Comparison

BonChat vs MeantGo

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

About

MeantGo

This app facilitates meaningful connections by allowing users to share their genuine reasons for wanting to connect. It moves beyond simple messaging to foster deeper conversations and understanding between individuals.

Highlights
  • Intent-based connections
  • Meaningful conversations
  • Genuine connection reasons
  • Purposeful interaction
  • Deeper understanding
Features
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Find someone meant for you. MeantGo is an intent-based dating app designed to help people create meaningful connections. MeantGo helps you connect with purpose. Instead of sending a simple message, you can share your Intent - a genuine reason for wanting to connect with someone. Your Intent helps start conversations with more meaning, giving people a better understanding of why you want to meet and connect with them. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

BonChat4 screens
MeantGo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BonChat at none against MeantGo's 3. BonChat also leads on ratings volume (60K vs 1). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. MeantGo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. BonChat asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MeantGo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BonChat has 60K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BonChat versus MeantGo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBonChatMeantGo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (60K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings60K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size77 MB90 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperHong Kong CipherChat Tech Company LimitedMeantGo LLC

Customer experience

BonChat

All ratings59,172 ratings
Positive95.4%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews506 reviews
Positive55.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative41.7%

MeantGo

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

MeantGo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

BonChat

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

MeantGo

Subscriptions3
  • MeantGo Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • MeantGo Monthly$14.991 Month
  • MeantGo Quarterly$44.993 Months

Questions

Is BonChat free?
BonChat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MeantGo free?
MeantGo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BonChat or MeantGo?
MeantGo is rated higher. BonChat averages 4.8 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while MeantGo averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do BonChat or MeantGo have ads?
Neither BonChat nor MeantGo shows ads.

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