Comparison

BatChat vs UC Messenger

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

Head to head
About

BatChat

This secure messaging app offers end-to-end encrypted communication for both personal and professional use. It features private chat modes, encrypted file storage, and high-definition calls, ensuring data security and privacy.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Private chat mode with screenshot alerts
  • Encrypted local file storage
  • Multimedia file transfer
  • HD encrypted voice and video calls
  • Multi-device synchronization
  • Virtual avatar creation
Features
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Bat is a professional encrypted messaging app. Built on years of technical expertise, we are committed to delivering efficient and secure communication experiences to users worldwide. We adopt high-strength encryption technology and comprehensive communication features to provide professional protection for users’ information security. Security Protection Full-Process Encrypted Communication – Messages and files are transmitted with encryption, ensuring their security during transfer. Private Chat Mode – Customizable chat retention rules, with screenshot detection alerts. Encrypted Space – Locally encrypted storage for important files and memos, safeguarding data security. Core Features Multimedia Transmission – High-speed encrypted transfer of text, images, voice, video and files. HD Calling – Smooth encrypted voice and video calls, supporting group calls. Multi-Device Sync – Simultaneous login on mobile, PC and tablet for seamless message synchronization. Innovative Interaction Virtual Avatar – Create your exclusive virtual identity for more fun interactions. Custom Watermark Camera – Add anti-counterfeit traceable watermarks to captured images, protecting copyright and authenticity. Technology & Advantages Encryption Technology – Advanced encryption algorithms for secure group and personal communication. Stability & Reliability – Smooth and stable communication services powered by profound technical accumulation. Full-Scenario Adaptation – Meets diverse needs including daily personal communication and enterprise team collaboration. Application Scenarios Enterprise Teams – Business file sharing, internal communication, remote project collaboration. Daily Socializing – Private conversations with family and friends, protecting personal privacy. Brand Promise Years of technical accumulation and professional encryption protection to safeguard your communication security. Download Bate now and experience the perfect blend of professional secure communication and fun social interaction.

About

UC Messenger

A privacy-focused messaging app offering secure, end-to-end encrypted communication. It ensures chats are only visible to participants with no server storage, guaranteeing total privacy. Exchange texts, voice messages, images, and videos effortlessly.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted chats
  • Zero server storage
  • Text, voice, image, and video sharing
  • Lightweight and reliable design
  • Global fast access
Features
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UC Messenger is a privacy-focused, end-to-end encrypted social messaging app, delivering secure and seamless communication. Powered by advanced five-layer E2EE technology, it ensures your chats are visible only to participants, with zero server storage—guaranteeing total privacy. Key Features: 1、 Secure Chat: Exchange texts, voice messages, images and videos effortlessly. 2、 5-Layer Encryption: Messages are fully encrypted, bypassing servers to eliminate leaks. 3、 Lightweight & Simple: Streamlined for reliability with essential features only. 4、 Global Speed: Distributed servers ensure fast and secure access worldwide. Start safe conversations with UC Messenger today!

Screenshots

BatChat4 screens
UC Messenger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: UC Messenger at 5.0 against BatChat's 3.5. UC Messenger also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 27) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). BatChat's advantage is ratings volume (99 vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, 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. BatChat sells 27 one-off in-app purchases. UC Messenger asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

UC Messenger holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BatChat has 99 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of BatChat's written reviews are positive against 100% of UC Messenger's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BatChat ships an update every 2 weeks, UC Messenger every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BatChat versus UC Messenger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBatChatUC Messenger
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (99 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews86.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings99 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size277 MB229 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperChengDu Ciyuan zhishi Technology Co., LtdOLIPAY PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

BatChat

All ratings99 ratings
Positive57.6%
Neutral8.1%
Negative34.3%
Written reviews121 reviews
Positive86.0%
Neutral2.5%
Negative11.6%

UC Messenger

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

BatChat

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Cannot log in
  • Network connection issues
  • Cannot send messages
  • App not opening
  • Login registration fails for Chinese phone numbers
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  • Download issues

Requested features

1 request
  • Adapt to landscape mode

UC Messenger

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

27 purchases

BatChat

One-time27
  • 1月的免广告服务$0.99
  • 1个月靓号服务$1.99
  • 200MB月容量套餐$3.99
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  • 50BF币$6.99
  • 500MB月容量套餐$7.99
  • 蝙蝠1个月VIP$9.99
  • 12个月聊天气泡$9.99
  • 1024MB月容量套餐$12.99
  • 1月自动签到服务$14.99
  • 3个月VIP$29.99
  • 198Bat币$29.99
  • 1年靓号服务$29.99
  • 形象月卡$29.99
  • 200M收藏容量$39.99
  • 1个月群机器人$39.99
  • 终身免广告服务$45.00
  • 6个月VIP$59.99
  • 398Bat币$59.99
  • 6个月的自动任务服务$69.99
  • 588Bat币$79.99
  • 500M收藏容量套餐$89.99
  • 1年SVIP$99.99
  • 1年自动签到服务$129.99
  • 3个月群机器人$129.99
  • 1024M收藏容量$149.99
  • 6个月群机器人$249.99
  • 12个月群机器人$499.99
None

UC Messenger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BatChat free?
BatChat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UC Messenger free?
UC Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BatChat or UC Messenger?
UC Messenger is rated higher. BatChat averages 3.5 out of 5 from 99 ratings, while UC Messenger averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do BatChat or UC Messenger have ads?
Neither BatChat nor UC Messenger shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BatChat or UC Messenger?
BatChat ships an update every 2 weeks, and UC Messenger every 3 weeks. Most recently, BatChat was updated on October 17, 2026 and UC Messenger on October 9, 2026.

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