BonChat vs Lagi New
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BonChat
This app offers secure messaging and file sharing with state-of-the-art end-to-end encryption. It provides options for private or on-premise server deployment, advanced group management, and a user-friendly interface. Enjoy seamless cross-platform communication with full control over your data.
- End-to-end encryption
- Private/on-premise server deployment
- Advanced group management
- User-friendly interface
- Cross-platform support
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Welcome to BonChat, your ultimate solution for secure and private communication! With BonChat, you can enjoy seamless messaging, file sharing, and collaboration - all protected by state-of-the-art end-to-end encryption. # Key Features ## End-to-End Encryption Your messages and files are encrypted from the moment they leave your device until they reach the recipient, ensuring that only you and your chosen contacts can read or access them. ## Private or On-Premise Server Deployment Take control of your data with our private or on-premise server deployment option. Host BonChat on your own servers for total peace of mind, knowing that your communication is secure and under your control. ## Powerful Group Management Experience advanced group functionality with BonChat’s robust group management features. Create, manage, and customize groups effortlessly while controlling member permissions in detail for enhanced collaboration. ## User-Friendly Interface BonChat is designed for everyone. Our intuitive interface makes it easy to send messages, share files, and manage your contacts without compromising on security. ## Cross-Platform Support Whether you’re on a smartphone, tablet, or desktop, BonChat provides a seamless experience across all devices, ensuring you stay connected anytime, anywhere. Experience the freedom of secure communication with BonChat. Download now and take the first step towards protecting your conversations and data like never before! BonChat: Your data, your control, your security.
Lagi New
Connect globally with unlimited calls, SMS, and fast eSIM data plans. Get a free Georgian VoIP number upon registration and enjoy ultra-cheap calling worldwide. Activate mobile data instantly with flexible eSIM packages for seamless travel.
- Free Georgian VoIP number
- Unlimited calls and SMS
- Fast eSIM mobile data plans
- Worldwide network coverage
- Instant data plan activation
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Lagi: Unlimited Calls, SMS & Fast eSIM Mobile Data plans throughout the world Experience the freedom of global connectivity. Founded in 1997, Lagi provides a simple, free app that combines high-quality voice services with modern travel data solutions. Key Features: Free to Start: Download the app and get a Georgian free VoIP number upon registration. Ultra-Cheap Calling: Make high-quality unlimited calls. Unlimited Messaging: Send unlimited SMS to any Georgian number. Additional Features if your device supports eSIM: Instant Connectivity: Activate mobile data plans instantly without physical SIM cards. Flexible Data Plans: Choose from fast, affordable Local and Regional eSIM packages. Worldwide Coverage: Stay connected everywhere with the fastest available network speeds. Get connected today with Lagi.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lagi New at 100% against BonChat's 56%. Lagi New also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). BonChat's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (59K vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BonChat holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BonChat has 59K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 56% of BonChat's written reviews are positive against 100% of Lagi New's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
BonChat ships an update every 4 weeks, Lagi New weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BonChat | Lagi New |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (59K ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 55.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 59K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 80 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hong Kong CipherChat Tech Company Limited | LAGI LLC |
Customer experience
BonChat
Lagi New
Bugs and requests
BonChat
Reported bugs
2 issues- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
Requested features
2 requests- Add read receipts (two checkmarks when message is read)
- Improve keyboard and text area usability
Lagi New
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
BonChat
No in-app purchases
Lagi New
No in-app purchases









