Messenger

Messenger

Android Communication Meta Platforms, Inc.
4.7 Popularity

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Updated
September 29, 2025
Category
Age Rating
Everyone
Package Name
com.facebook.orca

So here's my honest take on Messenger. I've tested a bunch of messaging apps and this one's pretty good. And the AI assistant is a cool addition and the HD photo sharing is clutch. But it's not without its issues - the constant ads can get old after a while. Still, if you're looking for a reliable way to stay in touch with friends and family, Messenger is a solid option.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of features like chat, calling, and AI assistant
  • Send photos in great quality
  • Free to use, don't have to pay for anything
  • Works well even on older phones

Cons

  • Ads can get annoying if you don't pay
  • Some of the advanced features take a while to figure out
  • Starts to feel repetitive after using it for a long time
GOOGLE PLAY SCORE
4.7 /5
based on 107,311,521 reviews
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Description

Been using Messenger for a couple months now. It’s basically a messaging app that lets you connect with friends and family. Pretty solid if you’re into that kind of thing.

Here’s what you do: you can chat and call anyone, even if you don’t have their phone number. There’s also an AI assistant that can answer questions, help with homework, and more. And you can send photos in high definition – the image quality is really nice.

Look, if you’re into communication apps, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the ads can get annoying sometimes – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out.

User Reviews

Kinsey Henry October 9, 2025

App has been very glitchy lately. Seems to have an update once a week but it still doesn't fix the issues. I tried to message someone. It took 3 tries...

Dala Brown October 9, 2025

EDIT: it seems that my phone updated this app during the night and that is when the problem began. Beginning today, recipients can no longer view photos that I send....

Spectacles Jo October 9, 2025

(1) Notifications never appear, even though I do have messages sent to me. (2) Can't search conversation properly, when I find the message I want to jump to, it leads...

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