Nostrmo vs PaperPhonePlus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nostrmo
This open-source client allows you to control your social media account using a Nostr key. It offers a decentralized approach, requiring no personal phone number or other sensitive information for account management.
- Open-source protocol
- Nostr key account control
- No personal information required
- Decentralized social networking
- Cross-device support
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A nostr client with the open source protocols. Control you account with a nostr key and without any phone or other infomations.
PaperPhonePlus
A private messaging app offering end-to-end encryption with quantum-resistant technology. Share messages, media, and moments with enhanced privacy controls and self-hosted server options.
- End-to-end quantum-resistant encryption
- Rich media sharing (text, photos, video, voice)
- Group voice and video calls
- Moments and Timeline for sharing
- Auto-delete messages
- Self-hosted server option
- Two-Factor Authentication
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PaperPhone Plus — Secure, Private Messaging PaperPhone Plus is a privacy-first instant messaging app built with cutting-edge end-to-end encryption. Every private conversation is protected by hybrid quantum-safe cryptography, ensuring your messages remain confidential — today and in the future. SECURE MESSAGING • End-to-end encrypted private chats using X25519 + Kyber KEM hybrid encryption • Double Ratchet protocol with forward secrecy — each message uses a unique key • Quantum-resistant encryption protects against future threats • Encryption keys are generated and stored only on your device — never on our servers • Verify encryption security with Safety Numbers RICH COMMUNICATION • Send text, photos, videos, voice messages, files, and stickers • Real-time voice and video calls with crystal-clear quality • Group voice and video calls — stay connected with your team • Group chats for family, friends, and communities • Typing indicators and read receipts for private conversations • Built-in emoji keyboard and sticker packs MOMENTS & TIMELINE • Share photos, videos, and thoughts with friends through Moments • Control who sees your posts with granular visibility settings (public, selected friends only, or exclude specific contacts) • Browse and interact with the community Timeline • Post anonymously on the Timeline for open discussions • Like and comment on posts from friends and the community PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST • No phone number or email required to sign up — just pick a username • Auto-delete messages with configurable timers (1 day to 30 days) • Privacy controls for Moments — hide specific friends' posts or hide yours from them • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) with TOTP for account security • Session management — view and revoke active devices at any time • Delete your account and all associated data permanently whenever you choose CONTENT SAFETY • Community guidelines and Terms of Use establish clear standards for appropriate behavior • Report objectionable content directly from any post, comment, or message • Block abusive users instantly — blocked users' content is removed from your feed immediately • All reports are reviewed and acted upon within 24 hours STAY CONNECTED • Push notifications powered by Apple Push Notification service (APNs) keep you informed • QR code scanning to quickly add friends or join groups • Friend tags to organize your contacts into custom groups • Remark names for contacts — set personalized display names • Group management with invite links, member roles, and group notices SELF-HOSTED & OPEN • Connect to any compatible server — you choose where your data lives • Proxy support (HTTP, HTTPS, SOCKS5) for flexible network configurations • Open-source architecture that puts you in control DESIGNED FOR YOU • Beautiful, modern interface with Dark Mode support • Available in 8 languages: English, 中文, 日本語, 한국어, Français, Deutsch, Русский, Español • Key fingerprint verification for maximum security assurance • Lightweight and fast — optimized for a smooth experience on iPhone and iPad Your privacy is not a feature — it's our foundation. PaperPhone Plus gives you the freedom to communicate securely without compromising on the rich messaging experience you expect. Privacy Policy: Available within the app Terms of Use: Available within the app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PaperPhonePlus at 5.0 against Nostrmo's 4.5. PaperPhonePlus also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks). Nostrmo's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ads and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Nostrmo sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. PaperPhonePlus asks for nothing beyond the download.
PaperPhonePlus holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Nostrmo ships an update every 5 weeks, PaperPhonePlus every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Nostrmo | PaperPhonePlus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 110 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 荣庄 杨 | 易捷 刘 |
Customer experience
Nostrmo
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In-app purchases
Nostrmo
- Buy me a coffee$2.99
- Buy me two coffee$5.99
- Buy me five coffee$14.99
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- Buy me ten coffee$29.99
PaperPhonePlus
No in-app purchases









