Comparison

Talks vs Tato Talk

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

Head to head
About

Talks

Features
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Talks is a private messenger built for people who value their privacy. Your conversations are end-to-end encrypted, your messages disappear automatically, and nothing is kept longer than it needs to be. No feeds. No noise. No tracking of your chats. Just fast, secure, private conversations in 50 languages. GET STARTED IN SECONDS Sign up with just your phone number and a one-time SMS verification code. No email and no passwords. You can optionally import your phone contacts to instantly see which of your friends are already on Talks. Contacts are used only for matching and are never shared or sold. END-TO-END ENCRYPTION Your one-on-one chats are encrypted device to device. No one in between can read them, not even us. DISAPPEARING MESSAGES Set a timer and your messages are permanently deleted from our servers when it runs out. Gone means gone. VOICE AND VIDEO CALLS Crystal-clear one-on-one and group calls, connected peer-to-peer. 50 LANGUAGES A fully localized app plus real-time message translation, so you can talk with anyone, anywhere. LAST SEEN AND PRIVACY CONTROLS Decide who can see your online status and last seen. Turn it off and stay invisible. FREE AND PREMIUM Start free, with everything you need for private messaging. Go Premium to unlock unlimited messaging, voice, video and group calls, real-time translation in 50 languages, custom disappearing-message timers, larger file sharing, bigger groups, and an ad-free experience. Premium is an auto-renewing subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase. It renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://talks.ataforge.com/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://talks.ataforge.com/terms.html Questions? Email hello@ataforge.com Download Talks and take back your privacy.

About

Tato Talk

This app offers secure, instant messaging with a smart toolbox for enhanced communication. It includes AI-generated conversation starters, real-time translation, and a library of chat tips to help users express themselves confidently in any situation.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encryption
  • AI-generated conversation starters
  • Real-time message translation
  • Chat tips library
  • High-definition media sharing
  • Group voice and video calls
  • Cross-device syncing
Features
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TatoTalk is a next-generation instant messaging app built for people who want more from their conversations. From everyday chats to cross-border team collaboration, TatoTalk combines powerful communication tools with a clean, intuitive experience. Privacy-First Encryption Every message, call, and file transfer is protected by end-to-end encryption — your conversations are yours alone, with zero unauthorized access. Smart Toolbox Go beyond basic messaging with TatoTalk's built-in productivity suite: save Quick Replies for frequently used messages, break the ice with AI-generated conversation starters, and translate messages in real time without leaving the app. Chat Tips Library Not sure what to say? Browse a curated library of conversation guides and scripts — organized by scenario — to help you express yourself more confidently in any situation. Rich Media Support Share high-definition photos, videos, voice messages, and files of any type — no compression, no limits on your expression. Groups Built for Teams Host large communities or tight-knit teams with group voice and video calls, pinned announcements, and flexible admin controls. Crystal-Clear Calls High-quality voice and video calls that work reliably across borders — stay close to the people who matter, wherever they are. Always in Sync Pick up right where you left off — messages and contacts sync instantly across all your devices. Make It Yours Personalize your chat with custom themes, backgrounds, and notification settings. Available in 19 Languages Designed for a global community, with full localization across 19 languages.

Screenshots

Talks4 screens
Tato Talk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tato Talk at none against Talks's 3. Tato Talk also leads on ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#109 vs unranked). Talks's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price 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

Both are free to download. Talks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Tato Talk asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Talks ships an update every 2 weeks, Tato Talk monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Talks versus Tato Talk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTalksTato Talk
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.9 (21 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—36.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—21 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
Best chart rank—#109 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB298 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperGoseedo Turistik Yatirimlar Anonim SirketiBackEndTech

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Talks

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$79.99
None

Tato Talk

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Talks free?
Talks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tato Talk free?
Tato Talk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Talks or Tato Talk have ads?
Talks shows ads; Tato Talk does not.
Which is updated more often, Talks or Tato Talk?
Talks ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tato Talk monthly. Most recently, Talks was updated on October 17, 2026 and Tato Talk on October 25, 2026.

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