# Messenger for Messages vs Leo Messenger

The clearest difference is rating: Leo Messenger at 5.0 against Messenger for Messages's 4.5. Leo Messenger also leads on ads (none vs shown). Messenger for Messages's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (456 vs 1). On price and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Leo Messenger sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Messenger for Messages asks for nothing beyond the download.

Leo Messenger holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Messenger for Messages has 456 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Messenger for Messages ships an update every 3 weeks, Leo Messenger every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Messenger for Messages | Leo Messenger |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (456 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/messenger-for-messages/id6463402906/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leo-messenger/id6467877971/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **456** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 63.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 265 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dipali Lunagariya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1683325995) | [Ganga Pay Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709314396) |

## What reviewers say

### Messenger for Messages

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/messenger-for-messages/id6463402906)

This app redefines text messaging with unlimited sending, rich formatting, and multimedia integration. Organize conversations, search quickly, and personalize your chats with themes and stickers. Enjoy enhanced security and cross-device synchronization for a seamless communication experience.

**Highlights:** Unlimited messaging, Rich text formatting, Multimedia integration, Intuitive message organization, Quick search, Personalized themes, Group messaging, End-to-end encryption

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Leo Messenger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/leo-messenger/id6467877971)

A secure and user-friendly communication app offering end-to-end encrypted chats and calls. Features include disappearing messages, polls, quizzes, and channels for content sharing. Connect with friends, family, and colleagues with high-quality audio and video.

**Highlights:** End-to-end encrypted chats and calls, Disappearing messages with timers, Group chats with polls and quizzes, Free high-quality audio and video calls, Channels for content sharing, Stickers, GIFs, and emojis

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LeoMood: Creative Roar | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Messenger for Messages free?

Messenger for Messages is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Leo Messenger free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Messenger for Messages or Leo Messenger?

Leo Messenger is rated higher. Messenger for Messages averages 4.5 out of 5 from 456 ratings, while Leo Messenger averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Messenger for Messages or Leo Messenger have ads?

Messenger for Messages shows ads; Leo Messenger does not.

### Which is updated more often, Messenger for Messages or Leo Messenger?

Messenger for Messages ships an update every 3 weeks, and Leo Messenger every 2 weeks. Most recently, Messenger for Messages was updated on November 7, 2026 and Leo Messenger on November 3, 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.*
