# Element X vs FolkRealms

The clearest difference is rating: FolkRealms at 4.2 against Element X's 3.4. FolkRealms also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). Element X's advantage is ratings volume (169 vs 10). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

FolkRealms holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Element X has 169 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Element X | FolkRealms |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (169 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/element-x-secure-chat-and-call/id1631335820/reviews) | **[4.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/folkrealms/id6756411418/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **169** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 39.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 225 MB | 0 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Vector Creations Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1154157774) | [Reidar Olsen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1860519598) |

## What reviewers say

### Element X

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/element-x-secure-chat-and-call/id1631335820)

Communicate securely and privately with instant messaging and video calls. This open-source app built on the Matrix protocol allows you to own your data and choose where to host it, offering features like public and private rooms, rich messaging, and cross-device synchronization.

**Highlights:** Real-time messaging and video calls, Public and private group communication, Rich messaging features (reactions, polls), Cross-device message synchronization, Data ownership and server choice, Interoperability with other Matrix apps

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### FolkRealms

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/folkrealms/id6756411418)

A community platform for individuals interested in ancestral culture, traditions, and folklore. Connect with others who share similar beliefs and interests through shared stories, photos, and discussions. Explore dedicated groups and pages focused on heritage and mythology.

**Highlights:** Share photos, reflections, and stories, Connect with like-minded individuals, Explore groups and pages, Focus on Norse culture and pagan traditions, No AI feeds or artificial noise

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Element X free?

Element X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is FolkRealms free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Element X or FolkRealms?

FolkRealms is rated higher. Element X averages 3.4 out of 5 from 169 ratings, while FolkRealms averages 4.2 from 10 ratings.

### Do Element X or FolkRealms have ads?

Neither Element X nor FolkRealms shows ads.

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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.*