Free Jitsi Meet AlternativesVideo Calling Apps & Instant Messengers like Jitsi Meet

The best free alternative to Jitsi Meet is Signal, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Jitsi Meet and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Jitsi Meet are Element, Discord, WhatsApp and Wire.

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Jitsi Meet alternatives are mainly Video Calling Apps, but if you're looking for Group Chat Apps or Instant Messengers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source, Online + Open Source and Self-Hosted + Free. 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 Jitsi Meet.
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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1378 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.

    221 Signal alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
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    Signal vs Jitsi Meet Comments
    sjdkhgioweuhrg
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    1

    Signal is NOT for video conferencing!

    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Not for video conferences like Jitsi Meet

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Nasch Dax
    Positive
    -3

    Jitsi wants money or data. screw them

    • Signal is Free and Open SourceJitsi Meet is also Free and Open Source
  2. Element icon

    Element

     791 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.

    313 Element alternatives

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    • Android Tablet
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Snapcraft
    Video calls for desktop and mobile
     
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    Guest
    Negative
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    It's mostly a group chat app (like slack or mattermost) with a video call feature, not a dedicated video conferencing app ; and setting up a meeting is too much hassle (you have to get everyone to sign up for an account and tell you their handles and invite them to a persistent group chat) compared to just sharing a link in jitsi. It's good for teams doing calls frequently, not for a one-shot meeting with guests outside your organization.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Element is Free Personal and Open SourceJitsi Meet is Free and Open Source
  4. Discord icon

    Discord

     1115 likes

    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.

    189 Discord alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Snapcraft
    • Epic Games Store
    • Flathub
    • Electron
    • Playstation
    • Xbox
    Desktop UI
     
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    Zoho ShowTime

    Facilitates virtual classroom and on-demand training through interactive tools such as polls and Q&A, advanced analytics, session recording, custom branding, and monetization, serving educational institutions, businesses, and...

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  6. 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.

    254 WhatsApp alternatives

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    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
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    WhatsApp vs Jitsi Meet Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    3

    Not focused on video chat.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • WhatsApp is Free and ProprietaryJitsi Meet is Free and Open Source
  7. Wire icon

    Wire

     319 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.

    284 Wire alternatives

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    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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  8. Jami icon

    Jami

     239 likes

    Jami (formerly GNU Ring, SFLphone) positions itself as a potential free Skype replacement

    164 Jami alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Jami video conference OS X
     
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    Rocket.Chat

     160 likes

    Open-source chat server supporting real-time group, direct, and private messaging, video calls, file sharing, helpdesk chat, API integrations, desktop notifications, emojis, LDAP authentication, cross-platform apps, and customizable extensions for teams.

    145 Rocket.Chat alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Cloudron
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    Zoom

     159 likes

    Provides video conferencing with high-quality video and screen sharing, supporting up to 100 participants, real-time whiteboard collaboration, group messaging, and VoIP. Compatible across devices including smartphones and PCs, offering flexibility for remote meetings.

    231 Zoom alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
    • Apple Car Play
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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  15. Nextcloud Talk icon

    Nextcloud Talk

     33 likes

    Self-hosted communication platform with secure audio, video, chat, web conferencing, screensharing, advanced encryption, and metadata privacy, running on user-controlled servers, supporting web and mobile apps, and eliminating third-party data exposure.

    110 Nextcloud Talk alternatives

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    • Nextcloud
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Chocolatey
    • Windows
    • Mac
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    • Homebrew
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    Nextcloud Talk vs Jitsi Meet Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Nextcloud talk requires setting up a server. It cannot be simply joined in browser like Jitsi.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Nextcloud Talk is Free Personal and Open SourceJitsi Meet is Free and Open Source
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