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Head-to-head

Paltalk vs MeetMe

Paltalk 4.3★ · Free + IAP 30
Winner MeetMe
MeetMe 4.3★ · Free + IAP 55

MeetMe is generally a better option for meeting new people and streaming, despite its own issues with bugs and paywalls, while Paltalk is plagued by severe technical problems and safety concerns.

Full reviews: Paltalk · MeetMe

MeetMe offers a platform for streaming and meeting people, though users report frequent bugs, paywalls, and issues with verification. Paltalk, an older platform, struggles with constant freezing, crashing, and significant security and moderation problems.

Head to head

Features & Functionality edge: MeetMeR1R9R16R27
Paltalk Paltalk users report numerous missing or non-functional features, such as user icons, the ability to unreddot as an admin, and working mic-up buttons R1R16. Many features available on the PC version are not present or do not work well on mobile, like conversation history and multi-chatting R27. Users also desire an iPad-optimized version with landscape mode and dark mode R9.
MeetMe MeetMe users appreciate the app for streaming and meeting new people . However, recent updates have removed features like the discover tab and male/female filters for live streams . Some users also report issues with making calls within the app .
Ease of Use & Reliability tieR1R6R10R17
Paltalk Paltalk is consistently criticized for being buggy, freezing, crashing, and having audio issues R1R6. Users frequently experience problems logging in, sending messages, and interacting with profiles that jump around R10R17. Some updates have also caused saved rooms to disappear .
MeetMe MeetMe users report frequent bugs, including messages disappearing, the app acting 'crazy,' and getting kicked out of live streams R67. Many users cannot log in or verify their accounts, with the app often getting stuck on a white screen or 'loading' R63R77R78.
Safety & Moderation tieR7R12R40R52
Paltalk Paltalk has severe safety concerns, with users reporting it as a 'cesspool for hackers' that permits unwanted attacks on smart devices R7. There are also reports of extreme racial hate and exploitation of vulnerable individuals R7R12. Disturbingly, one user reported being groomed as a child and harassed for nude photos R40. The app also has issues with bots and perverts R52.
MeetMe MeetMe users report encountering scammers, catfishers, bots, and people advertising adult content . There are serious allegations of the app supporting criminals, banning users who report rule-breakers, and allowing threats of violence on live streams . Some users also report racist behavior .
Price & Value tieR3R13R44R50
Paltalk Paltalk users complain about unexpected charges R13. Memberships are considered expensive, and even paying users experience ads on mobile R3R44R50. Some features, like seeing who views your profile, are locked behind expensive 'extreme' memberships R3.
MeetMe MeetMe is heavily criticized for its extensive paywalls, with users feeling that 'almost everything is behind a paywall now' R61. Features like distance filters are now paid, and the app is seen as 'money hungry' .
Customer Support tieR1R49R51R55
Paltalk Paltalk's customer support is unresponsive; users report contacting tech support via JIRA with no response and not receiving replies to emails about credit discounts R1R51. Deleting an account requires a request, which users find unprofessional and invasive R49R55.
MeetMe MeetMe's customer service is described as poor . Users report being banned after reporting community guideline violations, with no action taken against the reported accounts . The account deletion process is also problematic, requiring access to an old email that users may no longer have R94.
Pick Paltalk if

you are a long-time Paltalk user who prefers the PC version and is willing to tolerate significant mobile app issues for established communities .

Pick MeetMe if

you are looking for a platform primarily for streaming and meeting new people, and are prepared to navigate frequent bugs, paywalls, and content moderation challenges R61.

Evidence note: Both apps have a high volume of negative recent reviews, often citing similar issues with bugs, updates, and moderation. Paltalk's reviews are less numerous but highlight more severe technical and safety concerns. MeetMe's larger user base means more varied feedback, but core complaints about functionality and monetization are consistent.

Frequently asked

Is Paltalk safe to use?
Paltalk has significant safety concerns, with users reporting it as a "cesspool for hackers" that permits unwanted attacks on smart devices and allows extreme racial hate and exploitation of vulnerable individuals R7. There are also reports of child grooming and harassment R40.
Why is MeetMe not working?
MeetMe users frequently report issues with the app not working, including messages disappearing, getting stuck on a white screen or 'loading,' and problems with logging in or verifying accounts after updates R63R67R77R78.
Can I delete my account on these apps?
Both apps make account deletion difficult; Paltalk requires a request, which users find unprofessional R49R55, and MeetMe requires access to the email used for signup, which can be problematic if it's an old, inaccessible email R94.
Are there many ads on Paltalk and MeetMe?
Both apps are criticized for excessive ads and paywalls; Paltalk users complain about too many ads even with paid memberships R3R15R50, while MeetMe users state that 'almost everything is behind a paywall now' and describe the app as 'money hungry' R61.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R1] Paltalk 1/5 · US Missing icon of user: Paltalk is old platform and lack of modern technical control. Problem happen very often, it’s alway freezing. And I am unable to see many user in the chat room because the icon of user at upper right corner has been removed. My room subscription is $500+ for 3 Mics, and we setup Auto Reddot, but now I can’t even unreddotted myself in the room even though I am an admin of the
  2. [R9] Paltalk 3/5 · US Please make an iPad version: Paltalk works good overall but it would be nice if there was a iPad version that would cover the whole screen and a dark mode Other than that its great. PS. You should take some tips from Camfrog they are pretty much exactly the same
  3. [R16] Paltalk 1/5 · US Poorly Managed: Far & away the most poorly managed app I've ever used. There's always something messing up or poorly thought out ( like the Jump To Present button you have to push to see text comments). The Select Video Layout Button doesn't work, constantly opens cameras and constantly changes the layout after you've picked a format. The mic up button don't work either, and freezes the app when y
  4. [R27] Paltalk 3/5 · US Nowhere Near as Good as the PC Version: I’ve always been happy with the PC version. For some reason on both iPhone and iPad, the conversation history just disappears. I cannot see my or the person’s chat history. Makes it hard to avoid repeating yourself. Makes it hard to remember what they said. Especially if you have a lot of contacts. Also, on the PC you can chat in a room and still chat with
  5. [R6] Paltalk 3/5 · US Latest version update is trash: The latest version has way too many bugs. It freezes, crashes, audio keeps reconnecting, among other things. Others are complaining about the same issues I am having. Fix it!
  6. [R10] Paltalk 1/5 · US Fix the room to stop profiles jumping around so when scrolling: Why can you not stop members in room from bouncing around while searching members? It gives me a headache. You cannot be fast enough to click on a profile. One second they are there and then the profile moves to another position on the mobile App!!
  7. [R17] Paltalk 5/5 · US Unable to login: I am trying to login but it keep saying too many OTP requests Update: I figured it out
  8. [R7] Paltalk 2/5 · US Paltalk is a Cesspool for Hackers: Most recently, Paltalk has become very unsafe, as it exploits and manipulates the vulnerable (i.e. mentally ill individuals) and, it rewards room owners that maintain high room numbers, by any corrupt means. Most worrisome, Paltalk has become a cesspool for hackers: and, it permits unwanted attacks on smart devices. And, Paltalk permits extreme racial hate agains
  9. [R12] Paltalk 3/5 · US Dishonesty: It as come to my sense that the app does section of Gender mostly for the BLACK which must be attend to without hesitation.
  10. [R40] Paltalk 1/5 · US Pedos: Got groomed on here when I was in 5th grade. joined video chat and tons of old men started messaging me & harassing me for nude photos.
  11. [R52] Paltalk 1/5 · US Gross: Full of bots and perverts
  12. [R3] Paltalk 3/5 · US Mostly fun but a few annoying things…: The app is similar to CamFrog some of the same features but a lot of differences, on CamFrog I like that you can see who’s viewing you on a regular account on PalTalk you have to pay for the extreme membership and it’s not cheap! I guess for someone who uses it all the time that’s fine but I’m more of a casual user but seeing “someone else is viewing you” is
  13. [R13] Paltalk 1/5 · US Watch your account: This app randomly charged me $10.77 although I signed up for nothing. They are a scam I’m warning you before you proceed
  14. [R44] Paltalk 5/5 · US App problems: Not sure what has happened. Ever since I got a new device paltalk isn’t opening up. Even if I have a good connection. I did everything possible. Also I think there memberships are a too expensive. I’ve been a Paltalk member before they even had an app.
  15. [R50] Paltalk 5/5 · US Why the afs: What’s up with the ads on pal mobile I pay for a green nick for the past 11 years and now I have to deal with ads on mobile this is a joke I might just boycot the program and have all my friends boycot too
  16. [R49] Paltalk 1/5 · US Deleting my account should not be a request: If I wish to delete my account it is quite unprofessional and absolutely unacceptable that it requires a request to delete my account
  17. [R51] Paltalk 3/5 · GB It’s good but: The app is ok works well has its moment but what pisses me off when you have discounts buying credits for gifts etc you never get them and if you email Paltalk no one responds if they did I’d more than likely rate this 5 stars but for now it’s only getting a 3 from me
  18. [R55] Paltalk 1/5 · US impossible to delete account: Didn’t need anything but an email to sign up for this app - but to delete your account they want your ID. Unreal. Super shady and doesn’t seem legit. Know I know they will keep my Accor forever and steal my data for life, how cool of you all. Use ANY other app that doesn’t want to invade your personal data in order for you to exit it.
  19. [R63] MeetMe 3/5 · US Whack verification system: Wouldn’t let me successfully verify my account . EVERY time said error when I’m clearly the girl that’s in my profile. Very stupid pedo like app lol don’t waste your time. Update- I appreciate the developer taking the time to reach out to me. While I’m not downloading this app again right now, I will reconsider. I’ve never had this much trouble verifying my identity.
  20. [R67] MeetMe 1/5 · US App act crazy: When I send a message it’s will just disappear but after sometime with repeated messages it’s will appear as send. It’s frustrating please fixed this bug
  21. [R77] MeetMe 4/5 · US Verify: I’m having an issue getting it to let me verify my face. I can be in the best lit room there is and it still says it’s not verifying me. What do I do???? I purchased premium so I’m not goin to let that go to waste but I can’t verify my account what’s going on?
  22. [R78] MeetMe 3/5 · GB Can’t log in: I can’t log in my application it’s asking my email id to provide. I had done it but still I am not geeting any email It’s too terrible to log in
  23. [R94] MeetMe 1/5 · US Sketchy af: It won’t let you delete your account unless you can access your email. I signed in wanted to delete an old account and said it sent me an email to verify. Heifer I haven’t had that email in 10 years
  24. [R15] Paltalk 3/5 · US Too many Adds!!!: Please stop those adds!!!
  25. [R61] MeetMe 1/5 · US Trash: Can’t click one thing without them trying to make you buy something. It’s hilarious and it’s not even a dating app anymore. It’s a wanna be twitch. Just much much much lower quality. Just get Taimi. Get anything honestly this is the bottom of the barrel

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store