Comparison

ChatMPP vs MPP Viewer

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

Head to head
About

ChatMPP

This AI-powered tool helps teams and stakeholders instantly understand, summarize, and query Microsoft Project (.mpp) files using natural language. It provides plain-language summaries, answers ad-hoc questions about project details, and generates status updates without requiring Microsoft Project installed.

Highlights
  • AI-powered analysis of .mpp files
  • Natural language querying
  • Instant summaries and status updates
  • Identify bottlenecks and overallocations
  • Stakeholder-friendly project insights
  • Supports various MS Project versions
Features
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AI Copilot for MPP Projects ChatMPP is an AI-powered copilot designed to help teams and stakeholders instantly understand, summarize and query MS Project (.mpp) files using natural language. ChatMPP works with native Microsoft Project files and supports .mpp files created with Microsoft Project 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, 2021 and 2024. Unlike general-purpose AI tools, ChatMPP is specifically optimized for the structure and data inside Microsoft Project plans, enabling more accurate and context-aware analysis of tasks, milestones, critical path, dependencies, resource workloads, baselines, delays, costs and remaining effort. With ChatMPP you can quickly get plain-language summaries of complex project plans, ask ad-hoc questions about dates, resources, risks or workload, generate status updates and executive summaries ready to copy-paste into emails or reports, identify overallocations and upcoming bottlenecks, and help non-project-management stakeholders understand the plan without needing Microsoft Project installed. We pioneered the development of Project Viewer for MPP files back in 2001 and since then we have helped millions of users instantly save money on Microsoft Project licenses. ChatMPP builds on this long-standing expertise with Microsoft Project files, adding a modern AI copilot layer that makes your project data easier to understand, explain and act on. You can start using ChatMPP for free with core viewing and Q&A capabilities on your .mpp files. By upgrading to ChatMPP Plus, you can unlock extended usage limits and advanced features such as deeper analysis, richer summaries and enhanced collaboration scenarios. ChatMPP transforms the way you read, understand and communicate your Microsoft Project plans. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period Terms and Conditions: https://chatmpp.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://chatmpp.com/privacy-policy For more info please visit our website: https://chatmpp.com

About

MPP Viewer

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Open .mpp files (created in Microsoft Project) directly on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac — no subscription, no cloud, no Microsoft Project required. MPP Viewer lets you view, explore, and share project plans stored in .mpp format. Whether a colleague sends you a project file or you need to review a schedule on the go, MPP Viewer opens it instantly and renders it as a crisp, publication-quality Gantt chart — entirely on your device. KEY FEATURES - Open .mpp files — supports a wide range of .mpp file versions - Interactive Gantt view — browse tasks, milestones, and timelines with ease - Publication-quality PDF export — generate a shareable Gantt PDF in seconds - Task list view — review all project tasks, dates, and durations at a glance - 100% offline — all parsing, rendering, and PDF generation happens on-device - No account, no subscription, no data ever leaves your device - Native app — Used by project managers, consultants, freelancers, and anyone who receives .mpp files from colleagues or clients. PRIVACY FIRST MPP Viewer is a pure offline application. No servers are operated by the developer, and no project data is ever transmitted externally. Everything stays on your device. --- LEGAL NOTICE MPP Viewer is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation. "Microsoft Project" and ".mpp" are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. MPP Viewer uses a custom-built binary parser to read .mpp files and does not use or distribute any Microsoft software.

Screenshots

ChatMPP4 screens
MPP Viewer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ChatMPP at Free against MPP Viewer's $9.99. ChatMPP also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). MPP Viewer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

ChatMPP is free to download; MPP Viewer costs $9.99 up front. ChatMPP sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. MPP Viewer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
ChatMPP versus MPP Viewer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChatMPPMPP Viewer
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHousatonic.comCardinate Consulting LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

ChatMPP

Subscriptions1
  • Plus$9.991 Month
None

MPP Viewer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ChatMPP free?
ChatMPP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MPP Viewer free?
MPP Viewer costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ChatMPP or MPP Viewer have ads?
Neither ChatMPP nor MPP Viewer shows ads.

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