X2Chat vs Clam Messenger
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
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.
Clam Messenger
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Clam Messenger is a simple private messaging app for direct conversations, group chats, and media sharing. Create an account without a phone number, email address, or password. Add contacts, exchange messages, send files and media, and recover your account with a recovery phrase when needed. Clam Messenger is designed with privacy in mind. Messages are protected with end-to-end encryption, and the app includes contact requests, blocking, reporting, and account recovery features. Key features: β’ No phone number, email, or password required β’ One-to-one private chats β’ Group conversations β’ Photo, video, and file sharing β’ Contact requests β’ Blocking and reporting tools β’ Recovery phrase based account restore β’ English and Ukrainian interface
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: X2Chat at 4 against Clam Messenger's 1. X2Chat also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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.
X2Chat ships an update every 4 days, Clam Messenger every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | X2Chat | Clam Messenger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | Every 3 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ALEKSANDR GREBENIN | Sergii Bakhmat |
In-app purchases
X2Chat
No in-app purchases
Clam Messenger
No in-app purchases









