The native instant messaging service built into Apple iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices.
| Pricing from | Free |
| Best for | Apple ecosystem users |
| Website | www.apple.com/uk/ios/messages |
Apple Messages pricing
Has a free plan. Pricing as Lister records it: Free
Prices change: check Apple Messages's own pricing page before you buy.
Strengths and trade-offs
- Pre-installed on all Apple devices
- Rich media sharing and fun effect animations
- Restricted strictly to Apple hardware ecosystems
- Lacks official cross-platform Android support
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Alternatives to Apple Messages
 WhatsAppSimple, reliable, secure messaging | #1 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps | 95.0 |
 TelegramA new era of messaging | #2 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps | 92.7 |
 SignalSpeak freely | #3 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps | 90.3 |
 SlackWhere work happens | #4 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps | 88.0 |
 Microsoft TeamsChat, meet, call, and collaborate | #5 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps | 85.7 |
 DiscordYour place to talk and hang out | #6 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps | 83.3 |
Questions about Apple Messages
How much does Apple Messages cost?
Apple Messages's pricing, as Lister records it: Free.
Is Apple Messages free?
Yes. Its pricing reads: Free.
Who is Apple Messages best for?
Apple Messages is best for apple ecosystem users.
Where does Apple Messages rank?
Apple Messages is ranked #7 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps (Lister Score 81.0).
What are the best alternatives to Apple Messages?
The closest alternatives on Lister are WhatsApp (#1 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps), Telegram (#2 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps) and Signal (#3 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps).
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#7 in Top 10 Chat & Messaging Apps
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