Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger App Review

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Updated 05-18-2023

Version 4.0.12.22578
Google Play Downloads 39,444,275
Developer VoxerPro LLC
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Overview

Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger is an innovative communication app for Android that lets users send instant voice messages, text messages, photos, and location-sharing with friends and family. This app combines the best of both worlds, adding the speed and convenience of walkie-talkie technology with the convenience of phone messaging. This review will explore the features, pros, cons of Voxer and make a recommendation of whether or not to use it.

Features

Instant Voice Messaging

One of Voxer's standout features is its ability to send live, recorded or saved voice messages instantly. Say goodbye to texting or typing, as Voxer’s real-time voice messaging allows you to send quick responses on the go. Speaking naturally to one another is a breeze with Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger.

Text Messaging

Voxer also caters to text lovers by offering a built-in text chat feature. Send text messages to your friends with either pre-typed templates or custom messages. No need to switch between different apps to send voice or text messages when everything is in one place.

Photos and Location Sharing

Voxer’s photo-sharing feature enables users to share pictures with their friends instantly, directly from their device’s camera roll or a real-time snapshot. Similarly, Voxer’s live locations sharing lets users share their current whereabouts with friends and family seamlessly.

Pros

User-Friendly Interface

Voxer has a slick, intuitive interface that you can quickly learn how to use. Even if you’re not tech-savvy, you won’t face any issues navigating this app. It’s easy to invite contacts, start conversations using different channels and customize settings.

Customizable Features

Voxer offers its users many customizable features to make their user experience as good as possible. Set a custom notification sound, enable/disable message previews or customize the microphone preferences to your liking.

Cross-Platform Access

Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger also offers cross-platform access, allowing interaction with contacts on iOS, Android, and the web. This feature is perfect for anyone who needs to do more than just text or voice with friends who may not have an Android device.

Cons

Ad-Supported Version

Voxer is a freemium app, which means that it produces revenue through ads. Although the ads are not intrusive, they can still become annoying – especially if you’re getting paid for an ad-free experience in a different app.

Can Drain Battery Life

Voxer sends notifications even when closed. It can be an advantage, but it can also lead to a battery drain if you're not careful. Moreover, if you're in an area with poor network coverage, the app may need to work overtime to transmit messages, leading to further battery consumption.

Comparison to Similar Apps

Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger offers unique one-off features compared to many other messaging apps available today. While the voice messaging feature is similar to WhatsApp’s voice messaging, Voxer prides itself on its integrated live walkie-talkie technology. Another point is that its text chatting system is far simpler and more user-friendly than that of Facebook Messenger. Besides, Voxer’s photo-sharing capabilities are much better than Snapchat's, adding convenience and simplicity to normal photo messaging. As for cross-platform access, Voxer rivals Viber and WhatsApp.

Tips for Using the App

  • Ensure your friends also have Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger installed.
  • Make sure to adjust notification settings to avoid battery drain issues.
  • Connect to a robust network preferably Wi-Fi or 4G/LTE.
  • Use live voice messaging during emergency situations, giving you much-needed quick and easy communication.

Conclusion

Voxer Walkie Talkie Messenger is an excellent communication app that adds more than voice technology to the messaging world. The app’s impressive voice messaging, text messaging, photo sharing, and location features to make it very user friendly. Aside from this, the app is customizable to suit different individual preferences while allowing cross-platform access. However, the app’s ad-supported version can lead to unneeded distractions during chat windows, while consistent use may lead to battery drainage. Overall, while the app has its drawbacks, we undoubtedly recommend Voxer for anyone looking for a different approach to communication.