# BiP vs botim

The clearest difference is ads: BiP at none against botim's shown. BiP also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 22%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). botim's advantage is chart position (#87 vs unranked) and ratings volume (52K vs 11K). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BiP sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and botim sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BiP holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 52K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of BiP's written reviews are positive against 22% of botim's.

BiP ships an update every 2 weeks, botim weekly. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BiP | botim |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bip-messenger-video-call/id583274826/reviews)** | [4.3 (52K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/botim/id1263036818/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11K | **52K** |
| Positive reviews | **54.3% of reviews** | 22.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#87** |
| Size | 317 MB | 540 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S.](https://appshunter.io/developer/305642482) | [Algento Cloud Computing Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1186143621) |

## What reviewers say

### BiP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bip-messenger-video-call/id583274826)

A secure and easy-to-use communication app offering rich messaging, HD voice and video calls, and group chats. It provides features like disappearing messages, instant translations, and emergency alerts.

**Highlights:** Secure encrypted communication, HD-quality voice and video calls, Disappearing messages, Instant translations in over 100 languages, Group chats and polls, Emergency contact sharing, Channels for content discovery

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TGA diamond 70 | $0.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 350 | $4.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 700 | $9.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 1400 | $19.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 3500 | $49.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 7000 | $99.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 10500 | $99.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 14000 | $199.99 | one-time |
| TGA diamond 21000 | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 Great alternative to WhatsApp
- 👍 Smooth performance
- 👍 HD call and media quality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Verification code issues
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Slow network performance
- 🐛 Contacts not syncing properly

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to receive verification code
- Temporary account blocks without reason
- Inability to turn off automatic translation

**Requested features**

- Add status feature like WhatsApp
- Improve translation capabilities
- Support for multiple accounts
- Integrate with smartwatches


### botim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/botim/id1263036818)

**Currently charting:** #87 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

This app offers HD voice and video calls with AI enhancements, secure messaging with real-time translation, and money transfer services. It also includes an AI companion for assistance with various tasks.

**Highlights:** HD voice and video calls, AI filters and effects, Real-time AI translation, Local and international money transfers, AI companion assistant, Multi-currency prepaid card

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BOTIM VIP Monthly | $1.49 | per month |
| Botim VIP Monthly Offers | $1.49 | per month |
| BOTIM Family Bundle Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Botim Family Monthly Offer | $3.99 | per month |
| BOTIM VIP Yearly | $12.99 | per year |
| Diamonds 99 | $0.99 | one-time |
| BOTIM VIP for One Month | $1.99 | one-time |
| Diamonds 499 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Diamonds 999 | $9.99 | one-time |
| BOTIM VIP for One Year | $12.99 | one-time |
| Diamonds 4999 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great voice quality
- 💡 Only option for VOIP in UAE
- 👍 Reliable for family calls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent call disconnections
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📺 Intrusive ads even with paid subscription
- 🔍 Inconsistent video quality
- 🤖 Buggy and unreliable features

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to receive verification codes
- Inability to delete account
- Compatibility issues with iOS 12 and newer
- Calls not connecting on mobile data

**Requested features**

- Group video calling
- Bluetooth headset compatibility
- Desktop app version
- Improved notification system


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BiP free?

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

### Is botim free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BiP or botim?

BiP is rated higher. BiP averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while botim averages 4.3 from 52K ratings.

### Do BiP or botim have ads?

botim shows ads; BiP does not.

### Which is updated more often, BiP or botim?

BiP ships an update every 2 weeks, and botim weekly. Most recently, BiP was updated on November 1, 2026 and botim on November 1, 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.*