Comparison

yooz vs Wave

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

Head to head
About

yooz

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YOOZ is a messaging platform that prioritizes simplicity, speed, security, and synchronization across all devices. Here are the key features: 1. *Speed:* YOOZ is the fastest messaging app globally, utilizing a distributed network of data centers for efficient connectivity. 2. *Synced Across Devices:* Messages are accessible on phones, tablets, and computers simultaneously. YOOZ apps operate independently, allowing you to start a message on one device and seamlessly finish it on another. 3. *Unlimited File Sharing:* Users can send media and files of any type and size, with no limits. Chat history requires no local disk space and is securely stored in the YOOZ cloud. 4. *Security:* YOOZ prioritizes security and ease of use. All content, including chats, groups, and media, is encrypted using advanced protocols, including 256-bit symmetric AES, 2048-bit RSA, and Diffie–Hellman key exchange. 5. *Free and Open:* YOOZ is fully free and open, offering a documented API for developers, open-source apps, and verifiable builds to ensure app integrity. 6. *Powerful Features:* YOOZ supports large group chats (up to 200,000 members), sharing of large files (up to 2 GB each), and the ability to set up bots for specific tasks. It's designed for hosting online communities and facilitating teamwork. 7. *Reliability:* Built to use minimal data, YOOZ is highly reliable and functions even on weak mobile connections. 8. *Entertaining Features:* YOOZ provides powerful photo and video editing tools, animated stickers, emoji, customizable themes, and an open sticker/GIF platform for expressive communication. 9. *Simplicity:* Despite its extensive features, YOOZ maintains a clean and simple interface that is user-friendly. 10. *Privacy:* YOOZ values user privacy, promising never to grant third-party access to data. Users can delete any message with no trace, and the platform will not use data for advertising. 11. *Secret Chats:* For maximum privacy, YOOZ offers Secret Chats with messages programmed to self-destruct. End-to-End Encryption ensures that only the intended recipient can read the messages. YOOZ encourages users to join the messaging revolution, emphasizing continuous innovation and functionality beyond traditional messengers.

About

Wave

A privacy-focused messaging app offering end-to-end encrypted chats without requiring sign-ups or personal information. It utilizes a decentralized network for enhanced user control and supports both one-to-one and group conversations.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encryption
  • No sign-up required
  • Decentralized network
  • One-to-one and group chats
  • Optional Bluesky integration
  • Ad-free and tracker-free
Features
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Wave: Secure Messaging Wave is a privacy-first messaging app built for people who value security, simplicity, and control. Chat freely without signing up, sharing personal details, or trusting centralized servers. You can start messaging instantly. Wave uses end-to-end encryption, ensuring only you and the people you’re chatting with can read messages. Conversations are encrypted on your device and decrypted only by recipients. Powered by XMTP, Wave is built on a decentralized messaging network reducing reliance on central servers and giving users more control over their conversations. Wave supports fast one-to-one messaging and secure group conversations in a clean, minimal interface with no clutter or distractions. You can optionally connect your Bluesky account to message people you already know, or simply use Wave on its own without linking any account. Wave is designed with privacy at its core, with end-to-end encrypted messages, a privacy-first architecture, and no ads or trackers.

Screenshots

yooz4 screens
Wave4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: yooz at 13.0 against Wave's 16.0. On price and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
yooz versus Wave: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteryoozWave
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 weeks
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
Devices—iPhone — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB149 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperFady RaflaSimhadri Bogula

In-app purchases

None

yooz

No in-app purchases

None

Wave

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is yooz free?
yooz is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wave free?
Wave is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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