Comparison

ReMaze Messenger vs IONChat Direct

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

Head to head
About

ReMaze Messenger

Features
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ReMaze - Private messaging, reimagined. ReMaze is a secure messenger where your conversations are truly private. Built on the Signal Protocol, every message, call, and file is end-to-end encrypted before it ever leaves your device. Our servers act only as a relay - we never have access to your content. UNCOMPROMISING SECURITY - Signal Protocol - The same proven end-to-end encryption trusted by cryptographers worldwide - AES-256 encryption - Military-grade protection for every message, call, and file - Perfect Forward Secrecy - A unique key for every message. Compromising one never exposes others - Zero Knowledge - We never store your messages. We can't read them, even if compelled to - Key Verification - Verify contacts with safety numbers to prevent impersonation - Biometric Lock - Protect the app with Face ID or Touch ID FULL-FEATURED MESSAGING - Rich text with Markdown support - Share photos, videos, and documents - all encrypted end-to-end - Voice messages - Record and send encrypted voice notes with one tap - Disappearing messages - Set messages to auto-delete after a chosen time - View-once media - Share photos and videos that disappear after being viewed - Edit and delete messages - Remove sent messages from all devices - Reactions - React to messages instantly - Note to Self - A private space for your own notes and files VOICE AND VIDEO CALLS - Encrypted voice and video calls - Crystal-clear quality with low latency MULTI-DEVICE - Use ReMaze on your iPhone, iPad, and desktop - Link devices securely by scanning a QR code - Native desktop apps for macOS, Windows, and Linux PRIVACY BY DESIGN - No message content stored on servers - No contact lists collected - No location tracking - No advertising identifiers - No third-party analytics or ad SDKs - Screen security to prevent screenshots HOW IT WORKS When you connect with someone, your devices negotiate encryption keys using the X3DH protocol. Each message is then encrypted with AES-256 using the Double Ratchet algorithm. Encrypted messages travel through our relay servers - once delivered, they are deleted. We never have access to your keys or content. 0 messages stored. 256-bit AES. 100% open protocol. Under 50ms delivery. Download ReMaze and take control of your conversations.

About

IONChat Direct

A private, end-to-end encrypted messenger for communities. It offers direct messaging, a community feed for updates, and organized team channels. Features include encrypted calls, meetings with recordings, and a secure chat vault.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted messaging
  • Community feed for updates
  • Organized team channels
  • Encrypted voice and video calls
  • Private chat vault with PIN
  • Group meetings with recordings
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IONChat Direct is a private, end-to-end encrypted messenger with a built-in community feed and team channels — everything your community needs in one place. PRIVATE MESSAGING — One-on-one and group chats secured with end-to-end encryption. Photos, videos, voice notes, view-once media, reactions, and replies. COMMUNITY FEED — Share updates, photos, and announcements. Follow people, react, comment, and keep up with your community. TEAM CHANNELS — Organized channels for your teams: topics, @mentions, pinned messages, shared media, and a team calendar with RSVPs. CALLS & MEETINGS — Encrypted voice and video calls, group meetings with recordings, and picture-in-picture so you can chat while you talk. PRIVATE CHAT VAULT — Lock sensitive conversations behind a PIN with encrypted cloud backup only you can unlock. IONCHAT PREMIUM (optional auto-renewing subscription) — Larger groups and meetings, unlimited recording length, 2 GB file uploads, and 1-year backup history. Monthly or annual plans with a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase; the subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. By INFINITY ONE NETWORK LLC. Privacy Policy: https://ionchat.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://ionchat.app/terms

Screenshots

ReMaze Messenger4 screens
IONChat Direct4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: IONChat Direct at every 3 days against ReMaze Messenger's every 9 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ReMaze Messenger ships an update every 9 days, IONChat Direct every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
ReMaze Messenger versus IONChat Direct: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReMaze MessengerIONChat Direct
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB65 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAD CONSULTINGEric Caprarese

In-app purchases

None

ReMaze Messenger

No in-app purchases

None

IONChat Direct

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ReMaze Messenger free?
ReMaze Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IONChat Direct free?
IONChat Direct is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ReMaze Messenger or IONChat Direct have ads?
Neither ReMaze Messenger nor IONChat Direct shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ReMaze Messenger or IONChat Direct?
ReMaze Messenger ships an update every 9 days, and IONChat Direct every 3 days. Most recently, ReMaze Messenger was updated on November 9, 2026 and IONChat Direct on October 31, 2026.

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