Matrix Alternatives

Matrix is described as 'Defines a set of open APIs for decentralised communication, suitable for securely publishing, persisting and subscribing to data over a global open federation of servers with no single point of control' and is a very popular instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Matrix for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Mac, Windows, Android and iPhone apps. The best Matrix alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Matrix are Telegram, Element, Discord and Pidgin.

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Matrix defines a set of open APIs for decentralised communication, suitable for securely publishing, persisting and subscribing to data over a global open federation of servers with no single point of control.

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Matrix alternatives page was last updated Apr 19, 2025
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  1. Google Chat icon

    Google Chat

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    Google Chat is an intelligent and secure communication and collaboration tool, built for teams. From ad-hoc messaging to topic-based workstream collaboration, Chat makes it easy to get work done where the conversation is happening.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Google Chat Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Workspaces
    3.  AI-Powered
    4.  Collaborative Workspaces
    5.  Team Messaging
    6.  Calls

    Google Chat VS Matrix

     
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    Commonground

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    The all-in-one communication platform for DAOs & Communities. More social, more secure, more web3 powered.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    Commonground screenshot 1

    Commonground Features

    1.  Community-based
    2.  WEB3
    3.  Voice Chat

    Commonground VS Matrix

     
  4. Quebic icon

    Quebic

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    Quebic is the best way to communicate over text, voice, and video. On our platform, users own their data, and we will not sell your information to third parties.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    Quebic screenshot 1

    Quebic Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  Support for @mentions
    5.  Screen Sharing
    6.  Voice Chat

    Quebic VS Matrix

     
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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. Axolotl icon

    Axolotl

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    Axolotl is a complete cross-platform Signal client, compatible with the Ubuntu Phone and more. Unlike the desktop Signal client, Axolotl is completely autonomous and doesn't require you to have created an account with the...

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Ubuntu Touch
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    Axolotl Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption

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  7. Kwayet icon

    Kwayet

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    Kwayet is an internal communication app exclusively for your team or workplace. You can collaborate, call and message anyone without requiring a phone number.?

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Kwayet Features

    1.  Remove Noise
    2.  Voice Chat
    3.  Noise Reduction
    4.  Voice Notes

    Kwayet VS Matrix

     
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    jabberd

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    Jabberd project has been rewritten from the ground up to be scalable, architecturally sound and to support the latest X.M.P.P Extension Protocols coming out of the X.S.F ( XMPP-Standards-Foundation : foundation for XMPP standards ).

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux

    jabberd Features

    1. XMPP icon  Supports XMPP

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    gurk

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    Signal Messenger client for terminal. Written in Rust.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    gurk screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Command line interface
    2.  End-to-End Encryption
    3.  Text mode

    gurk VS Matrix

     
  11. Wey icon

    Wey

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    Fast open source Slack desktop app, written in Node.js with native UI powered by the Yue library.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    macOS
    Discontinued

    This repository has been archived by the owner on Apr 12, 2023. It is now read-only.last commit on May 21, 2022Note that this project is not actively maintained, you may want to use the fork lounge-lizard instead.Do not use this for work, you might miss important messages due to bugs and missing features.

    Wey Features

    1.  Slack client

    Wey VS Matrix

     
  12. Graph Messenger icon

    Graph Messenger

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    Graph Messenger is an UNOFFICIAL messaging app that uses Telegram's API and add new features like real multi account system, download manager and time line.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
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  13. palava.tv icon

    palava.tv

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    palava.tv is a cost-free, simple to use, secure, and open source platform for video calls. It is developed and operated by a charitable non-profit organization based in the EU. palava.tv runs directly in the web browser and its usage does not require a registration.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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    palava.tv Features

    1.  No registration required
    2.  VoiP Calls
    3.  No installation
    4.  WebRTC
    5.  Browser-based
    6.  No installation required
    7.  Voice Chat
    8.  Peer-To-Peer
    9.  Multiple languages
    10.  Audio Calling

    palava.tv VS Matrix

     
  14. Rivers IM icon

    Rivers IM

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    Rivers is a free communication and collaboration app that lets you have more organized and focused conversations. Whether you are a part of a company or friend group i.e. community, you will organize your conversations around topics. Create your cube.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • IN flagIndia

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    Enjoy fast and reliable chat

    Rivers IM Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Live topics
    3.  Community management

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  15. Adapt Chat icon

    Adapt Chat

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    Grow a community, connect with your friends, or whatever you're capable of with Adapt, a lightweight and customizable messaging platform which favors your privacy.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Real time collaboration
    4.  VoiP Calls
    5.  Support for @mentions
    6.  Multiple Account support
    7.  Screen Sharing
    8.  No Tracking
    9.  Support for MarkDown
    10.  Ad-free
    11.  Community-based

    Adapt Chat VS Matrix

     
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