Dark18 vs The Pinpoint App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dark18
A private messenger offering secure end-to-end encrypted chats, HD voice and video calls, and community groups. Share updates through stories that disappear after 24 hours, all within a sleek, dark-themed interface. It's designed for users who prioritize privacy and freedom in their communication.
- End-to-end encrypted messaging
- HD voice and video calls
- Private and public groups
- 24-hour disappearing stories
- Dark-themed interface
- Secure sync across devices
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Welcome to Dark – the ultimate private messenger with stories, calls, and community. Dark is your all-in-one communication platform for secure messaging, high-quality audio and video calls, and authentic sharing through stories and groups – all wrapped in a sleek, dark-themed design. Whether you’re chatting one-on-one, connecting with friends in a group, or expressing yourself through stories, Dark gives you the freedom to communicate your way – with privacy and control at the center. This app contains non-intrusive ads that support ongoing development while keeping the app free for all users. Built for Privacy and Freedom Dark puts end-to-end encryption front and center, ensuring your messages, media, and calls stay truly private. No one – not even Dark – can read your messages or listen to your calls. • Secure by default • Your data stays on your device • We do not sell your information Seamless Messaging Experience Enjoy fast, smooth, and beautiful messaging – whether you’re sending text, voice notes, photos, or videos. • One-on-one or group chats • Media sharing and reactions • Smart notifications • Secure sync across devices Voice and Video Calls Stay close, even when far apart. Dark offers HD-quality voice and video calls with full encryption. • Real-time video with smooth audio • Mute and switch cameras instantly • Reliable even on slow networks Groups That Feel Like Community Dark helps you start, grow, and manage private or public groups with ease. • Admin tools and permissions • Real-time announcements • Clean layout for focused conversations • Ideal for clubs, teams, and communities Share Life Through Stories Post quick updates, thoughts, photos, or short videos that last 24 hours – or longer, if you choose. • Stories with text, media, and reactions • Full control over who sees your updates • Authentic, private sharing Minimal Design, Maximum Function • Clean, dark theme for comfortable viewing • Easy navigation across all features • Lightweight and optimized for speed • Quick sign-up with email or Google Free to Use, Ad-Supported Dark is 100% free. To support development, we show limited, respectful ads – no pop-ups, no trackers. • No subscription required • Ads placed responsibly, without interrupting your flow Key Features Recap • Private, encrypted messaging • Secure voice and video calls • Groups with admin controls • Stories with privacy settings • Clean dark-mode interface • Fast and lightweight • Privacy-respecting ads Join the Movement Dark isn’t just a chat app – it’s a space for people who value privacy, connection, and freedom. Your data is yours. Your time is yours. TERMS OF USE (EULA): For auto-renewable subscriptions, please review Apple's Standard End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: - Subscription Title: Auto-renewable subscription - Subscription Length: Weekly/Monthly/Yearly (as selected by user) - Subscription Price: Dynamic pricing based on channel settings - Auto-renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled 24 hours before the end of the current period - Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/20cde3e7-afa3-475c-b043-3bad3d0f8a0f - Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
The Pinpoint App
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Your voice matters. Pinpoint puts your elected officials at your fingertips and makes contacting them as easy as sending a text. FIND YOUR REPRESENTATIVES Enter your location and instantly see your local, state, and federal elected officials — city council members, state legislators, US senators, and House representatives — with verified contact details. SEND REAL EMAILS, TRACKED Compose a message to any representative directly in the app. Pinpoint relays it through a secure email relay so you don't have to share your personal inbox. Then watch live: you'll see when your message is sent, delivered, and opened — and you can mark it when you get a reply. BACK COMMUNITY ISSUES ON THE PINBOARD Browse civic issues raised by people in your community. Back the ones that matter to you. When enough people back an issue and contact their representatives, it reaches "Win" status — a public record that your community made a difference. JOIN A POSSE Every Pinboard issue has its own Posse — a group chat where neighbors coordinate, share updates, and plan next steps. Posses are moderated by community members and gated so only verified users can post. TRACK YOUR CIVIC FOOTPRINT A personal map shows the congressional districts you've explored. Your outreach history keeps a record of every representative you've contacted and every issue you've backed. YOUR PRIVACY, RESPECTED Pinpoint collects only what it needs to work. No advertising. No data sold. No tracking across apps. Full privacy policy at anappidea.llc/legal/pinpoint/privacy. Pinpoint is built and maintained by An App Idea LLC. Civic data is provided by OpenStates and is not guaranteed to be current — always verify official information directly with government sources.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Pinpoint App at none against Dark18's 6. On price, update cadence, 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. Dark18 sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. The Pinpoint App asks for nothing beyond the download.
Dark18 ships an update weekly, The Pinpoint App every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dark18 | The Pinpoint App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (170 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 170 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 130 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Ana Lucila Gomez Navarro | An App Idea LLC |
In-app purchases
Dark18
- Weekly Premium Access$4.997 Days
- Monthly Premium Access$8.991 Month
- Yearly Premium Access$90.991 Year
- Weekly Premium Access$5.99
- Monthly Premium Access$8.99
- Yearly Premium Access$99.99
The Pinpoint App
No in-app purchases









