SchildiChat is a Matrix client based on Element with a more traditional instant messaging experience.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application type
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- Flathub
- F-Droid
- Flatpak



nheko is described as 'The motivation behind the project is to provide a native desktop app for Matrix that feels more like a mainstream chat app (Element, Telegram etc) and less like an IRC client' and is a instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 25 alternatives to nheko for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Mac, Android, Windows and iPhone apps. The best nheko alternative is Telegram, which is free. Other great apps like nheko are Element, Discord, Pidgin and Tox.
SchildiChat is a Matrix client based on Element with a more traditional instant messaging experience.



qTox - The most feature-rich Tox client; P2P instant messaging, audio and video calls.


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



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.







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...


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Twake Chat is a secure, open source messaging platform designed for enterprises. It offers seamless integration of chat, video conferencing, file sharing, and email, and more.

jami-commander (jc for short) is a simple but convenient CLI-based Jami client app for setting up accounts and swarms as well as sending.
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.
