# Network Messenger vs Mek Mek

The clearest difference is update cadence: Network Messenger at every 4 days against Mek Mek's every 4 months. Network Messenger also leads on ratings volume (27 vs 1). Mek Mek's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Network Messenger sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year and Mek Mek sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Network Messenger against 5.0 for Mek Mek. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Network Messenger has 27 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Network Messenger ships an update every 4 days, Mek Mek every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Network Messenger | Mek Mek |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-messenger/id6739565676/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mek-mek/id6743344004/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **27** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 120 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Network Messenger Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1651167828) | [Realizeit LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017348704) |

## What reviewers say

### Network Messenger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-messenger/id6739565676)

Connect with friends and family through secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging and calls. Organize events, birthdays, and group chats, with tools to sort your network. Enjoy a private, AI-free experience.

**Highlights:** End-to-end encrypted messaging, Voice and video calls, Event and group chat organization, Contact sorting with tags and notes, Soft location sharing, Smart reconnection reminders

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $14.99 | per year |


### Mek Mek

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mek-mek/id6743344004)

This app offers high-quality one-on-one video calls with Full HD clarity. It features integrated social profiles for easier connection beyond calls and smart contact management to keep your network organized. Enjoy private and secure communication with a simple, direct interface.

**Highlights:** Full HD video calls, Integrated social links, Smart contact management, Private and secure calls, Simple and direct communication

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 MekMek Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 500 MekMek Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 1000 MekMek Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Network Messenger free?

Network Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mek Mek free?

Mek Mek is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Network Messenger or Mek Mek?

Network Messenger and Mek Mek are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 27 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Network Messenger or Mek Mek have ads?

Neither Network Messenger nor Mek Mek shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Network Messenger or Mek Mek?

Network Messenger ships an update every 4 days, and Mek Mek every 4 months. Most recently, Network Messenger was updated on October 24, 2026 and Mek Mek on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*