Simple SMS Messenger AlternativesInstant Messengers & Group Chat Apps like Simple SMS Messenger

Simple SMS Messenger is described as '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+' and is a instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Simple SMS Messenger for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, F-Droid, Android Tablet and iPad apps. The best Simple SMS Messenger alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Simple SMS Messenger are SimpleX Chat, Fossify Messages, Molly and QUIK.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1366 likes

    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

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    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Signal as an Alternative to Simple SMS Messenger
    Hayalci Hayalci
    Negative
    7

    Signal has removed its SMS functionality

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    • Signal is Free and Open SourceSimple SMS Messenger is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Signal is Privacy focused and Security-focusedSimple SMS Messenger is not according to our users
  2. SimpleX Chat icon

    SimpleX Chat

     91 likes

    SimpleX - the most private and secure chat and applications platform - now with double ratchet E2E encryption! Built on Haskell with Love and Coffee.

    69 SimpleX Chat alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
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    Comments about SimpleX Chat as an Alternative to Simple SMS Messenger
    Hayalci Hayalci
    Negative
    3

    Doesn't have SMS functionality

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    • SimpleX Chat is Free and Open SourceSimple SMS Messenger is Freemium and Proprietary
    • SimpleX Chat is Privacy focusedSimple SMS Messenger is not according to our users
  4. Fossify Messages icon

    Fossify Messages

     46 likes

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

    38 Fossify Messages alternatives

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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    Comments about Fossify Messages as an Alternative to Simple SMS Messenger
    Hayalci Hayalci
    Positive
    0

    It's the fork of Simple SMS messenger after it sold out to be closed source and ad-ridden.

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    • Fossify Messages is Free and Open SourceSimple SMS Messenger is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Fossify Messages is Privacy focused and CustomizableSimple SMS Messenger is not according to our users
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    QUIK

     20 likes

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

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  7. FluffyChat icon

    FluffyChat

     37 likes

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

    185 FluffyChat alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu Touch
    • F-Droid
    • Matrix.org
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    Comments about FluffyChat as an Alternative to Simple SMS Messenger
    Hayalci Hayalci
    Negative
    3

    FluffyChat doesn't have SMS functionality

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    • FluffyChat is Free and Open SourceSimple SMS Messenger is Freemium and Proprietary
    • FluffyChat is Privacy focused and Security-focusedSimple SMS Messenger is not according to our users
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    QKSMS

     61 likes

    QKSMS brings a refreshingly beautiful and responsive Material Design touch to the stale state of text messaging.

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    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • F-Droid
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  10. Right Messages icon

    Right Messages

     15 likes

    Fast SMS messenger with iOS 16 style interface. Free and no ads. Supports work with two SIM cards.

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  11. Google Messages icon

    Google Messages

     36 likes

    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

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Wear
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  12. ChatSecure icon

    ChatSecure

     69 likes

    ChatSecure is a free and open source messaging app that features OTR encryption over XMPP. You can connect to your existing accounts on Facebook or Google, create new accounts on public XMPP servers(including via Tor), or even connect to your own server for extra security.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Comments about ChatSecure as an Alternative to Simple SMS Messenger
    Hayalci Hayalci
    Positive
    2

    Doesn't have SMS functionality

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    • ChatSecure is Free and Open SourceSimple SMS Messenger is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Deku SMS

     13 likes

    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

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  14. Status icon

    Status

     22 likes

    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

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • F-Droid
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    Comments about Status as an Alternative to Simple SMS Messenger
    Hayalci Hayalci
    Negative
    3

    Doesn't have SMS functionality

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    • Status is Free and Open SourceSimple SMS Messenger is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Status is Privacy focusedSimple SMS Messenger is not according to our users
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