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WhatsApp Messengervaries-with-device
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Android
- Windows
- iPhone
- Windows Phone
- Mac
Send free text, audio and video messages from your Android phone
- PROS: Lets you send photos, audio, video, location, and links, Group messaging, Works across different platforms, Support for Android Wear, Syncs with web version, Free calls, Save chats automatically to Google Drive
- CONS: Only works if the other person has the app
- PROS: Supports chats, voice calls, video calls, Support third party apps, Easy to use
- CONS: Compatible apps require new download
- PROS: Easy to get around, Upload photos from your phone, Real time notifications, Chat, Good integration with Android system
- CONS: Not optimized for tablets, News feed isn't ordered chronologically
![imo free video calls and chat]()
imo free video calls and chat9.8.000000010501
Another messaging app you don't need
- PROS: Voice and video calls, Share photos, Group chat, Completely free!
- CONS: Offers nothing new
- PROS: Easy to use, Share to various social networks, Impressive photo editor, Tag friends in images, Geotagging support, Capture and share video
- CONS: Requires sign-up
- PROS: Group videoconferencing, Talk-chat-type, Excellent audiovisual quality, Calls to mobile, Integration with Facebook
- CONS: Requires a good connection, High consumption of resources, Some features are extra
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Messenger for Desktop2.0.9
An unofficial free Facebook desktop client
- PROS: Chat without opening Facebook, Facebook options are automatically imported, Same options as the official Facebook Messenger apps, Completely free, Safe to use
- CONS: Unofficial app that isn't associated with or supported by Facebook, Interface is unimaginative
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Telegram for Desktop1.3.0
Free speedy and secure alternative to WhatsApp
- PROS: Useful notification customization options, Strong focus on security and speed, Seamless synchronization across devices, Completely free
- CONS: Must have a Telegram account on a mobile app
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Facebook for Windows 101.3.0.9
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Windows
The free official Facebook app for Windows 10
- PROS: Excellent user experience, Responsive controls, Ideal for Facebook use on tablets, Displays most important status updates
- CONS: No new functions, Account and privacy options could be improved
- PROS: Simple and easy to use, Excellent file transfer and screenshot tools
- CONS: No video or audio support
- PROS: Supports group chats, Share videos up to 1GB, Send batches of photos, "Snapchat" style Secret Chat, Higher level of privacy compared to WhatsApp
- CONS: Voice messages supported but no voice calling, Small user base compared to WhatsApp
- PROS: Very simple to use, Notifies you of contacts who are on Viber, Decent call quality, Send photos and videos, Stickers and emoticons to liven up chats, Group messaging with up-to 100 people, Hold & Talk feature
- CONS: You may have to convince friends to switch to Viber
- PROS: Simple and minimalist interface, Video calls to multiple people, Apps available during video calls
- CONS: No audio calls, Chrome must always be open
- PROS: Lots of fun effects, Everything from backgrounds to accessories, More free effects on the developer site
- CONS: Effects are poorly positioned, Resizing images often results in a black screen
![imo for Windows 10]()
imo for Windows 101
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Windows
Stay in touch easily with imo for Windows 10
- PROS: Simple manageable interface, Unlimited free voice and video calls
- CONS: Limited customisation and contact management options, User base smaller than major rivals
![Skype for Windows 10]()
Skype for Windows 1014.34.81.0
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Windows
Video chat, texting and instant messaging in one
- PROS: Supports video chats, texting and instant messaging, High quality video chats, Automatically imports contacts from Microsoft accounts, Lots of emoticons, Free group video calls and screen sharing
- CONS: Interface looks a bit sparse, Contacts may need editing after importing
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Messenger Lite1.1
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Android
Send messages without the bloat using Messenger Lite
- PROS: Small size, Access to Messenger service, Simple user interface
- CONS: Fewer features than full version
- PROS: Amazing video quality!, Highly customizable, Great privacy settings
- CONS: Animated backgrounds are ad-ridden, Long installation process, Too much bloat
- PROS: Free calls and messages, Group chats, Many stickers, Minimalist interface...
- CONS: ...that's not very appealing, You need to have the LINE app on your mobile
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Mozilla ThunderbirdEN 24.0
Excellent mail client from the makers of Firefox
- PROS: Free to use, Handles virtual identities, Lots of extensions , Easy to import contacts and mails, Support for Microsoft Exchange, Good learning spam filter, Strong encryption and support for certificates
- CONS: Conversation style message view feature has to be downloaded seperately, Calendar needs to be downloaded seperately
| # | Name | Version | Votes | Rating | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Messenger | (Facebook Messenger) varies-with-device | 8715 | 8.3 | Android, Windows, iPhone, Windows Phone |
| 2 | WhatsApp Messenger | varies-with-device | 25295 | 8.2 | Android, Windows, iPhone, Windows Phone |
| 3 | varies-with-device | 8962 | 8 | Android, Windows Phone, iPhone, Web Apps | |
| 4 | Skype | 8.33.0.50 | 28690 | 7.2 | Windows, Android, Mac, iPhone |
| 5 | LINE | 5.10.0.1789 | 4994 | 7.1 | Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac |
