MeshchatX AlternativesInstant Messengers and other similar apps like MeshchatX

MeshchatX is described as 'A extensively modified and feature-rich fork of Reticulum MeshChat by Liam Cottle' and is a instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 10 alternatives to MeshchatX for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Android, Mac, F-Droid and Flathub apps. The best MeshchatX alternative is Element. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Element or Tox. Other great apps like MeshchatX are bitchat, Briar, Delta Chat and Element X.

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  1. Element icon
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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.

    324 Element alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
     
  2. Tox icon
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    With the rise of widespread government monitoring programs, Tox is an easy to use application that allows you to connect with friends and loved ones without anyone else listening in.

    219 Tox alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • F-Droid
     
  3. SimpleX Chat icon
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    Open-source messaging platform enabling private, identifier-free chats, encrypted group discussions, file and media sharing, plus audio and video calls. Employs double-ratchet protocol, stores user data on-device, protects metadata, and lets users self-host relay servers.

    76 SimpleX Chat alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Android Tablet
     
  4. bitchat icon
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    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.

    62 bitchat alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  5. Briar icon
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    An open-source decentralized and encrypted messaging app even without internet connection via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Messages are stored securely on your device, not in the cloud. Connect directly with nearby contacts - no Internet access is required.

    84 Briar alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
     
  6. Delta Chat icon
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    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.

    85 Delta Chat alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
     
  7. FluffyChat icon
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    Encrypted messenger supporting multi-platform access, unlimited group and private chats, file and voice message sharing, decentralized operation, open-source code, custom themes including dark mode, advanced moderation, push notifications, and no advertisements.

    197 FluffyChat alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
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    • Snapcraft
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu Touch
    • F-Droid
     
  8. Conversations icon
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    Conversations is a privacy focused, open source XMPP Texting [Jabber] client for Android 4.0+ smart phones with wife-approved easy encryption [OTR, OMEMO, or GPG].

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
     
  9. Meshtastic icon
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    Meshtastic is a project that enables you to use inexpensive LoRa radios as a long range off-grid communication platform in areas without existing or reliable communications infrastructure. This project is 100% community driven and open source!

    12 Meshtastic alternatives

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    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Android
     
  10. Fractal icon
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    Fractal is a Matrix messaging app for GNOME written in Rust. Its interface is optimized for collaboration in large groups, such as free software projects.

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    • Mac
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    • Flathub
    • GNOME
    • Flatpak
     
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