Open Source Tox Alternatives for Android

There are many alternatives to Tox for Android if you are looking for a replacement. The best open source Android alternative is Signal. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Tox and loads of them are open source and available for Android so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source Android alternatives to Tox are Element, Jami, Wire and SimpleX Chat.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1390 likes

    An open-source messaging app emphasizing privacy with encrypted communication. Share texts, calls, photos, and videos without ads or trackers, available across major platforms. Developed by Signal Technology Foundation and praised globally for security measures.

    223 Signal alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
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    Signal vs Tox Comments
    WestFlame
    Positive
    13

    Currently is intended mainly for mobile devices.

    chopin2712
    Positive
    10

    I love signal but Signal cannot be used without phone and I don't like this idea. I use Signal only for my phone. not my computer but it's good!

    Foad
    Negative
    0

    Tox is for mesh networking

    3 of 4 comments
    • Signal is Free and Open SourceTox is also Free and Open Source
  2. Element icon

    Element

     799 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.

    317 Element alternatives

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    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Snapcraft
    Video calls for desktop and mobile
     
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    Top Positive Comment
    joshuahumbert
    5

    Decentralized messenger which supports audio and video calling as well as group chats and offline messaging.

    Top Negative Comment
    Foad
    0

    Tox is for mesh networking

    Darren de Lima
    Positive
    0

    Federated, though not completely P2P, and a pain to set up.

    3 of 5 comments
    • Element is Free Personal and Open SourceTox is Free and Open Source
  4. Jami icon

    Jami

     242 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.

    166 Jami alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Jami vs Tox Comments
    UsernameUn
    Positive
    1

    Decentralized and encrypted. Available on all major devices. There is video conferencing and the ability to show a desktop.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    Its more decentralized than Tox is, and that is a great thing that it has over it. The only issue is that this is alpha software.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    RemovedUser
    Negative
    0

    Jami is not peer to peer, therefore it is not a valid alternative to Tox.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Jami is Free and Open SourceTox is also Free and Open Source
  5. Wire icon

    Wire

     324 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.

    287 Wire alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  6. SimpleX Chat icon

    SimpleX Chat

     98 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.

    72 SimpleX Chat alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Android Tablet
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  7. Threema icon

    Threema

     141 likes

    Threema is a new mobile messaging app that puts security first. With true end-to-end encryption, you can rest assured that only you and the intended recipient can read your messages.

    127 Threema alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
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  9. Delta Chat icon

    Delta Chat

     74 likes

    Provides a chat experience over email, with all messages and contacts stored on user devices, open source code, group media support, and compatibility with any provider. No central servers, no tracking, works without SIM, and can be used by anyone just via email.

    82 Delta Chat alternatives

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    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
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  10. Zulip icon

    Zulip

     268 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.

    233 Zulip alternatives

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    • Online
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    • BSD
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    • F-Droid
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  11. RetroShare icon

    RetroShare

     163 likes

    Open source, decentralized platform enabling encrypted chat, secure voice and video calls, anonymous file sharing with swarming, censorship-resistant forums, channels, link sharing, and offline messaging. Uses OpenPGP and OpenSSL for robust privacy and security.

    141 RetroShare alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • BSD
    • OpenPGP
    Network tab with contact list and broadcast subtab open. The subtab shows text and image sent by one contact to all connected contacts.
     
  12. Molly icon

    Molly

     48 likes

    Molly is an independent Signal fork for Android.

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    • F-Droid
     
  14. FluffyChat icon

    FluffyChat

     39 likes

    Encrypted messenger supporting multi-platform access, unlimited group and private chats, file and voice message sharing, decentralized operation, open-source code, custom themes including dark mode, advanced moderation, push notifications, and no advertisements.

    192 FluffyChat alternatives

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    • Linux
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu Touch
    • F-Droid
    FluffyChat screenshot 1
     
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