Q vs CelesChat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Q
This app offers free, ad-free messaging and file transfer with AI enhancements for smarter conversations. It supports private and group chats, quick sign-in, and is open-source for customization.
- Free messaging
- Ad-free experience
- AI enhancements
- File transfer
- Private and group chat
- Open Source
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Q-municate is a cross-platform communication app with free messaging, file transfer and AI integration that enhances your conversation experience. Use instant messaging enhanced with cutting-edge AI capabilities to keep in touch with your friends, family, customers or business partners. Features: ◆ Free and No Ads messaging experience; ◆ Private and group chat options for secure and versatile communication; ◆ Quick and convenient Sign-in/Sign-up using your phone number; ◆ Instant messaging with intelligent statuses for effective communication; ◆ Effortless file transfer functionality; ◆ AI enhancement for answer assistance, message translation and rephrasing; ◆ Open Source app to tailor it to your specific needs, fostering innovation and control. _______________________________________ Elevate your online communication experience with Q-municate, available now on Apple Store. Our Terms of Service https://quickblox.com/qm-end-user-license-agreement/ We are going to add many more cool features and would be thrilled to hear your ideas or feedback! Feel free to email us at: enterprise@quickblox.com
CelesChat
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AI messaging that helps groups make decisions and get things done. Chat naturally Send messages, photos, videos, voice notes, and files in private chats, groups, and channels. Ask @Celes anything Get instant answers, search the web, settle debates, or ask questions without leaving the conversation. Get more done together Create to-dos, polls, reminders, and expense splits directly from your chats. AI that keeps everyone on the same page Celes AI understands your conversations and automatically tracks decisions, action items, and important updates. No more scrolling through hundreds of messages. Catch up in seconds Missed the conversation? Get a quick AI summary with key updates, decisions, and next steps. Private by design No ads. Your chats never train AI. Enterprise-grade encryption. Your data stays yours. Whether you're planning a trip, organizing an event, or managing a project, CelesChat helps your group stay organized and move forward together. Your conversations deserve more than endless scrolling.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: CelesChat at every 8 days against Q's every 2 months. Q's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Q ships an update every 2 months, CelesChat every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Q | CelesChat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 116 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Injoit LTD | Celes Labs |
In-app purchases
Q
No in-app purchases
CelesChat
No in-app purchases
