ScanTheChat vs No Channels Allowed
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ScanTheChat
Seamlessly sync messages across multiple devices. Create ephemeral discussions with others without sharing personal information, ensuring privacy. Designed for simplicity and ease of use.
- Cross-device message synchronization
- Ephemeral discussions
- Privacy-focused communication
- Simple and easy to use interface
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This app allows you to sync messages across multiple devices seamlessly. It is designed to be simple and easy to use. You can also create an ephemeral discussion with other users without sharing your personal informations.
No Channels Allowed
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A focused Telegram messaging client that emphasizes private conversations. Experience distraction-free communication while maintaining access to your existing Telegram channels. Key Features: Direct messaging with Telegram contacts Group chat participation Share photos, videos, and files View your existing channel subscriptions Secure login through official Telegram app or website Simplified Experience: Clean, conversation-focused interface Access to existing channel content No channel discovery or new subscriptions Emphasis on direct communication To get started, simply login using a verification code from your official Telegram app or website.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: No Channels Allowed at none against ScanTheChat's 6. ScanTheChat's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months). On price, ads, device support 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. ScanTheChat sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. No Channels Allowed asks for nothing beyond the download.
ScanTheChat ships an update every 2 months, No Channels Allowed every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ScanTheChat | No Channels Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 144 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Copy&Paste LLC | Kyrylo Kharchenko |
In-app purchases
ScanTheChat
- Extension 7 days$0.99
- Extension 30 days$2.99
- Group extension 30 days$2.99
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- Monthly premium extension$4.99
- Group extension 3 months$4.99
- Group extension 6 months$7.99
No Channels Allowed
No in-app purchases
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