# iSecret Message vs Messenger VPN

The clearest difference is rating: Messenger VPN at 4.5 against iSecret Message's 3.0. Messenger VPN also leads on ratings volume (3.6K vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 months vs every 25 months). iSecret Message's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iSecret Message sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Messenger VPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Messenger VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Messenger VPN has 3.6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iSecret Message ships an update every 25 months, Messenger VPN every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iSecret Message | Messenger VPN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isecret-message/id576269297/reviews) | **[4.5 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/messenger-vpn-private-chat/id1404922565/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3.6K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 32.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | **Every 5 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 27 MB | 420 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iFahja](https://appshunter.io/developer/485682949) | [VPN LLC US](https://appshunter.io/developer/1308745207) |

## What reviewers say

### iSecret Message

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isecret-message/id576269297)

This app allows you to encrypt and decrypt text messages, emails, and other text content. Ensure your private communications are only understood by the intended recipient using a secure key.

**Highlights:** Encrypt/decrypt private messages, Secure SMS and email, Copy & paste functionality, Send encrypted messages directly, Requires encryption key for decryption

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Send Secret Email | $0.99 | one-time |
| Send Secure SMS | $0.99 | one-time |
| Share on Social Sites | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Messenger VPN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/messenger-vpn-private-chat/id1404922565)

Enhance your messaging experience with robust security and privacy. This app integrates a VPN service to encrypt your communications and protect your data while using familiar messaging features. Enjoy secure calls, texts, and media sharing with an added layer of anonymity.

**Highlights:** Enhanced messaging security, Integrated VPN service, Private texting and calling, Secure media sharing, Anonymity and IP hiding, Global server network access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $17.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $74.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💕 Great interface
- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Secure communication

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- ⚠️ Compatibility issues
- 🔌 Connectivity problems

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work after last update
- Crashes when playing videos or accessing settings
- VPN not working properly

**Requested features**

- Update to latest Telegram version
- Optimize for iPhone X
- Add more VPN locations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iSecret Message free?

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

### Is Messenger VPN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iSecret Message or Messenger VPN?

Messenger VPN is rated higher. iSecret Message averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Messenger VPN averages 4.5 from 3.6K ratings.

### Do iSecret Message or Messenger VPN have ads?

Neither iSecret Message nor Messenger VPN shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iSecret Message or Messenger VPN?

iSecret Message ships an update every 25 months, and Messenger VPN every 5 months. Most recently, iSecret Message was updated on November 1, 2026 and Messenger VPN on November 2, 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.*