Hangouts Alternatives for Android Tablet

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1. 

   

   Telegram

    2102 likes

   Maximize your messaging experience with efficient communication, speedy delivery, and optional end-to-end encrypted Secret Chats. Engage in unlimited channels and groups up to 200,000 members. Enhance chat management and media sharing with Telegram Premium and its exclusive benefits. All core features remain free.

   301 Telegram alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application types

   • Instant Messenger
   • Video Calling

   Origin

   • United Arab Emirates

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • HUAWEI AppGallery
   • iPad
   • Apple Watch
   • Android Auto
   • Linux Mobile
   • Android Wear
   • PortableApps.com
   • FreeBSD
   • Apple Car Play

   

   

   

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   Guest

   Positive comment•Aug 10, 2017

   15

   Smooth, clear, and encrypted messaging and voice calling.

   Review by a new / low-activity user.

   Guest

   Positive comment•Apr 12, 2020

   1

   Support audio and video conversation, fast and secure.

   Review by a new / low-activity user.

   phill richards

   Positive comment•May 15, 2020

   1

   Supports large audio files, does not compress photos when sending

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   • Telegram is Freemium and ProprietaryHangouts is Free and Proprietary
   • Telegram is LightweightHangouts is not according to our users
2. 

   

   Element

    817 likes

   Provides secure collaboration with end-to-end encryption, supporting chat, voice, and video calls. Available on all major platforms, it enables digital sovereignty with a decentralized design and interoperability through bridges to systems like Slack and Teams. Includes enterprise-grade SaaS.

   328 Element alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free Personal
   • Open Source (AGPL-3.0)

   Application types

   • Instant Messenger
   • Group Chat

   Origin

   • United Kingdom

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Self-Hosted
   • Snapcraft
   • Matrix.org
   • Flathub
   • F-Droid
   • Cloudron

   

   

   

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   Guest

   Positive comment•Dec 24, 2020

   2

   its deep architecture makes it better than Hangouts and the other security-focused alternatives too.

   Review by a new / low-activity user.

   Guest

   Positive comment•Jan 20, 2018

   2

   Supports all Hangouts features, as well as encrypted conversations. Respects your privacy, and you don't need an email address to sign up.

   Review by a new / low-activity user.

   

   

   • Element is Free Personal and Open SourceHangouts is Free and Proprietary
   • Element is Decentralized, Privacy focused and LightweightHangouts is not according to our users
4. 

   

   Discord

    1127 likes

   An integrated platform for text and voice communications. Offers tailored channels for different topics, customizable moderation tools, low latency for fluency, and managed user roles for optimal community facilitation.

   205 Discord alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application types

   • Group Chat
   • Instant Messenger

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Snapcraft
   • Epic Games Store
   • Flathub
   • Electron
   • Playstation
   • Xbox

   

   

   

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   Top Positive Comment

   Guest

   Nov 15, 2017

   3

   Discord is aimed at gaming. Gamers prefer this over alternatives like Hangouts and Skype.

   Review by a new / low-activity user.

   Alan Laiken

   Positive comment•Apr 10, 2019

   1

   A lot more feature-packed and fun to use, though I may be biased as a gamer.

   Guest

   Negative comment•Jan 17, 2019

   -7

   Doesn`t Have Video Chat Otherwise Great

   Review by a new / low-activity user.

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   • Discord is Freemium and ProprietaryHangouts is Free and Proprietary
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6. 

   

   Matrix

    409 likes

   Open standard protocol enabling decentralized, encrypted instant messaging, VoIP signaling, IoT device connectivity, and persistent data management across federated servers without central control or single points of failure, bridging communication platforms.

   180 Matrix alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application types

   • Instant Messenger
   • Group Chat

   Origin

   • United Kingdom

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Self-Hosted
   • WebRTC
   • Python
   • JavaScript
   • Go (Programming Language)
   • Cloudron
   • Java
   • Perl

   

   

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7. 

   

   Tox

    569 likes

   With the rise of widespread government monitoring programs, Tox is an easy to use application that allows you to connect with friends and loved ones without anyone else listening in.

   220 Tox alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

   Application types

   • Instant Messenger
   • Video Calling

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • Android Tablet
   • BSD
   • F-Droid

   

   

   

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   Guest

   Positive comment•Apr 19, 2017

   5

   • Encrypted text, voice and video chat
   • File and Desktop sharing
   • Emoji and markdown (basic support on qTox) support
   • Group chat
   • Open source (Protocol: https://github.com/irungentoo/toxcore)
   • Multiple cross-platform clients (mainly qTox, uTox)

   • No true offline messaging (decentralized by design)
   • Still in development (but fully usable; contribute bug reports by trying out)

   Review by a new / low-activity user.

   

   

   • Tox is Free and Open SourceHangouts is Free and Proprietary
   • Tox is Decentralized, Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightHangouts is not according to our users
8. 

   

   Jitsi Meet

    293 likes

   Open-source video conferencing platform with encryption by default, up to 75 participants, live group chat, HD audio, screen and document sharing, Etherpad editing, mobile and browser support, custom deployment options, privacy-first features, and community-driven development.

   163 Jitsi Meet alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source (Apache-2.0)

   Application types

   • Video Calling
   • Instant Messenger

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Self-Hosted
   • Apple Watch
   • F-Droid

   

   

   

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   John Fastman

   Positive comment•Dec 10, 2016

   2

   Fully functioning, free, open-source, end-to-end encrypted, browser-based (install nothing) Skype- or Google Hangouts alternative. Stable video and sound, screen share, password protection for rooms and a few other handy features. Highly recommended. No more reason to accept Skype and Google's surveillance of your conversations.

   gitbreaker222

   Positive comment•Jan 7, 2017

   2

   Open source, works without account, easy access, good design, stable connection

   

   

   • Jitsi Meet is Free and Open SourceHangouts is Free and Proprietary
   • Jitsi Meet is Security-focused, Privacy focused and LightweightHangouts is not according to our users
10. 

    

    Slack

     870 likes

    Offers unified communication for teams with advanced real-time messaging, contextual features, versatile chat tools, and organized conversations in dedicated channels with integrated file sharing on Mac, Windows, Linux, and mobile platforms for enhanced productivity.

    238 Slack alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    • Group Chat
    • Instant Messenger

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Electron
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    

    

    

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    Michael Chung

    Positive comment•Apr 29, 2019

    0

    Everything Hangouts has + integrations, seems to be their main competitive advantage.

    Stephen Barrow

    Positive comment•Nov 5, 2018

    -1

    Slack works great as a chat tool but it's much more than that, it's like a centralized notification hub for all other tools.

    Allison Corrigan

    Positive comment•Nov 8, 2018

    -2

    Surprised not to see it at the top of the list - best alternative to Hangouts! Fun to use, simple, and integrates with just about any tool.

    

    

    • Slack is Freemium and ProprietaryHangouts is Free and Proprietary
11. 

    

    WhatsApp

     856 likes

    Exchange messages without SMS fees using this app for iPhone, Android and desktop, featuring group chats, multimedia sharing, and video calls. The app requires an internet connection and the latest version for optimal functionality.

    264 WhatsApp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    • Instant Messenger
    • Video Calling

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Apple Car Play
    • Android Tablet

    

    

    

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    Wire

     329 likes

    Secure communication platform featuring encrypted chats and calls, file and media sharing, self-deleting messages, device verification, group collaboration, and customizable settings. Supports use across multiple devices with no phone number required for access.

    290 Wire alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

    Application types

    • Instant Messenger
    • Video Calling

    Origin

    • Switzerland

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    

    

    

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    Guest

    Positive comment•May 25, 2019

    2

    Privacy focused alternative with end-to-end encryption.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.

    Guest

    Positive comment•Jul 3, 2019

    0

    My replacement for Hangouts needed to have integrated video/voice/text chat but also keep the text chat server side so any device could jump back into the conversation. Wire has all of these and is also available on any platform AND is open source!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.

    Guest

    Positive comment•Nov 23, 2020

    0

    End to end encryption, high audio quality, clear financial model (based on pay pro version) and Swiss based

    Review by a new / low-activity user.

    

    

    • Wire is Free Personal and Open SourceHangouts is Free and Proprietary
    • Wire is Security-focused and Privacy focusedHangouts is not according to our users
13. 

    

    SimpleX Chat

     108 likes

    Open-source messaging platform enabling private, identifier-free chats, encrypted group discussions, file and media sharing, plus audio and video calls. Employs double-ratchet protocol, stores user data on-device, protects metadata, and lets users self-host relay servers.

    77 SimpleX Chat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (AGPL-3.0)

    Application types

    • Instant Messenger
    • Video Calling

    Origin

    • United Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak

    

    

    

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    Jami

     250 likes

    Open source decentralized communication platform supporting secure end-to-end encrypted calls, messaging, group conferencing, file and media sharing, SIP compatibility, multi-device sync, and strong privacy, available across desktop and mobile systems.

    170 Jami alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    • Instant Messenger
    • Video Calling

    Origin

    • Canada

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    

    

    

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    Zulip

     271 likes

    Threaded group conversations combine live and asynchronous messaging, separating topics for organized collaboration, supporting open-source, cloud, and self-hosted deployments, secure communication with encryption, and multi-platform access for diverse teams.

    235 Zulip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source (Apache-2.0)

    Application types

    • Instant Messenger
    • Group Chat

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid

    

    

    

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    hrishikeshpatil

    Positive comment•Jan 5, 2018

    0

    Streams and topics instead of groups

    

    

    • Zulip is Free Personal and Open SourceHangouts is Free and Proprietary
    • Zulip is Privacy focused and LightweightHangouts is not according to our users