What is Chatspin?

Chatspin is a random video chat. Its Google Play listing says it launched in 2015, lets you video chat with random people worldwide or nearby, and can be used anonymously because there are no profiles. Free features include face filters and swiping to start a new chat. A paid Chatspin Plus tier adds location filters and HD video, among other extras.

What is OmeTV?

OmeTV (ome.tv) connects you with random people worldwide on its website and in its mobile apps. Its site says you can choose your country and that video chat is free with no time limits. It also has a social network where you can browse photos and gain followers. Its Google Play listing mentions text chat if your camera isn’t working, no registration, moderators available 24/7 and no ads.

Key differences

  • Extras: Chatspin offers face filters; OmeTV adds a social network with photos and followers.
  • Location: on OmeTV you can choose your country; on Chatspin location filters are part of Chatspin Plus.
  • Profiles: Chatspin says it has no profiles; OmeTV’s social network is profile-based.
  • Access: both have Android apps; OmeTV also runs on its website.

Which one fits you?

Pick Chatspin if you want a simple, anonymous swipe-to-chat app with fun face filters. Pick OmeTV if you want to choose a country for free and like the idea of a social feed alongside random chats.

Features and terms change, so check each app’s current store listing before you pay for anything.

Another option: Kiss Live Chat

Kiss Live Chat offers random 1-on-1 video chat with real people worldwide. On the web you can start in guest mode at kisschat.live, and the language and country filters help you steer your matches. The app also has coins, translation and games. Prefer to try another browser option? MeetNow Web is a web entry point for video socializing.