Google Messages
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AppBrain's verdict
EstablishedHugely popularLoved by users- Rating on Google Play
- 4.59
- 51,031,775 ratings
- Installs
- 12 billion
- Last updated
- October 29, 2026
- Ads
- No ads
- Size
- 112.5 MB
Google Messages is one of the most installed apps on Google Play, with 12 billion installs. Users love it: 4.6 stars from 51,031,775 ratings. Its best ranking is #24 in Top Free, Communication in United States.
Pros & Cons
- Official Google app with native RCS support
- End-to-end encryption for personal chats and strong spam protection
- AI-powered messaging with Magic Compose
- Seamless cross-device conversations, including Wear OS
- Limited emphasis on traditional SMS/MMS experiences
- Backup/restore features may not be as prominent as some competitors
- Customization options like themes and emojis may be less emphasized
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayComments on Google Messages for Android
Google Play Rating history and histogram
Store listing
By Google LLC, from Google Play“Simple, helpful messaging by Google”
Description by Google LLC Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
• Rich Communication: Share high-quality photos and videos, see when friends are typing, and enjoy dynamic group chats that now seamlessly include your iPhone friends.
• Personal Touch: Make conversations uniquely yours with features like custom chat bubble colors or fun selfie gifs.
• Privacy Matters: Rest easy knowing your personal chats are protected with end-to-end encryption between Google Messages users, so no one (including Google and third parties) can read or view your messages and attachments except the person you’re messaging. Plus, enjoy advanced spam protection.
• AI-Powered Messaging: Craft the perfect message with Magic Compose suggestions and our latest AI features.
• Seamless Across Devices: Start a chat on your phone and continue it effortlessly on your tablet or computer. The app is also available on Wear OS.
Google Messages is more than just messaging; it's a richer, safer, and more expressive way to connect.
App is also available on Wear OS. Availability of RCS varies by region and carrier and a data plan may be required. Availability of features varies by market and device and sign up for beta testing may be required.
Recent changes:
• Bug fixes and stability improvements.
Safety and technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- No ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 37
- App size
- 112.5 MB
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Google Messages
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- messages.android_20261022_03_RC00.phone_dynamic
- Launched
- November 2014
Alternatives
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Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 170 million
- Per day
- 5.7 million
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 10+ billion
- Launched
- November 2014
Installs over time
Google Messages has been installed 12 billion times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 5.7 million installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #24
- Chart
- Top Free
- Communication
- Country
- United States
Google Play Rankings for Google Messages
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | United States | Communication | Top Free |
| 35 | Japan | Communication | Top Free |
| 47 | Canada | Communication | Top Free |
| 26 | South Korea | Communication | Top Free |
| 66 | France | Communication | Top Free |
| 42 | Mexico | Communication | Top Free |
| 98 | Germany | Communication | Top Free |
| 55 | Australia | Communication | Top Free |
| 58 | Slovakia | Communication | Top Free |
| 62 | Czech Republic | Communication | Top Free |
Ranking history in United States
About the app and developer
About Google Messages
Google Messages is a communication app developed by Google LLC.
How many times has Google Messages been installed?
Google Messages has been installed 12 billion times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 170 million times. It is ranked in the top 100 communication apps.
What is the rating of Google Messages?
Google Messages is rated 4.59 out of 5 stars, based on 51 million ratings.
Is Google Messages free?
Google Messages is free. The app size is 112.46 MB. The latest version available is messages.android_20261022_03_RC00.phone_dynamic. The last update was on October 29, 2026.
What are the requirements for Google Messages?
The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since November 2014.
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