HeyMessenger vs Brown Bears
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HeyMessenger
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HeyMessenger is the revolutionary messaging App you've been waiting for! Simplicity is its winning factor thanks to a new technology that automatically determines how long the message is displayed, and its sleek design. Ephemeral: completely private as nothing is saved!
Brown Bears
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Ready for a kids' messenger you can finally trust? Introducing Brown Bears, the 100% safe, parent-controlled chat app that gives your child the fun of messaging and gives you complete peace of mind. Built from the ground up for safety, Brown Bears eliminates the risks of mainstream chat apps. No strangers. No ads. Just a secure space for your child to connect with family and friends. YOU ARE IN COMPLETE CONTROL Our parent-first design puts you in charge of everything, with no surprises and no unwanted contact requests. - Approve Every Contact Your child can only connect with people you explicitly invite and approve. No exceptions. - No Strangers, Ever With no searchable profiles or public friend requests, your child stays fully protected from the open internet. - COPPA Compliant & Secure We follow the highest standards for children's privacy. We never sell your data and we never show ads. SIMPLE FOR THEM, EASY FOR YOU The interface is intuitive and fun for kids, without the overwhelming features of adult messaging apps. Parents enjoy a quick, stress-free setup. Your child can be chatting securely in just minutes. - A FUN SPACE BUILT FOR KIDS Safety is the foundation, but fun keeps them engaged! Kids can enjoy: - Sending cute emojis and stickers - Sharing photos with approved family and friends - Staying connected with grandparents, cousins, and their favorite people GETTING STARTED IS EASY 1. Create your secure parent account. 2. Build your child's approved contact list. 3. Let your child start chatting safely! Download Brown Bears Messenger today and bring worry-free messaging to your family.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: HeyMessenger at none against Brown Bears's shown. HeyMessenger also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | HeyMessenger | Brown Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BigBalli Consulting llc | Kickback Space Inc. |
In-app purchases
HeyMessenger
No in-app purchases
Brown Bears
No in-app purchases









