tell stories, or even have a stand-up comedy show without meeting in person. All conversations remain private and secure. No Data Tracking, No Ads: We do not collect your metadata (who you talk to, when, or for how long), we do not track your activity, and we serve no targeted ads. You are in full control of your digital footprint. Clean Experience, Full-Featured: Enjoy all the modern messaging features you need, including encrypted one-on-one and group chats, high-quality voice calls, and file sharing—all within a clean, intuitive interface designed for focused communication. Your Privacy. Our Promise. Rediscover the peace of mind that comes with truly private communication.

Screenshots

AirChat4 screens
Cyper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cyper at 100% against AirChat's 47%. Cyper also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). AirChat's advantage is ratings volume (36 vs 1). 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. AirChat sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Cyper asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cyper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AirChat has 36 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of AirChat's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cyper's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AirChat ships an update every 5 weeks, Cyper every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
AirChat versus Cyper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAirChatCyper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (36 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings36 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB184 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMark DiFrancoMelon Pluto Technology Limited

Customer experience

AirChat

All ratings36 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral8.3%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral15.8%
Negative36.8%

Cyper

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

AirChat

One-time4
  • Game - Word Attack$0.99
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
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  • Large Tip$5.99
None

Cyper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AirChat free?
AirChat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cyper free?
Cyper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AirChat or Cyper?
Cyper is rated higher. AirChat averages 4.3 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Cyper averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do AirChat or Cyper have ads?
Neither AirChat nor Cyper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AirChat or Cyper?
AirChat ships an update every 5 weeks, and Cyper every 2 weeks. Most recently, AirChat was updated on November 3, 2026 and Cyper on November 5, 2026.

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