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.



Neochat is described as 'NeoChat is a client for Matrix, the decentralized communication protocol for instant messaging. It is a fork of Spectral, using KDE frameworks, most notably Kirigami, KConfig and KI18n' and is a instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Neochat for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Android, Mac, Windows and iPhone apps. The best Neochat alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Neochat are Telegram, Element, Matrix and Tox.
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.



Matrix-focused desktop chat client supporting secure end-to-end encrypted messaging, voice and video calling, file sharing, emoji, room and community management, multi-theme interface, presence/status, notifications, profiles, and plugin integration for Unix.




SchildiChat is a Matrix client based on Element with a more traditional instant messaging experience.




Syphon is privacy focused end-to-end encrypted capable matrix client aiming to feel comfortable and easy to use.




Quaternion is a cross-platform Qt5-based desktop IM client for Matrix, a reference desktop application using libQMatrixClient. Source code, issue tracker, roadmap etc. can be found at GitHub. Releases (with links to cross-platform source code archives, as well as binaries for...


Conduit is a simple, fast and reliable chat server powered by Matrix. Conduit is an alternative to Synapse and tries to be lightweight and easy to install, but it is still in development.

This simple Matrix client written in Python allows you to send and receive messages and files, verify other devices, and interact with your Matrix account or other Matrix users in many ways. You use it from the terminal (CLI) or integrate it into other simple Python programs.


Revolt is a small application which wraps Riot to provide better integration with desktop environments in general, and GNOME in particular:

Because it has a working device authentication and encryption.