ScanTheChat vs CoLink Messenger
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.
CoLink Messenger
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CoLink Messenger is a secure and efficient communication platform designed for individuals and teams. It combines advanced functionality with military-grade encryption to ensure that conversations remain private and protected. End-to-end encrypted one-to-one and group chats High-quality voice and video calls Create named folders (Collections) within any chat Store and share documents, images, and videos securely Schedule events in the calendar, send invitations, and track RSVPs Real-time push notifications for updates Access Global News and Azerbaijan News feeds Read articles directly within the app Profile personalization and Light/Dark Mode options Multilingual interface for seamless use Email based registration with instant verification Fast setup for immediate collaboration Full account deletion with complete data removal within 24 hours
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CoLink Messenger at none against ScanTheChat's 6. CoLink Messenger also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). ScanTheChat's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. ScanTheChat sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. CoLink Messenger asks for nothing beyond the download.
ScanTheChat ships an update every 2 months, CoLink Messenger every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ScanTheChat | CoLink Messenger |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Every 3 days — better |
| 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 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Copy&Paste LLC | Project Management Systems, MMC |
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
CoLink Messenger
No in-app purchases
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