Comparison

Dash Chat Messenger vs Nitro Messenger

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

Head to head
About

Dash Chat Messenger

Features
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Dash Chat is in pre-alpha - please don't rely on it for everyday messaging yet. We're building a messaging app designed to keep working when the internet doesn't, and to keep your conversations private. We're not there yet - this is early, experimental software under active development. The app does not currently implement any encryption mechanism for messages. What it does today: - One-to-one direct messages. - Pair the mobile app with the desktop Dash Chat app, which runs a local server on your WiFi network. - Create group chats, add members to those groups and send group messages. - Send images and voice messages. - Peer-to-peer synchronization that doesn't require internet access. What we're building toward: - Group chat member management. - Private, end-to-end encrypted conversations. Expect bugs and breaking changes - we'd love your feedback.

About

Nitro Messenger

Features
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Nitro is a private messenger built on a simple promise: the server cannot read your messages. Content is end-to-end encrypted with a post-quantum hybrid ratchet, so your conversations stay yours — even against tomorrow's computers. WHY NITRO • End-to-end encrypted messages, calls and media — keys live only on your device. • Post-quantum hybrid encryption, not just classic crypto. • The server is a "dumb carrier": it routes opaque, encrypted envelopes and never sees content. • No ads. No trackers. No third-party analytics. Your address book is never uploaded. • Your identity is a @username — your phone number is never shown to anyone. FEATURES • 1:1 chat with delivery receipts. • Photo sharing — images are encrypted on-device before they ever leave. • Voice & video calls with the native call experience (CallKit). • Group chats. • On-device, encrypted history — losing the server never loses your messages. • App lock with Face ID. PRIVACY YOU CAN VERIFY Every chat shows an encryption indicator, and you can confirm a contact face-to-face with a safety number. Delete your account anytime from Settings — your identity and history are wiped from the device. Nitro is single-device by design: no desktop or multi-device surface to attack.

Screenshots

Dash Chat Messenger4 screens
Nitro Messenger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Nitro Messenger at every 2 days against Dash Chat Messenger's every 6 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dash Chat Messenger ships an update every 6 days, Nitro Messenger every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Dash Chat Messenger versus Nitro Messenger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDash Chat MessengerNitro Messenger
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB24 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperGuillem CordobaQ Safe Room

In-app purchases

None

Dash Chat Messenger

No in-app purchases

None

Nitro Messenger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dash Chat Messenger free?
Dash Chat Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nitro Messenger free?
Nitro Messenger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dash Chat Messenger or Nitro Messenger have ads?
Neither Dash Chat Messenger nor Nitro Messenger shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dash Chat Messenger or Nitro Messenger?
Dash Chat Messenger ships an update every 6 days, and Nitro Messenger every 2 days. Most recently, Dash Chat Messenger was updated on October 31, 2026 and Nitro Messenger on October 31, 2026.

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