Comparison

HelloWay vs LIHKG 討論區

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

Head to head
About

HelloWay

This VoIP app allows you to make and receive calls using a dedicated Hong Kong number over data or Wi-Fi. Save on roaming charges and stay connected globally. Features include caller ID, call waiting, and voicemail.

Highlights
  • Dedicated Hong Kong phone number
  • Global call reception
  • Calls to Hong Kong numbers
  • Caller Display
  • Call Waiting
  • Voice Messaging
Features
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Hello喂為環球全域電訊所推出之VoIP應用程式。無論您身處香港或海外,您只須透過數據網絡或Wi-Fi連接,便可以Hello喂電話號碼致電香港之電話號碼及接聽來自世界各地之來電,與您的親友或生意伙伴保持緊密聯繫及為您省卻漫遊通話費用! 立即下載及向環球全域電訊登記使用Hello喂,您便可享用以下功能: •Hello喂服務配備您專屬之香港號碼作話音通話,對方毋須安裝Hello喂應用 •致電香港之固網或流動電話號碼及接聽世界各地來電 •來電顯示、來電待接、未接來電通知、離線時自動轉駁來電及留言短訊服務 備注: 1.客戶可透過數據網絡或Wi-Fi使用Hello喂服務。環球全域電訊不會對客戶於本地或海外使用服務而所產生的數據費用負上任何責任。為確保服務的穩定性,建議客戶透過Wi-Fi使用服務。 2.客戶須明白及同意環球全域電訊不能保證,通話的質素及服務的表現可能會受數據網絡及Wi-Fi連接的穩定性所影響。客戶應該向其網絡商查詢有關網絡連接的問題、對VoIP服務之限制、或對VoIP服務所收取的額外費用等等。如客戶因上述問題而無法正常使用服務,環球全域電訊將不會負上任何責任。 3.客戶須明白及同意服務的提供可能會受不能預測及環球全域電訊不能控制的因素,例如客戶電話的設定、於香港或外地的有關規管部門的法律、法規,電力故障所影響。如服務因上述情況而受阻或暫時終止,環球全域電訊均不會就客戶的損失負上任何責任。 4.客戶明白及同意於香港以外地區使用服務,是不能接駁到非香港的緊急號碼或系統。環球全域電訊不會承擔因上述情況而引致的任何損失、損害或開支。 5.服務於電力故障時不能操作,及不適用於平安鐘服務。 HelloWay is a VoIP application developed by HGC Global Communications Limited (“HGC”). You can make calls to Hong Kong number and receive calls from anywhere in the world, with data network or Wi-Fi connection, no matter you locate in Hong Kong or overseas. You can now stay connected with your business partners and friends, and save roaming call charges! Download now and register HelloWay service with HGC to enjoy the features below: •Make calls with your HelloWay Hong Kong number. The person you call or makes call to you does not need to install the application. •Make calls to Hong Kong fixed-line or mobile number and receive calls from anywhere in the world •Other functions: Caller Display, Call Waiting, Missed Call Notification, Offline Call Forwarding and Voice Messaging services Remarks: 1.Subscriber can use the HelloWay service through either data network or Wi-Fi. HGC shall not be liable for any data charges incurred by subscribers for using data network in or outside Hong Kong. To ensure the stability of the Service, subscriber is recommended to use Wi-Fi to access the Service. 2.HGC does not guarantee, and subscriber acknowledges and agrees, that the call quality or service performance may be affected by the stability of data network or Wi-Fi connection. Subscriber should check with his/her network operator for any connection problems, restrictions on VoIP function, or any additional charges for using VoIP. HGC will not be liable for the service failure due to the above situations. 3.Subscriber understands and agrees that the provision of the Service may be affected by uncertain factors such as subscriber’s mobile device settings, the restrictions of the relevant laws and regulations of Hong Kong or the overseas destinations, power failure which cannot be controlled by HGC. If the Service is interrupted or temporarily suspended due to the above events or other events which are beyond HGC’s control, HGC will not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever incurred by the subscriber. 4.Subscriber understands and agrees that the Service is unable to connect to any emergency number or system when being used outside Hong Kong, and HGC shall not be liable whatsoever for any loss, damage or expenses incurred by the subscriber in relation thereto. 5.The Service cannot function during power failure and is not suitable for use with lifeline devices.

About

LIHKG 討論區

Engage in open discussions on trending topics covering current events, entertainment, creativity, and daily life. This platform prioritizes user feedback and offers a customizable interface for an enhanced browsing experience.

Highlights
  • Free discussion on trending topics
  • Covers current events, entertainment, and daily life
  • User feedback integration
  • Customizable interface
  • Multimedia browsing
  • Member following and notifications
Features
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LIHKG 討論區以自由討論為宗旨,喺哩到你可以暢所欲言! 極速瀏覽城中熱門話題,集合時事、娛樂、創意、日常生活討論! 會員就係討論區嘅核心,絕對會接受同跟進大家嘅意見。 • 精心設計界面:完美支援各種尺寸 iPhone 及 iPad • 多媒體瀏覽模式:一次過睇哂全個主題嘅影片同相 • 自訂界面設定,黑白主題,自選背景 • 留名及訂閱追蹤會員 • 主題捷徑:快速進入你最感興趣嘅話題 • 通知中心:緊貼最新討論動向 • 密碼保護:提升安全及私隱性

Screenshots

HelloWay4 screens
LIHKG 討論區3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LIHKG 討論區 at 75% against HelloWay's 25%. LIHKG 討論區 also leads on ratings volume (86 vs 1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). HelloWay's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HelloWay holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LIHKG 討論區 has 86 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of HelloWay's written reviews are positive against 75% of LIHKG 討論區's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HelloWay ships an update every 3 months, LIHKG 討論區 monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 3, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
HelloWay versus LIHKG 討論區: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHelloWayLIHKG 討論區
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.4 (86 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews74.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings186 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB59 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHGC GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS LIMITEDLIHKG Limited

Customer experience

HelloWay

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

LIHKG 討論區

All ratings86 ratings
Positive84.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.1%
Written reviews131 reviews
Positive74.8%
Neutral6.9%
Negative18.3%

Bugs and requests

HelloWay

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

LIHKG 討論區

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes when clicking 'Leave Name'
  • App crashes after iOS update
  • App opens Amazon ads unexpectedly
  • Cannot upload pictures
  • iMessage stickers not working
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  • App keeps crashing
  • Phone heats up when using the app
  • Background usage drains battery
  • App not opening on older iPhones
  • App opens App Store instead of the app
  • Cannot sign up
  • Cannot verify account without academic email
  • App not working with data abroad

Requested features

6 requests
  • Automatic night mode switching
  • Add VIP purchase option
  • Improve sub-forum experience
  • Option to delete posts or comments
  • Allow registration with non-academic emails
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  • Ad-free in-app purchase

In-app purchases

None

HelloWay

No in-app purchases

None

LIHKG 討論區

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HelloWay free?
HelloWay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LIHKG 討論區 free?
LIHKG 討論區 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HelloWay or LIHKG 討論區?
HelloWay is rated higher. HelloWay averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while LIHKG 討論區 averages 4.4 from 86 ratings.
Do HelloWay or LIHKG 討論區 have ads?
LIHKG 討論區 shows ads; HelloWay does not.
Which is updated more often, HelloWay or LIHKG 討論區?
HelloWay ships an update every 3 months, and LIHKG 討論區 monthly. Most recently, HelloWay was updated on June 3, 2026 and LIHKG 討論區 on September 19, 2026.

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