# Getting out Messaging vs GTL｜Getting Out Messenger

The clearest difference is monetization model: Getting out Messaging at freemium against GTL｜Getting Out Messenger's subscription. Getting out Messaging also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). GTL｜Getting Out Messenger's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Getting out Messaging sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and GTL｜Getting Out Messenger sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Getting out Messaging against 4.4 for GTL｜Getting Out Messenger. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 505 and 209 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 7% of Getting out Messaging's written reviews are positive against 0% of GTL｜Getting Out Messenger's.

Getting out Messaging ships an update monthly, GTL｜Getting Out Messenger every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Getting out Messaging | GTL｜Getting Out Messenger |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (505 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/getting-out-messaging/id6782858625/reviews) | **[4.4 (209 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gtlgetting-out-messenger/id6791941005/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **505** | 209 |
| Positive reviews | **6.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #64 | **#27** |
| Size | 54 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JTCounty OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6782858627) | [Free Spoke Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/6791941007) |

## What reviewers say

### Getting out Messaging

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/getting-out-messaging/id6782858625)

**Currently charting:** #64 Top Free · Social Networking, #166 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

Connect securely with loved ones through a user-friendly messaging platform. Features include inmate search, an AI writing assistant for message composition, and robust privacy controls. Offers both free and premium subscription options for enhanced communication.

**Highlights:** Secure messaging, Inmate search, AI writing assistant, Message status updates, Passcode and biometric authentication, Contact management

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly-Tria | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


### GTL｜Getting Out Messenger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gtlgetting-out-messenger/id6791941005)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Free · Social Networking, #59 Top Grossing · Social Networking (US App Store)

Connect with incarcerated individuals and access vital correctional facility details. Search for inmates, send messages, and utilize an AI assistant for communication support. Organize contacts and facility information with a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Search for inmates, Send messages, AI assistant for communication, Access facility information, Save profiles and search results, Organize contact details

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Getting Out Visit | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Getting | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Connect with Inmates | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Send messages | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Inmate Search & Info | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Inmate Profiles & Messages | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Inmate Connect Assistant | $29.99 | per month |
| Inmate Visit & Call | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Getting out Messaging free?

Getting out Messaging is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GTL｜Getting Out Messenger free?

GTL｜Getting Out Messenger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Getting out Messaging or GTL｜Getting Out Messenger?

GTL｜Getting Out Messenger is rated higher. Getting out Messaging averages 4.3 out of 5 from 505 ratings, while GTL｜Getting Out Messenger averages 4.4 from 209 ratings.

### Do Getting out Messaging or GTL｜Getting Out Messenger have ads?

Neither Getting out Messaging nor GTL｜Getting Out Messenger shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Getting out Messaging or GTL｜Getting Out Messenger?

Getting out Messaging ships an update monthly, and GTL｜Getting Out Messenger every 2 weeks. Most recently, Getting out Messaging was updated on November 5, 2026 and GTL｜Getting Out Messenger on November 5, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Getting out Messaging or GTL｜Getting Out Messenger?

Getting out Messaging currently peaks at #64 in the App Store charts, and GTL｜Getting Out Messenger at #27. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*