# LINE vs M+ Messenger

The clearest difference is rating: M+ Messenger at 4.9 against LINE's 3.2. M+ Messenger also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). LINE's advantage is ratings volume (18K vs 8) and update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LINE sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. M+ Messenger asks for nothing beyond the download.

M+ Messenger holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LINE has 18K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of LINE's written reviews are positive against 43% of M+ Messenger's.

LINE ships an update every 9 days, M+ Messenger monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LINE | M+ Messenger |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/line/id443904275/reviews) | **[4.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/m-plus-messenger/id543485241/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 14.2% of reviews | **43.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#34** | — |
| Size | 401 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [LINE Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/359067226) | [Taiwan Mobile Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/386942698) |

## What reviewers say

### LINE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/line/id443904275)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Free · Social Networking, #115 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

Connect with friends and family through free voice and video calls, messages, and a wide array of stickers and themes. This communication platform offers a seamless experience across mobile, desktop, and smartwatches, with enhanced privacy features and content discovery options.

**Highlights:** Free voice and video calls, Messaging, Stickers and emojis, Customizable themes, Cross-platform compatibility, Encrypted messages, Keep Memo for storage

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| スタンダード | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| 50 LINE Coin | $0.99 | one-time |
| 70 LINE Coin | $1.39 | one-time |
| LINE Characters: All the Love | $1.99 | one-time |
| Brown & Cony's Secret Date! | $1.99 | one-time |
| Brown & Cony's Lovey Dovey Date | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 LINE Coin | $1.99 | one-time |
| 150 LINE Coin | $2.99 | one-time |
| 200 LINE Coin | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500 LINE Coin | $7.99 | one-time |
| 800 LINE Coin | $11.99 | one-time |
| 1600 LINE Coin | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💬 Great messaging app
- 🎨 Customizable with cute stickers
- 🌐 Useful for international communication
- 🔒 Secure and private

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🔑 Difficult account recovery and transfer
- 🚫 Accounts suspended without explanation
- 🤖 Poor customer support
- 🔍 Difficulty adding and searching for contacts

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to log in or sign up
- Messages not sending or receiving
- Notifications not working properly
- App crashing after updates
- Incompatibility with new devices and OS versions

**Requested features**

- See who is online and typing
- Ability to translate messages
- Automatic chat history backup and sync
- Easier sticker management and organization
- More ways to earn free stickers and points


### M+ Messenger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/m-plus-messenger/id543485241)

This cross-platform messaging app offers free communication tools for friends and family, alongside robust features for workplace collaboration. It supports voice calls, messages, group management, and secure information sharing.

**Highlights:** Free voice calls and messages, Cross-platform synchronization, Password-protected groups, Secure payment options, Company announcements, Company directory, Watermarking for sensitive data

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LINE free?

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

### Is M+ Messenger free?

M+ Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, LINE or M+ Messenger?

M+ Messenger is rated higher. LINE averages 3.2 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while M+ Messenger averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.

### Do LINE or M+ Messenger have ads?

LINE shows ads; M+ Messenger does not.

### Which is updated more often, LINE or M+ Messenger?

LINE ships an update every 9 days, and M+ Messenger monthly. Most recently, LINE was updated on October 17, 2026 and M+ Messenger on October 14, 2026.

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