Comparison

Message Archive vs ChatPort

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

Head to head
About

Message Archive

Features
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PRESERVE YOUR MESSAGE HISTORY Message Archive lets you view and search your archived messages on iPhone. Perfect for preserving conversations or keeping a personal backup of important messages. FEATURES • View all your archived conversations • Search by contact name or phone number • Display photos and media attachments • Sort by most recent messages • Works completely offline • All data stays on your device HOW IT WORKS 1. Import your message archive folder 2. Choose your storage option (offline or linked) 3. Browse and search your message history PRIVACY FIRST Your messages never leave your device. No cloud services, no data collection, no tracking. Message Archive reads your archive files locally - your privacy is absolute. STORAGE OPTIONS Choose between: • Save to Device - Full offline access, uses device storage • Link Only - Access files from iCloud or external location, saves space PERFECT FOR • Preserving important conversations • Creating message backups • Legal or personal records • Keeping message history

About

ChatPort

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ChatPort is the simplest way to export messages from your iPhone and save conversations from all your favorite messaging apps. Whether you want to keep personal memories, create legal records, or stay organized, ChatPort helps you securely store and manage your chats with ease. Upload screenshots or screen recordings of your chats, and ChatPort will convert them into clean, searchable text you can download, back up, or print. You can also export full conversations using our desktop companion for a complete backup experience. Looking for an easy way to save messages from your iPhone? ChatPort lets you export SMS, iMessage, WhatsApp, Telegram, Messenger, and more into multiple formats—right from your device. KEY FEATURES • Screenshot & Screen Recording to Text: Upload chat screenshots or recordings and instantly convert them into structured, searchable messages. • Universal Chat Exporter: Export conversations across platforms including SMS, iMessage, WhatsApp, Telegram, Messenger, Instagram DMs, and more. • Export to PDF, CSV & Text: Save your chats in professional formats that are easy to share, store, or print. • Simple & Guided Flow: Export your messages in just a few steps—no technical knowledge needed. • Unlimited Exports: No limits on how many chats or messages you can export. • Flexible Data Use: Turn chats into data you can organize, search, download, and archive. • Fast & Helpful Support: Get quick assistance whenever you need it. WHY CHOOSE CHATPORT? • Works with Any Chat App: Even if direct export isn’t available, just upload screenshots or recordings to extract your messages. • Reliable Backup Solution: Safely store conversations for personal, legal, or business use. • Professional Documentation: Export chats into clean PDFs for records, reports, or evidence. • Easy Organization: Keep all your conversations structured and accessible. PERFECT FOR • Professionals needing documented communication records • Users who want to convert chat screenshots into real data • Anyone backing up personal or meaningful conversations • Businesses managing compliance and chat history • Users of tools like iMazing, TouchCopy, CopyTrans, or PhoneView looking for a simpler mobile solution GET STARTED WITH CHATPORT Start exporting your chats in minutes: • Upload screenshots or recordings to extract messages • Export conversations into PDF, CSV, or text • Back up chats quickly and securely • Organize and search your message history easily SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS A subscription unlocks unlimited exports, support for all formats including PDF, and priority customer support. Terms of Use: https://apptivityglobal.com/terms-of-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://apptivityglobal.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Message Archive4 screens
ChatPort4 screens

Verdict

The call

Message Archive and ChatPort are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Message Archive versus ChatPort: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMessage ArchiveChatPort
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.5 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel KennedyAman Singhal

In-app purchases

None

Message Archive

No in-app purchases

None

ChatPort

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Message Archive free?
Message Archive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChatPort free?
ChatPort is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Message Archive or ChatPort have ads?
Neither Message Archive nor ChatPort shows ads.

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