Rakuten Viber Alternatives for MacFiltered by 'Smartphone Messaging'

There are many alternatives to Rakuten Viber for Mac if you are looking for a replacement. The best Mac alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Rakuten Viber and seven of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Rakuten Viber are Telegram, WhatsApp, Wire and WeChat.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1381 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.

    224 Signal alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
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    Signal vs Rakuten Viber Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    5

    Open source, meaning audit is possible, verifiably secure end-to-end encryption, multiplatform.

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

    Signal has no IP telephony ability

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Signal is Free and Open SourceRakuten Viber is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Signal is Security-focused and LightweightRakuten Viber is not according to our users
  2. Telegram icon

    Telegram

     2090 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.

    297 Telegram alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    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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    Telegram vs Rakuten Viber Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    maja_andersson
    5

    As for me telegram is more easy and convenient.

    ANTICHRISTUS REX
    Positive
    1

    Clear privacy policy. Unhacked till now. Does not require a mobile phone to be installed in another device. Bots, SuperGroups and Channels (similar to blogs). Synchronized between all devices. Free stickers.

    Tons of new features at every update.. and more !!

    Padaone
    Positive
    3

    Telegram is better in every way.

    3 of 6 comments
    • Telegram is Freemium and ProprietaryRakuten Viber is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Telegram is LightweightRakuten Viber is not according to our users
  4. WhatsApp icon

    WhatsApp

     852 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.

    256 WhatsApp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Apple Car Play
    • Android Tablet
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  5. Wire icon

    Wire

     320 likes

    Wire is the most secure collaboration platform featuring messenger, voice, video, conference calls, file-sharing, and external collaboration –all protected by the most secure end-to-end-encryption.

    288 Wire alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

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

    WeChat

     109 likes

    WeChat is a complete mobile communication and private social networking app. Free, cross-platform, and full-featured, WeChat is the best way to keep in touch with everyone you care about.

    148 WeChat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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  7. KakaoTalk icon

    KakaoTalk

     30 likes

    KakaoTalk is a phone number based messenger service that allows users anywhere in the world to chat one-to-one or in a group for free. (no SMS service)

    86 KakaoTalk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Wear
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  9. Messenger for WhatsApp icon

    Messenger for WhatsApp

     2 likes

    Messenger for WhatsApp™ (WA Messenger) is a wrapper for WhatsApp Web. It loads WhatsApp Web in toolbar popup UI and has badge icon text notification for all new conversations (even if toolbar popup is closed).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Firefox
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