Hemlis AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Group Chat Apps

The best Group Chat alternative to Hemlis is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Hemlis and 16 are Group Chat Apps so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Group Chat App alternatives to Hemlis are Telegram, WhatsApp, Threema and Viber.

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  1. Signal icon
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    Signal

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    Signal is a messaging app with an unexpected focus on privacy, combined with all the features expected from a modern IM app. Signal has received a lot of praise from all around the world for its security and privacy-respecting technologies.

    220 Signal alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Security-focused

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Encrypted Chat
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Video Calling
    5.  Instant Messaging
    6.  Self Destructing Messages
    7.  Private messaging
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Encrypted Connection
    10.  Mobile friendly
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Desktop Application
    13.  Secure Chat
    14.  Stickers
    15.  GPLv3
    16.  Based on phone number
    17.  Protected by Password
    18.  VoiP Calls
    19.  Client side encryption
    Signal iconHemlis Icon

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

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

    • Signal is Free and Open SourceHemlis is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Signal is Privacy focused and Security-focusedHemlis is not according to our users
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    Telegram

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    Telegram is a messaging app with a focus on speed and security. It’s superfast, simple, and free. It is like SMS, but more powerful.

    288 Telegram alternatives
    Telegram Desktop

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Linux Mobile
    • Android Wear
    • PortableApps.com
    • FreeBSD
    Telegram iOS #1
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    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Encrypted Chat
    2.  Stickers
    3.  Chat Bot
    4.  Large File Transfer
    5.  Instant Messaging
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  End-to-End Encryption
    8.  Video Calling
    9.  Multi Device Support
    10.  Channels
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Bots
    13.  Secret chats
    14.  Cloud based
    15.  Animated stickers
    16.  Integrated File Sharing
    17.  Folders
    18.  Private Chat
    19.  Video Conferencing
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    Telegram VS Hemlis

    Is Telegram a good alternative to Hemlis?
     

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

    • Telegram is Freemium and ProprietaryHemlis is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Telegram is Lightweight and Privacy focusedHemlis is not according to our users
  4. WhatsApp icon
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    WhatsApp

     839 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.

    254 WhatsApp alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Wear

    Top WhatsApp Features

    1.  Mobile friendly
    2.  End-to-End Encryption
    3.  Instant Messaging
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Custom Backgrounds
    6.  Based on phone number
    7.  Stickers
    8.  Sync with Google Drive
    9.  Notifications
    10.  Push Notifications
    11.  Picture in Picture
    12.  Ad-free
    13.  Two-factor Authentication
    14.  Screen Sharing
    15.  Support for @mentions
    16.  VoiP Calls
    17.  Expiring Stories
    18.  Multiple languages
    19.  Voice messages
    20.  Data export/import
    21.  Data transfer
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  5. Threema icon
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    Threema

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    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.

    118 Threema alternatives
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    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Encrypted Chat
    3.  Integrated File Sharing
    4.  Confirm messages
    5.  Ad-free
    6.  Image Sharing
    7.  Cloud Sync
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Encrypted Backup
    10.  Dark Mode
    11.  Multiple Account support
    12.  Two-factor Authentication
    13.  Encrypted calls
    14.  Voting
    15.  Secure Chat
    16.  Multiple languages
    17.  Integrated App lock
    18.  Encrypted Email
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    Threema VS Hemlis

    Is Threema a good alternative to Hemlis?
     

    • Threema is the most popular commercial alternative to Hemlis.

    • Threema is Paid and Open SourceHemlis is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Threema is Privacy focusedHemlis is not according to our users
  6. Viber icon
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    Viber

     333 likes
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    Free and secure calls and messages to anyone, anywhere.

    168 Viber alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

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

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Desktop Sharing
    2.  Phone calls
    3.  VoiP Calls
    4.  Animated stickers
    5.  End-to-End Encryption
    6.  Dark Mode
    7.  Support for @mentions
    8.  Cloud Sync
    9.  Voice Chat
    10.  Call Transfer
    11.  Secret chats
    12.  Hidden chat
    13.  Encrypted VoIP calls
    14.  Multiple languages
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  7. Facebook Messenger icon
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    Facebook Messenger

     227 likes
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    Provides comprehensive communication features including group video calls, voice calls, fast messaging, photo sharing, and location mapping. Access through mobile and web platforms with real-time notifications, ensuring seamless interactions using multimedia tools.

    202 Facebook Messenger alternatives
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    Facebook Messenger screenshot 3

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Wear

    Facebook Messenger Features

    1.  VoiP Calls
    2.  Expiring Stories
    3.  Face Filter
    4.  Stickers
    5.  Messages
    6.  Text messaging
    7.  In-app Money Transfer
    8.  Private messaging
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  9. LINE icon
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    LINE

     105 likes
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    LINE is a Japanese proprietary application for instant messaging on smartphones and PCs. Line users exchange text messages, graphics, video and audio media, make free VoIP calls, and hold free audio or video conferences.

    147 LINE alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Google Chrome

    LINE Features

    1.  IFTTT Integration
    2.  VoiP Calls
    3.  People nearby
    4.  Stickers
    5.  Voice Chat
    6.  Public groups chat
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  10. WeChat icon
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    WeChat

     105 likes
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    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.

    164 WeChat alternatives
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    WeChat screenshot 3

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Linux
    • Flathub

    WeChat Features

    1.  In-app Money Transfer
    2.  Multiple languages
    3.  Sync Contacts
    4.  Talk radio
    5.  Stickers
    6.  People nearby
    7.  Voice messages
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  11. imo icon
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    imo

     214 likes
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    Imo is a free, simple,secure and faster international video call & instant messaging app.

    134 imo alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    imo screenshot 1
    imo screenshot 2
    +4
    imo screenshot 3

    imo Features

    1.  VoiP Calls
    2.  Expiring Stories
    3.  Push to talk
    4.  Stickers
    5.  Voice messages
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  12. Kik icon
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    Kik

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    Kik is way more than just messaging. It’s the easiest way to connect with your friends, stay in the loop, and explore – all through chat. No phone numbers, just pick a username.

    100 Kik alternatives
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    Stream and interact with your viewers in the live-chat or invite them in the guestbox.
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    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Kindle Fire

    Kik Features

    1.  Support for GIF
    2.  Chat Bot
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  13. GroupMe icon
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    GroupMe

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    Group messaging platform owned by Microsoft. It's absolutely free, whether you're talking to a group of friends, or texting with one person. Best of all, it works on nearly every phone, via push or SMS. With GroupMe, it's easy to reach anyone, anytime, anywhere.

    44 GroupMe alternatives
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    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Wear
    GroupMe screenshot 1
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    GroupMe Features

    1.  IFTTT Integration
    2.  Microsoft Teams Integration
    3.  AI-Powered
    4.  Team Messaging
    5.  SMS Messaging
    6.  Video Conferencing
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  14. KakaoTalk icon
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    KakaoTalk

     30 likes
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    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)

    91 KakaoTalk alternatives
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    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Wear

    KakaoTalk Features

    1.  VoiP Calls
    2.  Push Notifications
    3.  Voice Chat
    4.  Based on phone number
    5.  Stickers
    6.  Secret chats
    KakaoTalk iconHemlis Icon

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