WhatsApp Alternatives

One of the most popular alternatives to WhatsApp is Signal, which is free and open source. Other popular alternatives are Telegram, Element, Matrix and Fluxer. You're spoiled for choice with Instant Messengers like WhatsApp: we list more than 100 alternatives for Android, iPhone, Windows, iPad and the web.

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  1. CloudTalk.io icon
     7 likes

    Cloud-based call center software offering over 50 advanced features for customer experience, rapid setup, centralized management, CRM and helpdesk integrations, compatibility with any device, real-time customer info, performance metrics, and no hardware required.

    133 CloudTalk.io alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  2. We have a telephony ecosystem that enables messaging as well as voice and video calls using our app, (easy) integration with your own app, or your own web site. Or all of the above.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2022

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  3. Converse is a messaging app for decentralized, secure, end-to-end encrypted conversations. Built on the XMTP network, Converse lets you own your conversations and take them anywhere whenever you want, ensuring your most important messages—the ones you never want to lose or be...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  4. Coco Voice icon
     4 likes

    Coco Voice is a Walkie Talkie app to share voice, text, and pictures.

    • VOICE, TEXT & PHOTO messages
    • Completely FREE with no annoying advertisements
    • 1-Click sign-in with Facebook
    • Group chats
    • Publish your voice on Facebook or Twitter
    • Supports WiFi, 3G and any oth.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2012

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  5. Shuff icon
     2 likes

    Shuff is not only a messenger, it's a new way to communicate, either with friends or strangers. Interactivity in real time, customization, and much more...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • Apple Watch
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  6. Eleet.im icon
     1 like

    ELEET is an innovative next-generation messenger that keeps you in touch with your friends and family without compromising on comfort and ease of use. First-rate protection of your personal information is a main difference of this application, which outputs sharing the personal...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Since

    • Since 2016

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  7. Dust icon
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    DUST gives you control over your digital life. We believe online life is real life, so only you should control what is known about you. Our users are protected—free from worry of prying eyes, data mining, sketchy hackers, and the paranoia that your words could come back to haunt...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2020

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
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  8. Noor icon
     Like

    Chat like you're in the office together. For teams that love informal catch-ups and impromptu chats. A whole new team experience built for rapid collaboration.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  9. Chatfri icon
     Like

    Tired of the endless swiping and judging profiles? Dive into a world of real conversation with ChatFri, the app that connects you with new people based on what truly matters: your interests and thoughts.

    62 Chatfri alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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  10. 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.

    Cost / License

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
    • Python
    • Nix Package Manager
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  11. Paltalk icon
     8 likes

    Instant messaging with voice and video options, live group video chat for up to 10 participants, public and private rooms, interest communities, mobile and desktop access, user-created rooms, moderation tools, and options for anonymous participation.

    56 Paltalk alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2012

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Kindle Fire
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  12. Voxer icon
     9 likes

    Turn your phone into a Walkie Talkie.

    Don't waste time on phone calls and voicemails.

    Voxer is a Walkie Talkie app for smartphones. Send instant Audio, Text, Photo and Location messages to one friend or a group of your friends. Your friends can listen to your message while.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2012

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Windows Phone
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
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