securChat vs iRealm
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
securChat
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SecureChat is a decentralized, encrypted messaging application built on the Nostr protocol. Features: โข End-to-end encrypted messaging โข Works seamlessly on your iPhone, iPad, and other devices โข QR code scanning for adding contacts โข Push notifications for messages โข Decentralized architecture using Nostr relays โข Privacy-focused design Stay connected with friends and family through secure, private conversations that put your privacy first.
iRealm
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iRealms lets you discover and connect with people nearby over Bluetooth, no internet required. Host your own realm or join one close by in seconds, then chat your way: use Global Chat to talk with everyone in the realm, or Proximity Chat to message avatars near you. Create private, invite-only iRealms for friends. There are no accounts or servers, your activity stays on your device. Enjoy local messaging and presence without Wi-Fi or cellular. Lightweight, fast, and privacy-first, iRealms is built for iPhone and iPad. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: securChat at none against iRealm's 1. securChat also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. iRealm sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. securChat asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | securChat | iRealm |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 โ better | 17.1 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SECURCOM INC, UNIPESSOAL, LDA | Bee Evolved LLC |
In-app purchases
securChat
No in-app purchases
iRealm
- UnlockStuff$4.991 Month









