The Best Rakuten Viber AlternativesTop Instant Messengers & Video Calling Apps like Rakuten Viber

Rakuten Viber is described as 'Secure messaging, free calls, group chats up to 250, emoji reactions, disappearing messages, low-cost international calls, rich media and community channels' and is a very popular instant messenger in the social & communications category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Rakuten Viber for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Web-based, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best Rakuten Viber alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Rakuten Viber are Telegram, Element, Tox and WhatsApp.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1464 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.

    251 Signal alternatives

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    • Snapcraft
    • Android Auto
    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
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    Signal vs Rakuten Viber Comments
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    Positive
    5

    Open source, meaning audit is possible, verifiably secure end-to-end encryption, multiplatform.

    Guest
    Negative
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    Signal has no IP telephony ability

    • Signal is Free and Open SourceRakuten Viber is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Signal is Security-focused and LightweightRakuten Viber is not according to our users
  2. Telegram icon

    Telegram

     2124 likes

    Maximize your messaging experience with efficient communication, speedy delivery, and optional end-to-end encrypted Secret Chats. Engage in unlimited channels and groups up to 200,000 members. Enhance chat management and media sharing with Telegram Premium and its exclusive benefits. All core features remain free.

    321 Telegram alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Mac
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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Linux Mobile
    • Android Wear
    • PortableApps.com
    • FreeBSD
    • Apple Car Play
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    Telegram vs Rakuten Viber Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    ANTICHRISTUS REX
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    Clear privacy policy. Unhacked till now. Does not require a mobile phone to be installed in another device. Bots, SuperGroups and Channels (similar to blogs). Synchronized between all devices. Free stickers.

    Tons of new features at every update.. and more !!

    Padaone
    Positive
    3

    Telegram is better in every way.

    Rinai Dorensiko
    Positive
    3

    easy to use interface, light, doesn't irritate with spam, nicer design

    3 of 6 comments
    • Telegram is Freemium and ProprietaryRakuten Viber is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Telegram is LightweightRakuten Viber is not according to our users
  4. Element icon

    Element

     835 likes

    Provides secure collaboration with end-to-end encryption, supporting chat, voice, and video calls. Available on all major platforms, it enables digital sovereignty with a decentralized design and interoperability through bridges to systems like Slack and Teams. Includes enterprise-grade SaaS.

    352 Element alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
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  6. Tox icon

    Tox

     573 likes

    With the rise of widespread government monitoring programs, Tox is an easy to use application that allows you to connect with friends and loved ones without anyone else listening in.

    224 Tox alternatives

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    • BSD
    • F-Droid
    The Universal Tox Client. A Tox client that runs on Android, iOS, Windows, Mac OSX, Linux, FreeBSD & the web. Written in JS using React & React Native / electron.
     
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    Tox is free and far more secure than viber whats app skype zoom facebook messenger and a lot of the other liberty takers for a start... signal along with Tox is also a very good alternative..

    • Tox is Free and Open SourceRakuten Viber is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Tox is Decentralized, Security-focused and LightweightRakuten Viber is not according to our users
  8. WhatsApp icon

    WhatsApp

     859 likes

    Exchange messages without SMS fees using this app for iPhone, Android and desktop, featuring group chats, multimedia sharing, and video calls. The app requires an internet connection and the latest version for optimal functionality.

    272 WhatsApp alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Online
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Apple Car Play
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  9. Wire icon

    Wire

     333 likes

    Secure communication platform featuring encrypted chats and calls, file and media sharing, self-deleting messages, device verification, group collaboration, and customizable settings. Supports use across multiple devices with no phone number required for access.

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    • Snapcraft
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  10. Zulip icon

    Zulip

     275 likes

    Threaded group conversations combine live and asynchronous messaging, separating topics for organized collaboration, supporting open-source, cloud, and self-hosted deployments, secure communication with encryption, and multi-platform access for diverse teams.

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    • BSD
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    • F-Droid
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  11. Element X icon

    Element X

     51 likes

    It is the brand new, and fastest ever, Matrix client. It is for personal and community use, and will support enterprise functionality later this year.

    138 Element X alternatives

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    • Android
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    • Android Auto
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  12. Mattermost icon

    Mattermost

     256 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.

    154 Mattermost alternatives

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    • JavaScript
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Go (Programming Language)
    • Cloudron
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  13. TeamSpeak icon

    TeamSpeak

     216 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.

    77 TeamSpeak alternatives

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    • Freemium
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    • Flathub
    • Cloudron
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    Conversations

     106 likes

    Conversations is a privacy focused, open source XMPP Texting [Jabber] client for Android 4.0+ smart phones with wife-approved easy encryption [OTR, OMEMO, or GPG].

    165 Conversations alternatives

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    • Android
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    • F-Droid
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    Conversations vs Rakuten Viber Comments
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    Positive
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    Has End-to-End encryption by default. Is decentral/federated so not to block or shutdown.

    • Conversations is Free and Open SourceRakuten Viber is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Conversations is Decentralized and LightweightRakuten Viber is not according to our users
  15. Google Voice icon

    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.

    54 Google Voice alternatives

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    • Free
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