Messages

Messages

Android Communication Messages - SMS Messenger
4.2 Popularity

Addictive messaging app with lightning-fast chat

System Requirements

Updated
September 18, 2025
Category
Age Rating
Everyone
Android
Android 5.1++
Package Name
com.textmessage.messenger

So here's my honest take on Messages. I've tried a bunch of different messaging apps and this one's pretty solid. The instant delivery is super convenient and I like the clean, simple interface. And doesn't have all the bells and whistles of some other apps, but that also means it's easy to use. My only real complaint is the ads, which can get in the way sometimes. But overall, it's a reliable, no-frills messaging app that gets the job done.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Messages arrive instantly, no waiting around
  • Tons of features like read receipts, typing indicators, etc.
  • Free to use, no need to pay for the basics
  • Clean, simple interface is easy to navigate
  • Works great on older phones too

Cons

  • Ads can be annoying if you don't pay for the ad-free version
  • Doesn't have as many advanced features as some other apps
  • Customization options are a little limited
  • Occasional bugs or crashes, not the most stable
GOOGLE PLAY SCORE
4.2 /5
based on 106,507 reviews
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Description

Been using Messages for a couple months now. It’s basically a super fast messaging app where you can chat with friends and family. Pretty solid if you’re always on your phone texting people.

Here’s what you can do: you can send texts, photos, videos, and even voice messages. And there’s also cool features like read receipts and typing indicators – it’s got all the modern messaging stuff. And the best part is, your messages get delivered instantly, no lag at all. Took me a while to figure out some of the settings but it’s pretty user-friendly overall.

Look, if you’re into chatting with your crew, you’ll probably like this app. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a little annoying if you don’t pay – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if you’re looking for a better texting experience.

User Reviews

Jack Skellington October 15, 2025

apple messages and pics are sometimes not recieved. No settings in app to fix it. Uninstalling

FL October 15, 2025

unable to add new recipients to existing text threads? old Samsung app much better. too many adds, don't like this at all! and now, i am not receiving any pics??...

Gloria Link October 15, 2025

messaging does not have many features my previous samsung had. no auto correct, no editting button for contacts, no emoji promps, just not a good qpp.

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