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JusTalk vs Marco Polo

Detailed comparison between JusTalk and Marco Polo. Find out which application is better suited for your social needs.

JusTalk: App Details

JusTalk brings voice and video calls, group messaging, shared drawings and in-call games together for friends and families.

Platforms
Android, iOS
Pricing details
Free download with ads and optional Premium or family purchases. Internet data charges may apply; check local prices and the features included in each plan.

Pros

  • Voice, video and group messaging in one app
  • Shared drawing and games during calls
  • Communication with contacts using JusTalk Kids

Cons

  • Some recording, group and family benefits depend on the plan
  • Video calls use internet data and depend on connection quality
  • Location sharing and recordings need careful handling

Safety Features

  • Publisher-stated end-to-end encryption for calls and messages
  • Contact blocking controls
  • Device permissions and location-sharing settings

Marco Polo: App Details

A video walkie-talkie app that lets you send face-to-face video messages that friends can watch and reply to whenever they have time.

Platforms
Android, iOS
Pricing details
Marco Polo - Video Messenger offers a usable free tier and optional paid subscriptions or one-time purchases. Prices, limits, included features, trials, and renewal terms vary by market and platform; confirm the official checkout before paying.

Pros

  • Completely eliminates the stress of scheduling live video calls across time zones
  • Maintains the intimate, face-to-face connection that text messaging lacks
  • Does not sell user data for targeted advertising
  • Excellent for group video chats that don't need to happen live

Cons

  • The premium subscription (Plus) is quite expensive for basic quality-of-life features like 2x speed
  • Video files can take up a lot of storage and consume heavy mobile data
  • Not ideal for urgent or immediate communication

Safety Features

  • Private by default
  • No public profiles
  • Block feature
Feature
JusTalk
Marco Polo
Core Features
End-to-End Encryption
Group Chats
Location-Based
Messaging
Stickers & GIFs
In-App Video Chat
Voice Chat
Voice Messages
Platforms
Android
iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Details
Pricing
Freemium
Freemium
Minimum Service Age
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13+
Rating
4.6/5
4.6/5

Which one is better?

Choose JusTalk if...

  • Voice, video and group messaging in one app
  • Shared drawing and games during calls
  • Communication with contacts using JusTalk Kids
Read JusTalk review

Choose Marco Polo if...

  • Completely eliminates the stress of scheduling live video calls across time zones
  • Maintains the intimate, face-to-face connection that text messaging lacks
  • Does not sell user data for targeted advertising
  • Excellent for group video chats that don't need to happen live
Read Marco Polo review