Skype Alternatives

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   Mattermost

    257 likes

   Self-hosted collaboration platform featuring chat, workflow automation, voice and video calling, screen sharing, AI capabilities, broad third-party integration support, cross-platform apps, compatibility with Slack imports, and flexible deployment options for secure team communication.

   155 Mattermost alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Paid
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Group Chat
   • Team Collaboration

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Self-Hosted
   • JavaScript
   • Software as a Service (SaaS)
   • Go (Programming Language)
   • Cloudron

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Negative comment by MasteLrugarius · Nov 7, 2016

   Its oriented on enterprize

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   • Mattermost is Paid and ProprietarySkype is Freemium and Proprietary
   • Mattermost is a Group Chat Skype is a Video Calling App
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   TeamSpeak

    217 likes

   Embrace lag-free, secure voice chats with TeamSpeak, offering cross-platform compatibility and low CPU usage. Enjoy advanced audio controls, push-to-talk, in-game overlay, and security-focused privacy features, tailored for gamers seeking seamless communication.

   87 TeamSpeak alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Group Chat
   • Encrypted Chat

   Origin

   • Germany
   • EU

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Flathub
   • Cloudron

   • Germany
   • EU

   

   

   

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   Positive comment by Guest · Jun 28, 2018

   Self-hosted, privacy, encrypted, free license for 32 slots

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   • TeamSpeak is Freemium and ProprietarySkype is also Freemium and Proprietary
   • TeamSpeak is a Group Chat Skype is a Video Calling App
   • TeamSpeak is DecentralizedSkype is not according to our users
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   Rakuten Viber

    337 likes

   Offers secure messaging with end-to-end encryption, unlimited free calls, group chats for up to 250 members, rich media sharing, emoji reactions, AR lenses, self-destruct messages, affordable international calls, community channels, and robust privacy across devices.

   180 Rakuten Viber alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Instant Messenger
   • Video Calling

   Origin

   • Japan

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • HUAWEI AppGallery
   • iPad
   • Android Wear
   • Samsung Galaxy Store

   • Japan

   

   

   

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   Positive comment by Guest · Feb 12, 2018

   Nearly all features that Skype offers plus CALL TRANSFERS from one device to another.

   Positive comment by Robin Walker · Jul 16, 2018

   had no problems until now and really high security standards

   Negative comment by edlee · Dec 20, 2016

   Viber is a poor clone of WhatsApp

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   • Rakuten Viber is Freemium and ProprietarySkype is also Freemium and Proprietary
   • Rakuten Viber is an Instant Messenger Skype is a Video Calling App
   • Rakuten Viber is Privacy focusedSkype is not according to our users
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6. 

   

   Rocket.Chat

    164 likes

   Open-source chat server supporting real-time group, direct, and private messaging, video calls, file sharing, helpdesk chat, API integrations, desktop notifications, emojis, LDAP authentication, cross-platform apps, and customizable extensions for teams.

   171 Rocket.Chat alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Open Source (MIT)

   Application typeApplication types

   • Group Chat
   • Instant Messenger

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • iPad
   • Self-Hosted
   • Cloudron
   • Snapcraft
   • Android Tablet

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Positive comment by edlee · Dec 20, 2016

   Good alternative to Slack because it is free and self-hosted.

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   • Rocket.Chat is Freemium and Open SourceSkype is Freemium and Proprietary
   • Rocket.Chat is a Group Chat Skype is a Video Calling App
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   Zoom

    161 likes

   Provides robust video meetings with up to 100 participants, screen sharing, real-time chat, cloud recording, whiteboard and document collaboration, AI-generated meeting summaries, seamless device switching, phone and messaging integration, and multitasking support.

   258 Zoom alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Video Calling
   • Web Conferencing

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Mac
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • Android Tablet
   • iPad
   • Apple Watch
   • Snapcraft
   • Android Auto
   • Apple TV
   • Flathub
   • Samsung Galaxy Store
   • Android TV
   • Apple Car Play
   • Chocolatey

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Positive comment by Jan Rychter · May 13, 2018

   Video-conferencing that actually works!

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   • Zoom is Freemium and ProprietarySkype is also Freemium and Proprietary
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   Google Voice

    151 likes

   Google Voice gives you one number for all your phones, voicemail organized in an email format, free US long distance calls, low rates on international calls, and many free calling features, including transcripts, call blocking, call screening, conference calling, SMS, and more.

   59 Google Voice alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Proprietary

   Application type

   • Video Calling

   Origin

   • United States

   Platforms

   • Online
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • iPad
   • Android Tablet

   • United States

   

   

   

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    Linphone

     144 likes

    Linphone is one of the most famous open source softphones in the world. It is fully SIP-based, for all calling, presence and IM features.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application typeApplication types

    • Instant Messenger
    • Video Calling

    Origin

    • France
    • EU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    • France
    • EU

    

    

    

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    Positive comment by vladmihaisima · May 14, 2025

    It is able to do voip calls without headaches. Sound quality seems better than skype.

    Positive comment by Guest · Jan 4, 2016

    Allows voice, video and text converstaions

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    • Linphone is Free and Open SourceSkype is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Linphone is an Instant Messenger Skype is a Video Calling App
    • Linphone is Privacy focusedSkype is not according to our users
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    Messenger

     232 likes

    Provides comprehensive communication features including group video calls, voice calls, fast messaging, photo sharing, and location mapping. Access through mobile and web platforms with real-time notifications, ensuring seamless interactions using multimedia tools.

    209 Messenger alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Instant Messenger
    • Video Calling

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Meta Quest
    • Kindle Fire
    • Chrome OS

    • United States

    

    

    

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    Mirotalk

     18 likes

    Powered by WebRTC, Real-time video call, chat room and screen sharing entirely browser based.

    91 Mirotalk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (AGPL-3.0)

    Application typeApplication types

    • Video Calling
    • Group Chat

    Origin

    • Italy
    • EU

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker Hub
    • YunoHost
    • Cloudron

    • Italy
    • EU

    

    

    

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    Trillian

     279 likes

    Trillian is an instant messaging app that works on phones, tablets, and desktops while keeping your chats neatly synchronized between all of them! We think conversation should be easily shared between all of your devices, not trapped as text messages on your phone.

    155 Trillian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    • Instant Messenger

    Origin

    • United States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Blackberry
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    • United States

    

    

    

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    Nextcloud Talk

     36 likes

    Self-hosted communication platform with secure audio, video, chat, web conferencing, screensharing, advanced encryption, and metadata privacy, running on user-controlled servers, supporting web and mobile apps, and eliminating third-party data exposure.

    123 Nextcloud Talk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source (AGPL-3.0)

    Application typeApplication types

    • Video Calling
    • Group Chat

    Origin

    • Germany
    • EU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Nextcloud
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • OpenAPK

    • Germany
    • EU

    

    

    

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    Infomaniak kMeet

     25 likes

    Encrypted video meetings with unlimited participants, screen sharing, recording with secure storage, no data sale or registration, chat, reactions, calendar and background features, hosted entirely in Switzerland on renewable energy and compliant with strict privacy laws.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (GPL-3.0)

    Application typeApplication types

    • Video Calling
    • Group Chat

    Origin

    • Switzerland

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid

    • Switzerland

    

    

    

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