# Gay Chat - Catscha

> The NEW Gay Chat App

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1460483292](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1460483292)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1460483292`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Marlin Brandin
- **Category:** Social Networking
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (1,379 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.10.23
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-14
- **First published:** 2019-04-22
- **Size:** 66 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gay-chat-catscha/id1460483292)
- **Website:** [https://mbrandin.com/ca](https://mbrandin.com/ca)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://mbrandin.com/](http://mbrandin.com/)

## Description

Gay Chat - Catscha is a free dating app designed for gay, bi, trans, and queer people to connect. Whether you’re after a date, a relationship, or a casual chat, Catscha makes it easy to meet nearby men with a simple swipe. 

Key features include free matching and messaging, profile verification, disappearing snaps, and advanced filters. Premium unlocks Private Mode, Who Liked Me, Power Messages, after-match gallery, location changes, hide age and distance, and more. Built-in privacy and security help keep conversations safe, while 24/7 admin support is available for help and guidance.

## Rankings

- #49,421 — Overall
- #38 — gay

## Review summary

User feedback is mixed: a minority report nice people and basic profile features, but the app is plagued by crashes, broken messaging after payment, and widespread fake profiles. Recurrent issues include being charged more than advertised, premium features not working, and a clunky, unresponsive UI. Safety concerns and scams are noted, with advice to avoid the app or seek refunds. Overall, technical and payment problems overshadow potential benefits, making reliable interaction unlikely for most users.

### Pros

- Some users report encountering very nice people and positive interactions when it works.
- It provides a basic profile setup with options to add photos.
- A few reviewers express appreciation for the app and claim it helps them find matches, such as charming men.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and instability, including crashes on opening and chats failing to load.
- Messaging does not work after liking or subscribing; premium features fail to function.
- Many fake or unverified profiles and suspicious activity.
- Pricing and billing issues, including higher charges than advertised and refunds concerns.
- Poor UI/UX and broken features, such as unresponsive settings and broken profile setup.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1460483292)