Pulse SMS AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Instant Messengers

The best Instant Messenger alternative to Pulse SMS is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 25 alternatives to Pulse SMS and 14 are Instant Messengers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Instant Messenger alternatives to Pulse SMS are Fossify Messages, Molly, QUIK and FluffyChat.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

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    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.

    216 Signal alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Snapcraft
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    • Signal is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Pulse SMS.

    • Signal is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Pulse SMS.

    • Signal is Free and Open SourcePulse SMS is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Signal is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightPulse SMS is not according to our users
  2. Fossify Messages icon

    Fossify Messages

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    Fossify Messenger is your trusted messaging companion, designed to enhance your messaging experience in various ways.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  4. Molly icon

    Molly

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    Molly is an independent Signal fork for Android.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
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    QUIK

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    QUIK is an open source replacement to the stock messaging app on Android. It is a continuation of QKSMS.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  6. FluffyChat icon

    FluffyChat

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    FluffyChat is an open, nonprofit and cute matrix messenger app for Ubuntu Touch, Android and iOS.

    185 FluffyChat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu Touch
    • F-Droid
    • Matrix.org
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    • FluffyChat is the most popular Web-based alternative to Pulse SMS.

    • FluffyChat is Free and Open SourcePulse SMS is Freemium and Proprietary
    • FluffyChat is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightPulse SMS is not according to our users
  7. Google Messages icon

    Google Messages

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    Messages is Google's communications app for Android to helps send and receive SMS and MMS messages. You can also send group texts as well as your favorite pictures, videos and even audio messages to your contacts.

    37 Google Messages alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Wear
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  9. Status icon

    Status

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    Status combines a private messenger, secure crypto wallet, and Ethereum Web3 DApp browser into one powerful communication tool. Chat with friends and growing communities. Buy, sell, store, and exchange digital assets.

    175 Status alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • F-Droid
    • APK Downloader
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  10. Deku SMS icon

    Deku SMS

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    Deku SMS is a feature-rich, open-source default SMS app designed to enhance your messaging experience while prioritizing your privacy and security. With Deku SMS, you can seamlessly send and receive end-to-end encrypted SMS messages, ensuring that your conversations remain...

    25 Deku SMS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  11. Silence IM icon

    Silence IM

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    Protect your communication in transit and on your phone. Silence (formerly SMSSecure) is a full replacement for the default text messaging application: all messages are encrypted locally and messages to other Silence users are encrypted over the air.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
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    Simple SMS Messenger

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    A great way to stay in touch with your relatives, by sending both SMS and MMS messages. The app properly handles group messaging too, just like blocking numbers from Android 7+.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  13. KryptEY icon

    KryptEY

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    Android keyboard for secure E2EE communication through the signal protocol in any messenger. Communicate securely and independent, regardless of the legal situation or whether messengers use E2EE.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    TeleGuard

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    TeleGuard is the data-secure messenger from Swisscows. TeleGuard encrypts every message and all telephone calls with encryption algorithm currently available: SALSA 20. TeleGuard servers are located in Switzerland, they are not subject to the data protection laws of the EU /...

    145 TeleGuard alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Snapcraft
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