Comparison

Network Messenger vs Bot Communicator

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

Head to head
About

Network Messenger

Connect with your network through secure, end-to-end encrypted messaging and calls. Organize events, birthdays, and group chats in one place, with tools to sort and add context to your contacts. Enjoy real-time features and smart reminders to stay in touch.

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
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The encrypted messenger built for how people actually connect. No ads, AI-free, and independent. Features include: - End-to-end encrypted messaging. - Voice and video calls (group calls coming soon). - Events, birthdays, and group chats. All together, in one place (finally). - Tags, filters, and custom notes to sort and bring context to your network. - Secure connections. Network syncs with your native contacts app, to suggest contacts that are using Network. - Real-time features like soft location sharing. - Smart reminders to reconnect. For questions or feedback, go to Settings > Help and Support in the app. By downloading the app, you agree to our EULA which can be found here: https://networkmessenger.com/termsofservice/

About

Bot Communicator

Features
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Bot Communicator — 'The Com' A new, free way to chat and call your friends and family — privately. No phone numbers needed. No third-party accounts. Just connect with a simple invite code and start talking. The Com — Private Messaging Send encrypted messages instantly. No phone number required — just share your Com# invite code and you're connected. Messages are delivered in real time with end-to-end encryption. Voice Calling — Free Over Any Network Make crystal-clear voice calls to your contacts over WiFi or mobile data. No carrier fees, no minutes to track. WebRTC-powered calling works reliably on any connection. Your Identity, Your Way Set your Com Tag — your display name on the network. Share your Com# with friends so they can find you instantly. Accept connection requests to build your contact list. Invite a Friend Share your Com# with one tap. Your friends download the app, enter your code, and you're connected — it's that simple. Smart Notifications Stay in the loop with customizable push notifications. Toggle notification types on or off to stay informed without being overwhelmed. 11 Languages Switch between English, Spanish, Chinese, Hindi, French, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and Russian. Key Features: • Encrypted private messaging — no phone number needed • Free voice calls over WiFi or mobile data • Com Tag & Com# — your unique identity on the network • One-tap invite to connect with friends • End-to-end encrypted communication • Customizable push notifications • Voice input for hands-free messaging • Multiple text-to-speech voice options • 11 language support • Dark mode interface • Automatic over-the-air updates The Com — private, free, and fun. Chat and call the people you care about without giving away your phone number.

Screenshots

Network Messenger4 screens
Bot Communicator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bot Communicator at none against Network Messenger's 1. Bot Communicator also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence and ads 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. Network Messenger sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Bot Communicator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Network Messenger ships an update every 4 days, Bot Communicator every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Network Messenger versus Bot Communicator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNetwork MessengerBot Communicator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size120 MB53 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNetwork Messenger Inc.Scot Kinney

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Network Messenger

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription$14.991 Year
None

Bot Communicator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Network Messenger free?
Network Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bot Communicator free?
Bot Communicator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Network Messenger or Bot Communicator have ads?
Neither Network Messenger nor Bot Communicator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Network Messenger or Bot Communicator?
Network Messenger ships an update every 4 days, and Bot Communicator every 3 days. Most recently, Network Messenger was updated on October 30, 2026 and Bot Communicator on October 25, 2026.

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