Comparison

Linphone vs Chatfield

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

Head to head
About

Linphone

This open-source application provides free audio and video calls, as well as text messaging, over the internet. It allows users to stay reachable at all times via WiFi or mobile data, even when the app is closed. Enjoy secure communication and the ability to connect with traditional phone lines.

Highlights
  • High definition audio and video calls
  • Audio conference calls
  • Picture and file sharing
  • Push notifications for reachability
  • Secure communication with encryption
  • SIP-compliant VoIP service integration
Features
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Linphone is an open source internet SIP phone or Voice Over IP phone (VoIP). Linphone is an open source app offering free audio/video calls and text messaging. With Linphone, you can be reachable at any time, even if the app is closed, with a WiFi or 3G/4G internet connection. Linphone key features: * high definition audio and video calls * audio conference calls with various participants * pictures and file sharing * Linphone accounts reachable at any time, even if the app is closed (thanks to push notifications) * secure communication (encryption options) * compliant with a large number of SIP-compatible VoIP service providers allowing to reach everyone that has a "classic" phone line. Linphone is available on the main mobile and desktop operating systems and offers various specific features for advanced users (codecs, transport standard, encryption options, DTMF...). For more information, see Linphone project website: www.linphone.org Note for developers and professionals: Linphone can be rebranded and customized to meet specific needs. Contact Belledonne Communications www.belledonne-communications.com for any specific development query.

About

Chatfield

Features
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ChatField: The New Generation Outdoor Mobile Smart Terminal redefines the outdoor experience. Its cornerstone capability is Base Station-Free Communication – eliminating reliance on traditional network infrastructure for connectivity.Even in remote wilderness, users maintain seamless communication with companions, transcending geographical barriers. Leveraging bridging communication technology, it ensures direct device-to-device links in network-deprived environments. Innovatively, it automatically connects nearby devices to extend range via signal relay, establishing a dynamic, self-organizing mesh network. This decentralized architecture solves traditional outdoor communication failures while enabling robust team collaboration. High-Precision Positioning is another core capability, operating independently of traditional base stations. Through an automatic mutual reporting mechanism between devices, users can quickly locate nearby users, establish communication, and enhance exploration engagement. It also enables rapid distance calculation between devices. Integrated with intelligent navigation technology, it dynamically plots optimal navigation routes based on terrain and real-time conditions, acting as a personal guide through complex landscapes. Furthermore, ChatField automatically records exploration tracks, creating valuable digital logs for post-trip sharing. The one-touch backtracking function allows easy retracing of routes. In emergencies, the one-touch SOS activates a collaborative rescue search system, precisely transmitting location data externally. Devices work in concert to rapidly pinpoint distressed individuals, significantly aiding rescue efforts. Built on the ChatField Smart Terminal Platform, users can share experiences, download maps, and interconnect with other devices. ChatField transforms outdoor exploration into a safer, more efficient, and more enjoyable endeavor, becoming the essential companion for every outdoor enthusiast to unlock limitless possibilities in the wilderness.

Screenshots

Linphone4 screens
Chatfield3 screens

Verdict

The call

Linphone and Chatfield are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Linphone versus Chatfield: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinphoneChatfield
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (10 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews35.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings10 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB244 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBelledonne Communications SARL京喜盒子(深圳)智能科技有限公司

Bugs and requests

Linphone

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes on startup
  • Incoming calls not working properly
  • Settings not saving correctly
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for multiple SIP accounts
  • Improve user interface and navigation
  • Provide more customization options
  • Enhance audio quality and noise cancellation

Chatfield

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Linphone

No in-app purchases

None

Chatfield

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linphone free?
Linphone is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Chatfield free?
Chatfield is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Linphone or Chatfield have ads?
Neither Linphone nor Chatfield shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linphone or Chatfield?
Linphone ships an update every 2 months, and Chatfield every 2 months. Most recently, Linphone was updated on October 14, 2026 and Chatfield on October 9, 2026.

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