Google Messages

messages.android_20260820_02_RC05.phone_dynamic

Google LLC

4.33

46,424,603 reviews

10,000,000,000+
Downloads

Free

Simple, helpful messaging by Google

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Pros & Cons

Strong regional presence in the US, JP, and KR indicating broad appeal
Rich RCS based messaging enables high quality media and dynamic chats
Cross-device syncing plus Wear OS support for multi-device use
AI driven features like Magic Compose enhance messaging efficiency

Competitors may emphasize traditional SMS MMS experiences (sms and mms) that are not the main focus here
Backup and quick send features often highlighted by rivals are not emphasized in this listing
Some users may prefer more customizable themes or interface options not highlighted in this description

About Google Messages

Google Messages is a communication app developed by Google LLC.

How many times has Google Messages been downloaded?

Google Messages has been downloaded 12 billion times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 170 million times. It is ranked in the top 100 communication apps.

What is the rating of Google Messages?

Google Messages is rated 4.33 out of 5 stars, based on 46 million ratings.

Is Google Messages free?

Google Messages is free to download. The APK download size is 121.63 MB. The latest version available is messages.android_20260820_02_RC05.phone_dynamic. The last update was on September 3, 2026.

What are the requirements for Google Messages?

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play November 2014.

Description

Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging.

More data about Google Messages

Price	Free to download
Total downloads	12 billion
Recent downloads	170 million
Rating	4.33 based on 46 million ratings
Ranking	Top ranked
Version	messages.android_20260820_02_RC05.phone_dynamic
APK size	121.6 MB
Number of libraries	37
Suitable for	Everyone
Ads	NO ads

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Google Rcs Users Powered High Photos Videos Dynamic Seamlessly Including Iphone Personal End Ai Wear Os Availability Varies Required Messages Messaging App Connect Enjoy Chats Friends Features Rich Communication Share Group Chat

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Sms Text Message Experience Send Conversations Mms Secure Stay Privacy Fast Feature Messenger Family Texting Free Contacts Connected Quick Sending Themes Receive Emojis Time Call Private Important Easily Spam Backup Smart Restore Easy Designed Stickers Block User

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Google Messages has been downloaded 12 billion times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 5.6 million downloads per day.

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Comments on Google Messages for Android

★★★★★ Edgar Elias Chavez · Aug 21, 2026

I rate Google Play over the 1 through 10 system Overton now to my new cricket phone that I purchased after purchasing it from the free government phones it's totally awesome, and it works even better Bluetooth wise and adaptation to maps and other Google applications thank you cricket

★★★★☆ Tyler Evans · Aug 31, 2026

Good App, however the RCS is not working sometimes. It says connecting, but I have cleared the Cache, force stopped. Rebooted, turned off the RCS and waited a while and then turned back on. Still no success. Other than that, it's pretty good.

★★★★★ Vincent Santiago Jr. · Aug 31, 2026

I have a government phone now, and I had this phone for quite a few months when I received it the speaker doesn't work unless I have speakerphone on. Anyway the chat messages worked then more than a week ago it stopped working it says (Not Supported) I have followed every instruction and still it does not work, and they won't fix it. They want me to buy a new phone. thank you, United States Government for your Support. & No, thanks to Air talk Wireless!

★☆☆☆☆ Jason Stockton · Aug 31, 2026

Random messages just pop up saying I sent. Just watching videos, and it sends text to people when im not even texting. Worst talk to text ever

★☆☆☆☆ Petal444 Flower · Aug 31, 2026

Suddenly some of my contacts cannot receive or send a text to me because message blocking is active? What the heck is that? I didn't block anybody, and I have not been blocked nor have I changed any settings, and I don't know how to get them back

★☆☆☆☆ RubyAnn Gaglio · Sep 4, 2026

RCS is not working. Tried multiple troubleshooting options. Tried calling Verizon Tech Support. Tried uninstalling updates, tried reinstalling updates. Nothing seems to work. RCS is working for others In the message groups and other lines on the same account. Could it be a phone issue. It has worked for a long time, and just stopped this week. Frustrating. Please fix and I'll update my rating.

Google Play Rankings for Google Messages

Top rankings

Rank	Country	Category	List
20	United States	Communication	Top Free
25	Japan	Communication	Top Free
45	Canada	Communication	Top Free
45	France	Communication	Top Free
39	Mexico	Communication	Top Free
81	Germany	Communication	Top Free
42	South Korea	Communication	Top Free
52	Australia	Communication	Top Free
57	United Kingdom	Communication	Top Free
59	Norway	Communication	Top Free

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