Comparison

IM+ Instant Messenger vs Network Messenger

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

Head to head
About

IM+ Instant Messenger

Consolidate all your social media and messaging apps into a single, streamlined interface. Manage multiple accounts across various platforms, from popular social networks to instant messengers, all within one convenient application. Save time and device space by unifying your digital communication.

Highlights
  • Unified messaging and social networking
  • Support for multiple accounts per service
  • Aggregates Telegram, X, Reddit, and more
  • No unwanted ads
  • ChatGPT integration
  • TikTok support
Features
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IM+ is an all-in-one app for messaging and social networking. IM+ unites all your favorite social channels in one app. Chat on Telegram and Messenger while checking your X feeds and Reddit. And if you have to manage multiple Instagram, X, and Facebook accounts, no problem! IM+ supports multiple accounts per service in a simple interface. IM+ will save you a lot of time and space on your iPhone and iPad. List of supported services: ChatGPT, X, Telegram, Facebook, Messenger, WhatsApp (iPad), Instagram, TikTok, Skype, Gmail, Slack, Reddit, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Tinder, Outlook, and more to come! - Multiple accounts per service - No unwanted ads - TikTok added - WhatsApp is supported on iPad - ChatGPT support Subscription pricing and terms: * IM+ offers auto-renewing monthly and yearly subscription options. The yearly plan is $19.99, and the monthly plan is $2.99. * Payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase * Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period * Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period * Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase * Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Read more about our terms and conditions here: * Terms of service: https://www.shape.ag/en/terms/ * Privacy policy: https://www.shape.ag/en/privacy/ Please follow @implus on Twitter and like fb.com/plusim to get the latest updates from your IM+ team!

About

Network Messenger

Connect with friends and family through secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging and calls. Organize events, birthdays, and group chats, with tools to sort your network. Enjoy a private, AI-free experience.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted messaging
  • Voice and video calls
  • Event and group chat organization
  • Contact sorting with tags and notes
  • Soft location sharing
  • Smart reconnection reminders
Features
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The encrypted messenger built for how people actually connect. No ads, AI-free, and independent. Features include: - End-to-end encrypted messaging. - Voice and video calls (group calls coming soon). - Events, birthdays, and group chats. All together, in one place (finally). - Tags, filters, and custom notes to sort and bring context to your network. - Secure connections. Network syncs with your native contacts app, to suggest contacts that are using Network. - Real-time features like soft location sharing. - Smart reminders to reconnect. For questions or feedback, go to Settings > Help and Support in the app. By downloading the app, you agree to our EULA which can be found here: https://networkmessenger.com/termsofservice/

Screenshots

IM+ Instant Messenger4 screens
Network Messenger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Network Messenger at 5.0 against IM+ Instant Messenger's 3.5. Network Messenger also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and review sentiment (100% vs 69%). IM+ Instant Messenger's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. IM+ Instant Messenger sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Network Messenger sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Network Messenger holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 27 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of IM+ Instant Messenger's written reviews are positive against 100% of Network Messenger's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IM+ Instant Messenger ships an update every 5 weeks, Network Messenger every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
IM+ Instant Messenger versus Network Messenger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIM+ Instant MessengerNetwork Messenger
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (10 ratings)5.0 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews68.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1027 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB120 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSHAPE GmbHNetwork Messenger Inc.

Customer experience

IM+ Instant Messenger

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%
Written reviews2,218 reviews
Positive68.8%
Neutral12.6%
Negative18.7%

Network Messenger

All ratings27 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

IM+ Instant Messenger

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login issues
  • Messages not syncing or disappearing
  • Freezing and crashing
  • Incorrect online/offline status display

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to change display name and status
  • Group chat support
  • Improved contact management
  • Landscape mode support
  • Skype integration

Network Messenger

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

IM+ Instant Messenger

Subscriptions4
  • IM+ Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • No Ads Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • No Ads Yearly7 Days trial$16.991 Year
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  • IM+ Pro Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
1 purchases

Network Messenger

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription$14.991 Year

Questions

Is IM+ Instant Messenger free?
IM+ Instant Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Network Messenger free?
Network Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, IM+ Instant Messenger or Network Messenger?
Network Messenger is rated higher. IM+ Instant Messenger averages 3.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Network Messenger averages 5.0 from 27 ratings.
Do IM+ Instant Messenger or Network Messenger have ads?
Neither IM+ Instant Messenger nor Network Messenger shows ads.
Which is updated more often, IM+ Instant Messenger or Network Messenger?
IM+ Instant Messenger ships an update every 5 weeks, and Network Messenger every 4 days. Most recently, IM+ Instant Messenger was updated on October 24, 2026 and Network Messenger on October 24, 2026.

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