Marco Polo - Video Messenger

Name: Marco Polo - Video Messenger
Rating: 4.609806 (313264 reviews)
Author: Joya Communications

By: Joya Communications App

Video chat that brings you closer without asking you to compromise on trust.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

28,844,748 ▲ 4.43K

Data as of 2026-09-09

Rating:

4.61 +101

(313,264)

Version:

0.591.0

Last updated: 2026-09-05

Communication (Gross)

Features & Capabilities

Marco Polo is a private, ad-free video messenger that lets you communicate face-to-face without the pressure of social media. Send a video, get one back—one-on-one or in groups—on your own schedule. Enjoy unlimited chats and groups, emoji reactions, fun special effects, and Sharecast: broadcast a single video to your circle while keeping replies and reactions private to you.

Built around trust and well-being, Marco Polo avoids likes, endless feeds, and data-selling. Marco Polo Plus adds premium features like 1.5–3x speed control, background listening, custom and animated emojis, and Plus Passes to share free months with friends. A Plus Family plan covers up to six memberships. The app is designed to be simple, secure, and research-focused—prioritizing privacy, responsible monetization, and meaningful connection.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Communication Social Media Privacy & Security

By:

Joya Communications

Downloads:

28,844,748 4.43K

Rating:

4.61

(313,264) 101 new ratings

Version:

0.591.0 Last updated: 2026-09-05

Version code:

2001071

Creation date:

2014-07-10

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS Very high risk
android.permission.READ_CONTACTS Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.READ_PROFILE High risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk
android.permission.REORDER_TASKS Low risk

Size:

144.84MB

Email:

he*****@marcopolo.me

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-09

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 5,375 ▼ 6

Other rankings

#10 in Communication (Gross) #16 in messenger keyword 16 ▼ 1

Other platforms

Marco Polo - Video Messenger (v0.1591.0)

4.80

(2,159,213)

For Developers

Monetize with App Pass Boost with Extension Booster

Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Joya Communications

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.happybits.marcopolo

Email:

he*****@marcopolo.me

Website:

http://www.marcopolo.me

User Reviews

Users praise Marco Polo for its expressive, replayable asynchronous video messaging and its ease of use for staying in touch with family across distances, with a privacy-conscious approach. However, recurring concerns center on pricing (rising costs and paywalling), reliability issues (glitches/crashes), and notification problems (delayed or missed messages).

Pros

Asynchronous video messaging with facial cues and tone, plus the ability to replay messages for better understanding.
Easy to use and personal to communicate with loved ones without the pressure of immediate replies.
Great for staying connected with family and friends across distances, and works across Android and iOS.
Privacy-oriented design that feels healthier than many social apps.

Cons

Pricing and paid model are major drawbacks: rising prices, upsell prompts, and features gated behind the paywall.

Recent reviews

Why is the audio always choppy?

*****, 2026-09-04

I've been using Marco Polo for years and I absolutely love it. Purchased the annual once and did enjoy the features of listening at a faster pace, and being able to forward videos, but couldn't justify the cost the following year. This app allows me to connect with my dearest friends whether they're in the same town or thousands of miles away. 10/10! 🙌❤️