# iPGMail vs Chimeo

The clearest difference is price: Chimeo at Free against iPGMail's $3.99. Chimeo also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3). iPGMail's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (235 vs 4). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Chimeo is free to download; iPGMail costs $3.99 up front. Chimeo sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. iPGMail asks for nothing beyond the download.

Chimeo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iPGMail has 235 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iPGMail ships an update every 2 weeks, Chimeo every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPGMail | Chimeo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.3 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipgmail/id430780873/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chimeo/id6752923142/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **235** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 67.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#120** | — |
| Size | 24 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Wyllys Ingersoll](https://appshunter.io/developer/345097811) | [Jedidiah Crisp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1833588128) |

## What reviewers say

### iPGMail

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipgmail/id430780873)

**Currently charting:** #120 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This app simplifies PGP encryption for iOS users, allowing easy sending and receiving of encrypted emails and files. It supports the OpenPGP standard, key management, and various import methods for keys and messages.

**Highlights:** PGP encryption and decryption, Send and receive encrypted emails, Encrypt and decrypt files, Create and manage PGP keys, Import keys from various sources, Supports OpenPGP standard

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Solid PGP offering
- 🚀 Regularly updated
- 🔒 Secure encryption
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Helpful developer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 👎 Difficult to import/manage keys
- 👎 Limited functionality compared to desktop apps
- 👎 Unintuitive UI for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when importing certain private keys
- Issues with sending/receiving encrypted attachments
- Problems with key server integration and key management

**Requested features**

- Ability to save password/passphrase
- Automatic deletion of local decrypted files
- Better integration with iOS Mail app
- Support for more encryption algorithms beyond RSA


### Chimeo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chimeo/id6752923142)

This app connects you with local organizations like schools and businesses, delivering real-time alerts and updates directly to your phone. Customize notifications to stay informed about events, closures, and important announcements without missing critical information.

**Highlights:** Follow local organizations, Receive instant push notifications, Customize alert preferences, Search and follow verified groups, Get announcements for closures and events, Manage notifications with toggles

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Plan Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Pro Premium Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan Yearly | $120.99 | per year |
| Pro Premium Yearly | $299.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPGMail free?

iPGMail costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Chimeo free?

Chimeo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iPGMail or Chimeo?

Chimeo is rated higher. iPGMail averages 4.3 out of 5 from 235 ratings, while Chimeo averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do iPGMail or Chimeo have ads?

Neither iPGMail nor Chimeo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iPGMail or Chimeo?

iPGMail ships an update every 2 weeks, and Chimeo every 2 months. Most recently, iPGMail was updated on October 25, 2026 and Chimeo on October 24, 2026.

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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.*