# myViaPath vs Getting out Messaging

The clearest difference is rating: Getting out Messaging at 4.2 against myViaPath's 2.0. Getting out Messaging also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). myViaPath's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 223). On price, review sentiment, monetization model and chart position 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. myViaPath asks for nothing beyond the download.

Getting out Messaging holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myViaPath has 2.3K ratings behind it against 223, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 5% of myViaPath's written reviews are positive against 0% of Getting out Messaging's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

myViaPath ships an update every 3 months, Getting out Messaging monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | myViaPath | Getting out Messaging |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myviapath/id907226423/reviews) | **[4.2 (223 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/getting-out-messaging/id6782858625/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.3K** | 223 |
| Positive reviews | **5.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#43** | #62 |
| Size | 32 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Telmate, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/907226426) | [JTCounty OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6782858627) |

## What reviewers say

### myViaPath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myviapath/id907226423)

**Currently charting:** #43 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

Stay connected with incarcerated loved ones through easy communication. Send messages, photos, and videos, and manage contacts directly from your mobile device. This app facilitates reliable connections, helping to maintain relationships.

**Highlights:** Send and receive messages, Send photos and videos, Make deposits, Manage contacts, Stay connected on the go

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🙌 Ability to communicate with loved ones
- 🙂 Convenient messaging feature
- 👀 Video call option

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and glitches
- 💰 Expensive messaging and call costs
- 🤯 Unreliable and inconsistent performance
- 🔍 Difficulty depositing funds and managing accounts
- 🤖 Poor customer service and lack of support

**Reported bugs**

- Messages disappearing or not sending properly
- Inability to log in or access accounts
- Incorrect time stamps and sync issues
- Repeated prompts for app updates

**Requested features**

- Notification system for new messages
- Ability to save message drafts
- Improved photo and video sharing capabilities
- Easier account management and fund transfers


### Getting out Messaging

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

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Free · 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 |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is myViaPath free?

myViaPath is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Getting out Messaging free?

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

### Which has better reviews, myViaPath or Getting out Messaging?

Getting out Messaging is rated higher. myViaPath averages 2.0 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while Getting out Messaging averages 4.2 from 223 ratings.

### Do myViaPath or Getting out Messaging have ads?

myViaPath shows ads; Getting out Messaging does not.

### Which is updated more often, myViaPath or Getting out Messaging?

myViaPath ships an update every 3 months, and Getting out Messaging monthly. Most recently, myViaPath was updated on October 26, 2026 and Getting out Messaging on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, myViaPath or Getting out Messaging?

myViaPath currently peaks at #43 in the App Store charts, and Getting out Messaging at #62. 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.*