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AppBrain's verdict
PopularWell ratedTop 10- Total installs
- 3.5 million
- Best rank
- #8
- Top Free, United Kingdom
- Rating on Google Play
- 4.13
- 36,500 ratings
- Last updated
- June 12, 2026
Messages is popular, with 3.5 million installs. Users rate it well: 4.1 stars from 36,500 ratings. Its best ranking is #8 in Top Free, Communication in United Kingdom.
Summary
Messages is an SMS/MMS-focused texting app that delivers fast, secure communication with offline capabilities. It combines scheduling, group messaging, spam blocking, and a dark-mode UI to keep conversations organized and private. With strong multi-market presence and a massive install base, it attracts 1,000,000+ total downloads and 660K downloads in the last 30 days across Finland, Sweden, and Australia.
Pros & Cons
- SMS/MMS messaging works offline without internet connectivity.
- Message scheduling helps you automate texts for timely communication.
- Group messaging and pinning keep conversations organized and easily accessible.
- Privacy-focused design with a secure messaging experience and a dark-mode UI.
- Lacks traditional 'messenger' style chat, conversations, and cross-platform chat ecosystems as seen with some competitors.
- No explicit in-app backup/restore capabilities listed in features.
- Broader permission set and SMS-centric model may be less appealing to users seeking full-featured, internet-based chat experiences could be perceived as limited compared to multi-platform messengers.
Installs
Tracked by AppBrain- Last 30 days
- 660 thousand
- Per day
- 22 thousand
- 30-day average
- Play install range
- 1+ million
- Launched
- July 2023
Installs over time
Messages has been installed 3.5 million times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 22 thousand installs per day.
Rankings
Google Play top charts- Highest rank
- #8
- Chart
- Top Free
- Communication
- Country
- United Kingdom
Google Play Rankings for Messages
Top rankings
| Rank | Country | Category | List |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | United States | Communication | Top Free |
| 13 | Canada | Communication | Top Free |
| 8 | United Kingdom | Communication | Top Free |
| 167 | Canada | Overall | Top Free |
| 14 | Australia | Communication | Top Free |
| 14 | Finland | Communication | Top Free |
| 28 | France | Communication | Top Free |
| 14 | Norway | Communication | Top Free |
| 15 | Sweden | Communication | Top Free |
| 159 | United Kingdom | Overall | Top Free |
Ranking history in Canada
Competitors
Similar apps and more from Messages TextAlternatives to Messages
Releases
Updates seen on Google Play- Version
- 1.43
- Launched
- July 2023
User feedback
Ratings and reviews on Google PlayGoogle Play Rating history and histogram
Comments on Messages for Android
Technology
Found in the app by AppBrain- Ads
- Contains ads
- Price
- Free
- Libraries
- 0
- App size
- 16.9 MB
- Needs Android
- 7.0+
- Content rating
- Everyone
Technologies used by Messages
About the app and developer
About Messages
Messages is a communication app developed by Messages Text.
How many times has Messages been installed?
Messages has been installed 3.5 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 660 thousand times. It is ranked #8 in communication.
What is the rating of Messages?
Messages is rated 4.13 out of 5 stars, based on 37 thousand ratings.
Is Messages free?
Messages is free. The app size is 16.91 MB. The latest version available is 1.43. The last update was on June 12, 2026.
What are the requirements for Messages?
Messages requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since July 2023.
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Store listing
By Messages Text, from Google Play“SMS Messages is a fast, secure and simple text messaging app”
Description by Messages Text Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Messages allow you to send and receive text messages without needing an internet connection and with advanced features for a better messaging experience.
Stay connected with your loved ones using Messages, Whether you're sending SMS or MMS, Messages makes it easy to share texts, photos, stickers, and more.
Key Features:
✔ Send and Receive SMS: Send and receive text messages quickly and reliably.
✔ Schedule Messages: Schedule text messages to be sent later, making it easy to manage your communication.
✔ Swipe Action: Easily delete and archive with a swipe.
✔ Group Messaging: Stay connected by creating and managing group messages.
✔ Spam Blocking: Block unwanted senders to prevent spam and keep your inbox organized.
✔ Search for Messages: Easily search through your messages to find important information.
✔ Custom Notifications: Personalize your notifications and ringtones to suit your preferences.
✔ Dark Mode: Save battery and reduce eye strain by using the dark theme.
✔ Pin Chats: Pin important chats to the top for quick access.
✔ After-Call Menu: Send quick messages directly from the after-call screen.
Simple, Smart and Secure:
● User-friendly interface designed for effortless navigation.
● Supports multiple languages for global users.
● Privacy-focused: Your messages remain private and secure.
Stay connected in style and make messaging fun again with Messages - SMS Texting App. Download now and experience the ultimate in SMS and MMS messaging!