Comparison

QQ vs BatChat

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

Head to head
About

QQ

Connect with friends and family through instant messaging, voice, and video calls. Share files, stay updated on social feeds, and manage payments. Enjoy games and customize your profile with various themes and decorations.

Highlights
  • Instant messaging
  • Voice and video calls
  • File transfer
  • Social feed updates
  • Mobile payments
  • Gaming center
  • Profile customization
Features
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在QQ,轻松社交 - [聊天消息]随时随地好友和群消息; - [语音通话]、[视频聊天]和亲友自在畅聊; - [文件传输]手机电脑多端互传,轻松便捷。 在QQ,轻松生活 - [空间动态]快速获知好友动态,随时分享生活; - [移动支付]话费充值、转账收款、网购一应俱全; - [关怀模式]大字体、大图标,操作更简单,长辈使用更方便。 在QQ,轻松娱乐 - [游戏中心]体验热门手游乐趣,还有更多大神攻略分享; - [个性装扮]各种主题、名片、彩铃、气泡、挂件自由选。 QQ将功能赋能,打造轻松欢乐的社交、娱乐与生活体验。 -----联系我们----- 如在使用过程中遇到任何问题,请联系我们: - 在线帮助:进入QQ设置 -> 关于QQ -> 帮助与反馈 - 客服热线:4006 700 700(服务时间:8:00 - 23:00) -----QQ会员/超级会员/黄钻/超级会员+全民K歌会员/绿钻豪华版/腾讯视频会员VIP连续包月服务说明----- 1、QQ会员连续包月服务有以下四种订购类型: 12元/1个月; 30元/3个月; 60元/6个月; 118元/12个月。 超级会员连续包月服务有以下四种订购类型: 19元/1个月; 60元/3个月; 118元/6个月; 238元/12个月。 黄钻连续包月服务有以下一种订购类型: 10元/1个月。 超级会员+全民K歌会员有以下一种订购类型: 45元/1个月。 绿钻豪华版连续包月服务有以下一种订购类型: 12元/1个月。 腾讯视频VIP会员连续包月服务有以下三种订购类型: 25元/1个月; 68元/3个月; 238元/12个月。 腾讯动漫V会员连续包月服务有以下三种订购类型: 15元/1个月; 43元/3个月; 163元/12个月。 腾讯体育VIP会员连续包月服务有以下两种订阅类型: 25元/月; 68元/3个月。 腾讯体育超级VIP会员连续包月服务有以下两种订阅类型: 60元/月; 128元/3个月。 QQAI好友心动卡连续包月服务(黎小姐/代柯/古禹/藤非/小麦/席恩/裴旖/李宥恩/游迦/尔尔)有以下一种订购类型: 25元/1个月。 2、订购QQ会员/超级会员/黄钻/超级会员+全民K歌会员/绿钻豪华版/腾讯视频VIP会员/腾讯动漫V会员服务会通过iTunes账户直接支付。 3、在订购服务到期前24小时,系统将按订购类型进行自动续订和扣除相应费用。 4、如需关闭连续包月服务,请至少提前24小时在“账户设置”中进行操作。 5、隐私政策及使用条款: QQ会员/超级会员: https://m.vip.qq.com/clubact/2017/iap/privacy-policy.html 黄钻: https://qzs.qzone.qq.com/qzone/qzact/act/2017/iap-autorenew-rule/index.html 超级会员+全民K歌会员: https://mc.vip.qq.com/iospay/IapAuthRule?id=svipkg_policy 绿钻豪华版: https://y.qq.com/m/client/private.html https://y.qq.com/i/serv_terms_new.html 腾讯视频VIP会员: 隐私协议:https://privacy.qq.com/document/priview/3fab9c7fc1424ebda42c3ce488322c8a 服务协议: https://film.qq.com/weixin/term.html 腾讯动漫V会员: 隐私协议:https://m.ac.qq.com/event/appHtmlPage/privacy.html 服务协议:https://m.ac.qq.com/event/vCardRules/index.html?ac_hideShare=2 腾讯体育VIP会员+腾讯体育超级VIP会员: 服务协议:https://film.video.qq.com/weixin/term.html?bizId=sport&type=common 隐私协议: https://privacy.qq.com/document/preview/3fab9c7fc1424ebda42c3ce488322c8a QQAI好友心动卡: 服务协议:https://rule.tencent.com/rule/202512170002 隐私政策:https://rule.tencent.com/rule/202511180001 *加入寻找丢失儿童公益项目,GPS在后台运行可能会影响电池续航时间。

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.

Screenshots

QQ4 screens
BatChat4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BatChat at 86% against QQ's 18%. BatChat also leads on rating (3.5 vs 2.7) and ads (none vs shown). QQ's advantage is ratings volume (9K vs 99) and chart position (#81 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. QQ sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and BatChat sells 27 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BatChat holds the better App Store score, 3.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QQ has 9K ratings behind it against 99, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of QQ's written reviews are positive against 86% of BatChat's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
QQ versus BatChat: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQQBatChat
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (9K ratings)3.5 (99 ratings) — better
Positive reviews18.2% of reviews86.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9K — better99
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#81 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size826 MB277 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperTencent Technology (Shenzhen) Company LimitedChengDu Ciyuan zhishi Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

QQ

All ratings8,999 ratings
Positive39.8%
Neutral4.2%
Negative56.0%
Written reviews725 reviews
Positive18.2%
Neutral5.4%
Negative76.4%

BatChat

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

User reviews

QQ

From 9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💬 Good for communicating with friends in China
  • 🤝 Useful for business connections
  • 🔒 Robust privacy features

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Difficult to register with non-Chinese phone numbers
  • 🤖 Excessive AI-driven features and notifications
  • 💸 Intrusive advertising
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

BatChat

From 99 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🔒 Strong privacy and security
  • 👍 Simple and clean interface
  • 🚀 Fast and efficient performance
  • 💡 Unique features like screenshot alerts and self-destructing messages
  • 💬 Good for social interaction and making friends

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Login issues and network errors
  • 🐛 App not working or crashing
  • 🐛 Some users report it's a scam or phishing software
  • 🐛 Paid features for encryption
  • 🐛 Frequent ads for non-members

Bugs and requests

QQ

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to send/receive images and files
  • Inconsistent UI and UX across platforms
  • Connectivity issues for overseas users

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add English language support
  • Improve account recovery process
  • Provide more customization options

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

In-app purchases

12 purchases

QQ

Subscriptions2
  • 1个月黄钻(自动续费)1 Month trial$1.491 Month
  • 超级会员$2.991 Month
One-time10
  • 6元金豆套餐$0.99
  • 1个月黄钻$1.99
  • 1个月超级会员$3.99
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  • 3个月超级会员$8.99
  • 6个月超级会员$17.99
  • 12个月QQ会员$17.99
  • 会员158元宝石$22.99
  • 1980秀币$29.99
  • 12个月超级会员$34.99
  • 会员288元宝石$39.99
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

Questions

Is QQ free?
QQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BatChat free?
BatChat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QQ or BatChat?
BatChat is rated higher. QQ averages 2.7 out of 5 from 9K ratings, while BatChat averages 3.5 from 99 ratings.
Do QQ or BatChat have ads?
QQ shows ads; BatChat does not.
Which is updated more often, QQ or BatChat?
QQ ships an update every 2 weeks, and BatChat every 2 weeks. Most recently, QQ was updated on October 13, 2026 and BatChat on October 13, 2026.

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