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Chat & Instant Messaging (342 programs)

  1. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Fantastic customization. Unique maps and areas. A wide variety of emotes and interactions. Public and private chat rooms. Smooth interface.
    CONS: Strange control scheme.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free to download and use. Lots of cool stickers to choose from.
    CONS: Not all stickers available for free. Advertising from companies.
  3. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: The basic version of QQ is free to download and install. It offers fun features such as games films and streaming videos.
    CONS: Some users claim that this software contains malicious adware. Accessing more advanced features will require a one-time subscription fee.
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Safe. Cross platform. Advertisement free. Clean user interface. Convenient notifications. No limit to the amount of conversations.
    CONS: Not endorsed by FB. Third-party software.
  5. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Simple interface. Free calls and messages. Synchronization with all your devices.
    CONS: Poor call quality. The calls are frequently cut off. The phone numbers are frequently reset. Scam calls are very frequent.
  6. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free and open-source. End-to-end encryption for chats.
    CONS: Occasionally sluggish performance. No system tray shortcut.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Neat and organized interface. View notifications and live updates. Check friend requests. Accessible.
    CONS: Does not have advanced features. Old-school interface. Log-in through Facebook website.
  8. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Fun voice altering. Can conduct calls using changed voices. Easy to use.
    CONS: Limited functionality. Can be misused.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Developed by a non-profit organization. End-to-end encryption for calls and texts. Add 150 users in one group chat. Invite potential users via online or text.
    CONS: Created by a for-profit co-founder. Offers bare-minimum security features.
  10. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Excellent call quality. Clean interface. Imports contacts automatically. The Dock function. Dynamic icons.
    CONS: Doesn't support video calls. No innovative features. Can't sign out.
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Ideally suitable for Chromebooks. Free face-to-face video services.
    CONS: The tool doesn't allow you to record videos directly. Getting the volume to work is sometimes tricky.
  12. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Clear, nicely designed interface. Lots of customization options. Support for text, voice and video chats. Usual IM features: smileys, nudges, file sharing... Extra tools like remote control, screen capture and video recording.
    CONS: Sometimes adding contacts is difficult. You can't download new interface themes. Number ID for contacts: not very user-friendly!.
  13. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Quick and simple to set up. Can be set to auto-connect when USB is plugged.
    CONS: Use may violate the terms of your phone contract.
  14. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Multi-platform support. Easy media file organization. Screen sharing support. Record call feature.
    CONS: Difficult to use with large groups. Notifications is unreliable. Conversation updates take a while. Prone to lagging.
  15. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free local calls. Compatible with SIP standards. Supports best voice codes. Encrypts communications.
    CONS: Outdated interface.
  16. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Wide range of collaborative tools. Highly customizable. Integration with third-party services. Very easy to use. Accessible for all types of users.
    CONS: The audio and video quality is improvable.
  17. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Free to use. Easy messaging system. Lots of users to potentially interact with.
    CONS: Some users report fake accounts are common. Hard to delete an account.
  18. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Leverages VoIP technology. Matches extensions with the office setup. Easy registration process.
    CONS: Automatically removes inactive devices. Only works with the 3CX V18 platform.
  19. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    windows
    PROS: Discover and meet new friends through public chatrooms. Open private conversation with closed family & friends. Listen to music or watch videos together. Access thousands of chatrooms.
    CONS: Overfilled with ads. Conversations amongst users in the chatroom are messy.
  20. PROS: Easy to use. Strong voice and video chat.
    CONS: Very slow. Shrinking userbase.

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