Comparison

Skylar vs Hookr

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

Head to head
About

Skylar

This secure, standard-based mobile VoIP softphone offers high-quality calls over various networks. It features advanced call management, multi-account support, and intelligent network sensing for a smooth user experience.

Highlights
  • Advanced security settings
  • Intelligent network quality sensing
  • HD Wideband audio
  • Multi-tasking support
  • Multiple SIP account support
  • Call history and management
  • XMPP Messaging support
Features
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Skylar is a highly secured, standard-based mobile VoIP softphone that works over 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi networks. Skylar incorporates advanced security settings, which allow for secure calls. Skylar provides superb sound quality and smooth VoIP experience using it’s intelligent network quality sensing capability including Adaptive Jitter Buffer, Packet Lost Concealment, Noise Suppression, Automatic Resampling and Gain Control. Satellite network friendly special audio codec algorithm ensures smooth call experience through low bandwidth channels. Graphical live call statistics including network details helps to provide the best and quick customer support. Skylar is very flexible for branding, customization and licensing for service providers and enterprises. Please contact to sales@brotecs.com. IMPORTANT: Skylar softphone is a standalone SIP based VoIP client application and is not bundled with VoIP service. A SIP server or subscription with a SIP-based VoIP provider is required to make and receive VoIP calls. Key Features: * Multi-tasking support for background operation, such as receive incoming calls while using other applications. * SIP account specific DTMF configurable option: ability to enter numbers and use an auto attendant via RFC 2833 and Inband * Auto NAT type detection and NAT Traversal using STUN, TURN and ICE. * Using the device’s existing contact list, Skylar facilitates easy and effective communication management with an intuitive interface. * Automatically discover the server by using DNS SRV. * VPN Support * Advanced network quality detection for VoIP calls and live graphical statistics for individual call line. * Multiple account support for up to 50 accounts on any SIP-compliant server * Call history with a list of received, missed and dialed calls. * Speakerphone, mute and hold functions. * Dial Plan support for individual SIP account. * Multiple call support – swap between two active calls, merge and split calls, transfer calls (attended and unattended) * HD Wideband audio through G.722 codec. * Enhanced/Optimized OPUS codec support for low bandwidth network. * Audio codecs include G.722 (HD), G.729, G.711A/U (PCMA/PCMU), GSM and OPUS * Automatic codec selection to ensure optimal call quality * XMPP Support for Messaging For Support: skylar.support@brotecs.com

About

Hookr

Features
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Hookr – Real-Time Webhook Notifications for Everyone Hookr helps low-code and no-code users stay on top of important events. Create webhooks in seconds, receive push notifications instantly, and forward requests to your own services — all without writing a single line of code. Key Features: • Manage Webhooks: View, enable, or disable webhooks in one place. • Copy & Use: Instantly copy your generated webhook URL to start receiving events. • Private Mode: Your webhook payloads aren’t stored on our servers. • Forwarding: Send requests safely to your own URL, preserving headers and payload. • Events & Details: Track notifications and inspect headers, query, and payload data. • Settings Control: Turn notifications on/off, configure silent hours, and active days. Hookr is perfect for automating notifications from forms, payments, or custom workflows. Stay informed without effort and never miss important events again. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Use: https://hookr.app/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Skylar4 screens
Hookr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Hookr at every 3 days against Skylar's every 4 months. On price, ads, 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. Skylar sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Hookr sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Skylar ships an update every 4 months, Hookr every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Skylar versus Hookr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkylarHookr
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB53 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBroTecs Technologies, LLC.Ihor Mostovenko

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Skylar

One-time2
  • G.729 Codec$2.99
  • Full Version$4.99
1 purchases

Hookr

Subscriptions1
  • Pro$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Skylar free?
Skylar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hookr free?
Hookr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Skylar or Hookr have ads?
Neither Skylar nor Hookr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Skylar or Hookr?
Skylar ships an update every 4 months, and Hookr every 3 days. Most recently, Skylar was updated on September 30, 2026 and Hookr on October 7, 2026.

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