Messenger Alternatives for iPhone

There are many alternatives to Messenger for iPhone if you are looking for a replacement. The best iPhone 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 Messenger and loads of them are available for iPhone so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting iPhone alternatives to Messenger are Telegram, Element, Discord and WhatsApp.

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Messenger alternatives are mainly Group Chat Apps, but if you're looking for Video Calling Apps or Instant Messengers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Windows Phone, Kindle Fire, Linux, Group Chat, Open Source, Symbian S60 and iPhone. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Messenger.
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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1353 likes
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    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.

    215 Signal alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Signal as an Alternative to Messenger
    Top Positive Comment
    nosborm
    1

    Private. Open. Secure. etc.

    Top Negative Comment
    Paul West
    2

    Again both parties have to have the app as they just dropped SMS

    pelicanowl
    Positive
    2

    I like Signal because it allows me to message people without having to worry about my data being sold

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    • Almost everyone thinks Signal is a great Messenger alternative.

    • Signal is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Messenger.

    • Signal is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Messenger.

    • Signal is Free and Open SourceMessenger is Free and Proprietary
    • Signal is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightMessenger is not according to our users
  2. Telegram icon

    Telegram

     2074 likes
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    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.

    284 Telegram alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • 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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    brandonc
    Positive
    0

    backed by a non profit (compared to fb's reliance on ad dollars)

    tibi97427
    Positive
    0

    It's tidy, you want to search a link, a picture, a video : with messenger good luck, with telegram it's all organized.

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    • Most users think Telegram is a great Messenger alternative.

    • Telegram is the most popular Web-based & Android Tablet alternative to Messenger.

    • Telegram is Freemium and ProprietaryMessenger is Free and Proprietary
    • Telegram is Lightweight, Privacy focused and Security-focusedMessenger is not according to our users
  4. Element icon

    Element

     766 likes
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    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.

    301 Element alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Snapcraft
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    • Almost everyone thinks Element is a great Messenger alternative.

    • Element is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Messenger.

    • Element is Free Personal and Open SourceMessenger is Free and Proprietary
    • Element is Privacy focused and LightweightMessenger is not according to our users
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  6. Discord icon

    Discord

     1105 likes
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    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.

    191 Discord alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

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

    WhatsApp

     849 likes
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    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.

    249 WhatsApp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

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

     283 likes
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    Go ahead, video chat with the whole team. In fact, invite everyone you know. Jitsi Meet is a fully encrypted, 100% open source video conferencing solution that you can use all day, every day, for free.

    148 Jitsi Meet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Apple Watch
    • F-Droid
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  12. Wire icon

    Wire

     311 likes
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    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.

    282 Wire alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    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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    It supports multiple apps, and has rich chat features and group chats

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    It's secure. It doesn't spy on you. It makes money from enterprise customers, no shady business.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Wire is a great Messenger alternative.

    • Wire is the most popular SaaS alternative to Messenger.

    • Wire is Free Personal and Open SourceMessenger is Free and Proprietary
    • Wire is Security-focused and Privacy focusedMessenger is not according to our users
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    Zulip

     263 likes
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    Zulip is the only modern team chat app that is designed for both live and asynchronous conversations. Zulip topics create a separate space for each discussion, so different conversations will never get in each other's way.

    221 Zulip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

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

     335 likes
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    Offers secure messaging with end-to-end encryption, unlimited free calls, group chats for up to 250 members, rich media sharing, emoji reactions, AR lenses, self-destruct messages, affordable international calls, community channels, and robust privacy across devices.

    160 Rakuten Viber alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Android Wear
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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