PGP Messenger vs Relay Message
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
PGP Messenger
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PGP Chat is a privacy-first messenger built for secure everyday communication. Every message is protected with end-to-end encryption using OpenPGP, so only you and the intended recipient can read it.
Relay Message
This app offers a secure and private communication platform with end-to-end encryption for messages, calls, and file sharing. It prioritizes user privacy with features like private profiles and approval-based group joins, ensuring conversations remain confidential.
- End-to-end encrypted messages and group chats
- Voice and video calls
- File sharing
- Groups up to 256 members
- Private profile option
- Approval-based group join requests
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Relay Message is the most secure and private way to stay in touch. Every message, call, voice note and file is encrypted on your device before it is sent. Nobody can read your conversations, not even us. FEATURES - End-to-end encrypted messages and group chats - Voice and video calls, one-on-one and in groups - Voice memos, photos, videos and file sharing - Groups up to 256 members with admin controls - Private profile option, visible only to your friends - Add friends by username - Read receipts and unread indicators - Approval-based join requests for private groups SAFETY - Report objectionable content from any message or profile - Block abusive users with one tap - Delete your own messages anytime - All reports reviewed by our team within 24 hours - Zero tolerance for harassment, hate speech, or illegal content PRIVACY BY DESIGN - Your encryption keys never leave your device - We store only what is strictly necessary to deliver your messages, nothing more - No ads, no tracking, no selling your data Works on iPhone and iPad. An account is required. Your email is stored encrypted.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PGP Messenger at every 2 days against Relay Message's every 9 days. PGP Messenger also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PGP Messenger ships an update every 2 days, Relay Message every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PGP Messenger | Relay Message |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | โ | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days โ better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | โ | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 โ better | 15.1 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Sandro Meier | Mae Martins-Charavel |
In-app purchases
PGP Messenger
No in-app purchases
Relay Message
No in-app purchases








