Comparison

Phantom Communicator vs Num Messenger

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

Head to head
About

Phantom Communicator

This private messaging and voice calling app prioritizes direct, person-to-person connections with minimal data exposure. It offers secure communication channels between approved contacts, message retention controls, and optional app lock for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Private one-to-one messaging
  • Voice calls between approved contacts
  • No phone number or email required
  • Minimal data usage and local data control
  • Optional app lock
  • Message retention controls
Features
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Phantom is a private messaging and voice calling app designed for people who value control over their communication. The app focuses on direct, person-to-person connections. Only approved contacts can reach you — there's no phone number or email required, and no public discovery, so unknown users can't contact you. Messages, calls, and files are exchanged only between contacts you've approved. Phantom is built to minimize the data it collects, with no advertising and no profiling. You stay in control: lock the app, set how long messages and saved chats are kept on your device, and share photos, videos, and files directly in a private chat — with an in-chat gallery to view them. A private line for your inner circle — simple, intentional, and yours. Key features • Private one-to-one messaging • Voice calls between approved contacts • No phone number or email required • Minimal data usage and local data control • Optional app lock with system authentication • Message retention controls on the device How it works Phantom establishes secure communication channels between contacts you choose. There is no public discovery, and unknown users cannot contact you without your approval. Communication is designed to be direct and predictable, without background syncing or silent message storage. Designed with privacy in mind Phantom is built to minimize data collection and to give users clear control over their conversations. The app does not rely on advertising or user profiling and is intended for people who prefer focused, private communication. If you have questions or need help, you can find support through the links provided on this page.

About

Num Messenger

A messaging app prioritizing simplicity and privacy. It uses a unique NUM-number for registration, eliminating the need for phone numbers or emails. Messages are end-to-end encrypted and deleted after delivery, with minimal data stored on servers.

Highlights
  • No phone number or email required
  • Unique NUM-number for registration
  • End-to-end encrypted messages
  • Messages deleted after delivery
  • Minimal server data storage
  • Private photo and voice sharing
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Num Messenger для тех, кто ценит простоту и приватность. Никакого номера телефона, никакой почты. При регистрации вы получаете уникальный NUM-номер - это всё, что нужно для общения. Сообщения зашифрованы и не сохраняются на сервере - они живут ровно столько, сколько нужно для доставки. Минимум данных на сервере. Всё остальное - сообщения, фото, голосовые - остаётся только у вас и вашего собеседника.

Screenshots

Phantom Communicator4 screens
Num Messenger3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Num Messenger at every 3 days against Phantom Communicator's every 2 weeks. Num Messenger also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Phantom Communicator against 5.0 for Num Messenger. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phantom Communicator ships an update every 2 weeks, Num Messenger every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on August 19, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Phantom Communicator versus Num Messenger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhantom CommunicatorNum Messenger
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1616
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB39 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAnton DementevOleg Frolov

Customer experience

Phantom Communicator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Num Messenger

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Phantom Communicator

No in-app purchases

None

Num Messenger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Phantom Communicator free?
Phantom Communicator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Num Messenger free?
Num Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Phantom Communicator or Num Messenger?
Phantom Communicator and Num Messenger are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do Phantom Communicator or Num Messenger have ads?
Neither Phantom Communicator nor Num Messenger shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Phantom Communicator or Num Messenger?
Phantom Communicator ships an update every 2 weeks, and Num Messenger every 3 days. Most recently, Phantom Communicator was updated on August 19, 2026 and Num Messenger on September 26, 2026.

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