Comparison

X2Chat vs Minyma

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

Head to head
About

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.

About

Minyma

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Minyma is a private messenger built on one principle: your conversations belong to you. Every message, photo, video, file, voice note, and call is end-to-end encrypted β€” only you and the people you're talking to can read or hear them. Minyma's servers relay encrypted data they cannot open. PRIVATE BY DESIGN β€’ No phone number or email required β€” pick a Minyma ID and start messaging β€’ End-to-end encrypted 1:1 and group chats, voice notes, photos, videos, and files β€’ Encrypted voice and video calls, one-to-one and group β€” with call hold and call waiting β€’ Notifications show "New message" by default β€” content stays private on your lock screen β€’ Verify contacts with safety numbers and QR codes β€’ Disappearing messages β€” set timers per chat, from 30 seconds to 4 weeks β€’ App Lock with passcode and optional Face ID/Touch ID unlock MODERN CRYPTOGRAPHY β€’ Hybrid post-quantum encryption protects today's messages against tomorrow's computers β€’ Forward secrecy: keys change constantly, so past messages stay protected EVERYDAY FEATURES β€’ Polls, pinned messages, link previews, message editing and deletion, reactions, replies, and message search β€’ Translate messages on request β€” on your device, with the original kept alongside β€’ Large file transfers, instant photo previews, HD video option β€’ Encrypted backup and device transfer you control β€” we never hold your backup key β€’ Minyma Voice (optional membership): a realtime voice assistant for hands-free use, weather, translation, and more in 20+ languages Minyma is free to use for messaging and calls. An optional membership unlocks Minyma Voice and larger transfers. No ads. No tracking. No data sold β€” there's nothing to sell. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

X2Chat2 screens
Minyma4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: X2Chat at none against Minyma's 9. X2Chat also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Minyma sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. X2Chat asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

X2Chat ships an update every 5 days, Minyma weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
X2Chat versus Minyma: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterX2ChatMinyma
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days β€” betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better26.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size95 MB27 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperALEKSANDR GREBENINMinymata, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

X2Chat

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

Minyma

Subscriptions3
  • Minyma Starter7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Minyma Plus$7.991 Month
  • Minyma Pro$14.991 Month
One-time6
  • Small tip$4.99
  • Medium tip$9.99
  • Voice Top-Up$14.99
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  • Large tip$19.99
  • Generous tip$49.99
  • Champion tip$99.99

Questions

Is X2Chat free?
X2Chat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Minyma free?
Minyma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do X2Chat or Minyma have ads?
Neither X2Chat nor Minyma shows ads.
Which is updated more often, X2Chat or Minyma?
X2Chat ships an update every 5 days, and Minyma weekly. Most recently, X2Chat was updated on October 5, 2026 and Minyma on October 10, 2026.

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