Seifr vs X2Chat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Seifr
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** You must have account data for your private setup to run this app. This data can be provided by administrator of your Seifr private server. ** Seifr - Secure communication solution for your iPhone and iPad Seifr provides full end-to-end encryption. With Seifr you can: - Make and receive encrypted voice or video calls - Make and receive encrypted conference calls - Create group chats - Create and manage chatrooms - Participate in conference rooms - Send encrypted text messages - Take and send encrypted photos - Create a confidential live stream, with recording for later viewing (SEIFR EVIDENCE) - Share your location in real time with your group (private setups only) - Location pinning - Record and send encrypted voice messages - Send encrypted images and videos from your Camera Roll - Use timed self-destruction of messages - Get in touch with your contacts on their known addresses (phone numbers, e-mails) or dedicated Seifr IDs
X2Chat
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X2Chat - Secure Messenger Built for Privacy X2Chat is a modern, privacy-first messenger that puts you in control of your data. Every message, file, and call is protected with end-to-end encryption. No one in the middle - not us, not your provider - can read your conversations. END-TO-END ENCRYPTION - RSA-2048 for session key exchange - AES-256-GCM for content (text, files, media) - WebRTC Insertable Streams for calls - true E2E at the RTP-frame level - Trusted-key QR codes - MITM protection from the server itself CALLS FAST AND CLEAR - High-quality 1-on-1 and group audio/video calls - Ultra-low latency through an optimized audio pipeline - Native CallKit integration - lock-screen calls feel like system calls - Adaptive bitrate and resilience on weak networks CLOUD BACKUP WITHOUT COMPROMISE - Encrypted backup secured with your own password - Account restore on a new device via slot_id and password - iCloud Keychain sync for seamless device migration PRIVACY BY DEFAULT - Zero ads, zero tracking - Minimal metadata stored server-side - Open encryption architecture X2Chat fits private conversations, work communications, and everything that should stay strictly between you and your contact.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: X2Chat at every 5 days against Seifr's every 4 months. X2Chat also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Seifr ships an update every 4 months, X2Chat every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Seifr | X2Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 5 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 95 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BIOKODA doo | ALEKSANDR GREBENIN |
In-app purchases
Seifr
No in-app purchases
X2Chat
No in-app purchases









