BwMessenger

Name: BwMessenger
Rating: 4.2 (1240 reviews)
Author: BWI GmbH

By: BWI GmbH

The secure, unified messenger for the Bundeswehr!

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Features & Capabilities

BwMessenger is a secure, unified messaging app specifically designed for the Bundeswehr. Based on the open-source Matrix protocol, it provides end-to-end encryption for text messages, audio, video, and document sharing, ensuring maximum security for professional communication.

The app offers a familiar and intuitive interface similar to commercial messaging apps, supporting 1:1 chats and group discussions called ROOMS. Features such as quoting messages, liking content, applause reactions, surveys, polls, and attachment sharing enhance collaboration and convenience. Users can securely store their communication data on both business and private devices without sharing sensitive contact information thanks to an integrated user directory search. Ongoing development promises additional features to meet the needs of Bundeswehr personnel.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

2.28.2 Last updated: 2026-03-31

Version code:

2026033019

Creation date:

2024-01-03

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Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk

Size:

102.87MB

Email:

bw*****@bwi.de

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-15

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 211,538 ▲ 1,995

Other platforms

BwMessenger (v2.28.1)

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Developed by:

BWI GmbH

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.bwi.bwmessenger

Email:

bw*****@bwi.de

Website:

https://messenger.bwi.de

User Reviews

Users generally like the app and praise the launch and basic functionality, but multiple reviews report crashes/failure to open and criticize several UX issues (DMs vs rooms, message alignment, search, emoji access). Reviewers also note missing expected features (display name editing, permission controls, messaging unregistered users) and mismatches between store screenshots and in‑app features.

Pros

App largely works for many users; generally positive first impressions and a solid launch.
Basic messaging functionality is present and usable.
Users appreciate the developers’ effort and progress so far.

Cons

Crashes or fails to open for some users, making the app unusable until reinstallation.
Non‑intuitive UI/UX: direct messages handled like "rooms", own messages positioned unexpectedly, confusing person search and emoji access.
Missing expected features: change display name, manage app permissions, sending to unregistered users; app store screenshots suggest features (e.g. encryption indicator) that aren't present.