Root vs Envolta
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Root
This platform empowers communities to connect, collaborate, and grow. It offers tools for organizing groups, from gaming guilds to interest-based clubs. Stay connected on the go with mobile chat, voice, and video calls, and manage your community with customizable channels and permissions.
- Community connection and collaboration
- Mobile chat and notifications
- Voice and video calls
- Customizable channels, roles, and permissions
- Desktop command center with integrated apps
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Root is the platform for communities to connect, collaborate, and grow. Whether you're leading a gaming guild, organizing a creative collective, or building an interest-based group, Root gives you the tools to bring people together and get things done. On desktop, Root is your full-featured command center. On mobile, it’s the easiest way to stay in the loop—chatting, reacting, and coordinating from anywhere. Why Root Stay connected on the go—Keep conversations flowing and never miss a moment, even when you’re away from your desk. Join voice and video calls— Talk face-to-face or drop into a channel when things go live, all from your phone. Navigate and multitask with ease — Switch between communities, check who’s online, and filter notifications by friends, mentions, and more. Designed for real communities—Structure your space with channels, roles, and permissions that reflect how your group works. Unlock more on desktop—Use Root on desktop for integrated apps like docs, tasks, and apps. Root for mobile gives you the essentials and keeps you connected today, with more on the way.
Envolta
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Envolta — Connect people. Live experiences. Envolta is the ideal app for those who want to connect, discover events, and experience new moments in a simple and smart way. Create real connections, follow events, receive personalized invitations, and stay up to date with what’s happening around you. All in one place, with a modern, fast, and secure experience. Discover events Connect with people Receive exclusive invitations and access Real-time notifications Envolta was created to bring people closer, make meetups easier, and turn moments into unforgettable experiences. Download now and be part of this connection.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Root at weekly against Envolta's every 2 months. Root also leads on chart position (#109 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Root ships an update weekly, Envolta every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Root | Envolta |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (121 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 67.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 121 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #109 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 155 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Root Communications, Inc | Lucas Zorrer |
In-app purchases
Root
No in-app purchases
Envolta
No in-app purchases









