Element Alternatives

Element is described as 'A secure collaboration app with end-to-end encryption and interoperability across web, desktop, and mobile. Includes chat, voice, and video calls' and is a leading instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Element for a variety of platforms, including Android, Web-based, Windows, iPhone and Mac apps. The best Element alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Element are Telegram, Matrix, Discord and Pidgin.

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Element alternatives are mainly Instant Messengers, but if you're looking for Group Chat Apps or Video Calling Apps you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Self-Hosted. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Element.
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  1. Wire icon

    Wire

     332 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.

    300 Wire alternatives

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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Wire vs Element Comments
    Guest
    Positive
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    Appears to have a fairly complete feature set for this type of application.

    • Wire is Free Personal and Open SourceElement is also Free Personal and Open Source
    • Wire is Security-focusedElement is not according to our users
  2. Jami icon

    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.

    179 Jami alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Android Tablet
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  4. bitchat icon

    bitchat

     63 likes

    Decentralized messaging app enabling secure peer-to-peer communication over Bluetooth mesh networks with end-to-end encryption, channel-based group chats, store & forward delivery, automatic peer discovery, no accounts or phone numbers, and privacy safeguards.

    66 bitchat alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    Zoho Cliq

    Zoho Cliq simplifies your team communication with organized conversations, information that's easy to find and by connecting to the tools you love. Transform ideas into reality with your team. With channels, your team communi...

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  6. Fluxer icon

    Fluxer

     44 likes

    Free and open-source instant messaging and VoIP platform with private DMs, group chats, markdown, file sharing, video calls, screen sharing, moderation tools, quick search, custom emojis, CSS themes, AGPLv3 self-hosting, and multi-device access.

    26 Fluxer alternatives

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    • Android
    • Flathub
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  8. Briar icon

    Briar

     133 likes

    Censorship-resistant peer-to-peer messaging that bypasses centralized servers. Connect via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or Tor, with privacy built-in.

    94 Briar alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
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    Briar vs Element Comments
    davaga6837
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    This is an anonymous/censorship resistant chat app. Element is mainly team chat app.

    • Briar is Free and Open SourceElement is Free Personal and Open Source
  9. Threema icon

    Threema

     145 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.

    136 Threema alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Open Source

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    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
    • Flathub
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  10. Mattermost icon

    Mattermost

     256 likes

    Self-hosted collaboration platform featuring chat, workflow automation, voice and video calling, screen sharing, AI capabilities, broad third-party integration support, cross-platform apps, compatibility with Slack imports, and flexible deployment options for secure team communication.

    152 Mattermost alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Self-Hosted
    • JavaScript
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Go (Programming Language)
    • Cloudron
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    Mattermost vs Element Comments
    davaga6837
    Positive
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    Mattermost is FOSS, self-hosted, fast, featured and has pretty good ease of use. A top replacement for Element. It supports matrixbridges to connect to different protocols.

    Paul
    Positive
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    One of the best alternatives to Slack (with Riot and Zulip). It's open source and you can self-host it, which means more control over the app and the privacy of the users.

    • Mattermost is Paid and ProprietaryElement is Free Personal and Open Source
    • Mattermost is a Group Chat Element is an Instant Messenger
  11. Delta Chat icon

    Delta Chat

     87 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.

    87 Delta Chat alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Linux Mobile
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  12. Zulip icon

    Zulip

     273 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.

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    • F-Droid
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    Zulip vs Element Comments
    Paul
    Positive
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    Open-source and privacy focused, like Riot. It's one of the best alternatives to Slack.

    • Zulip is Free Personal and Open SourceElement is also Free Personal and Open Source
  15. RetroShare icon

    RetroShare

     171 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.

    154 RetroShare alternatives

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    • Free
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    • BSD
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    Network tab with contact list and broadcast subtab open. The subtab shows text and image sent by one contact to all connected contacts.
     
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