Download Messaging App - Best Software & Apps

WhatsApp Messenger2.19.69

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone; Windows Phone; Mac

Send free text, audio and video messages from your Android phone

38699 votes

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

Messenger205.0.0.18.110

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone; Windows Phone; Mac

Text, voice calls, and video calls now included

15295 votes

PROS: Supports chats, voice calls, video calls, Support third party apps, Easy to use
CONS: Compatible apps require new download

imo free video calls and chat9.8.000000011461

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone

Another messaging app you don't need

7238 votes

PROS: Voice and video calls, Share photos, Group chat, Completely free!
CONS: Offers nothing new

Facebook for Windows 101.3.0.9

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

The free official Facebook app for Windows 10

3673 votes

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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

Telegram5.4.0

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone; Mac; Web Apps

Fast and secure messaging app

776 votes

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

WeChat2.6.7

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone; Mac; Windows Phone

The popular chat app from China gets an English version

535 votes

PROS: Simple and easy to use, Excellent file transfer and screenshot tools
CONS: No video or audio support

Google Translate5.27.0.RC04.237379852

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone; Web Apps

Your pocket translator

508 votes

PROS: Translates from text, picture, voice, and SMS, 60 supported languages, Functions to translate offline, Good voice recognition, You can hear the pronunciation
CONS: The translations are not always perfect

Hangouts2017.1019.418.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone

Google's platform for instant messaging and videoconferencing

1459 votes

PROS: Simple and minimalist interface, Video calls to multiple people, Apps available during video calls
CONS: No audio calls, Chrome must always be open

Hike Messenger5.15.20

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows Phone; iPhone

Send free SMS messages with this WhatsApp-style app

286 votes

PROS: Fast and easy to use, Lets you share multimedia, location, etc., Group chat, Plenty of emoticons, Supports Hidden chats
CONS: Not innovative, Some bugs

Twitter for Windows 10

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Native Twitter app for Windows 8

313 votes

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PROS: Tweet in a Modern UI app setting, Easy to navigate, Can view web pages and media within the app, Mention notifications
CONS: Mentions must have exact username to link to profiles, Can encounter daily tweet limits, Doesn't natively support multiple accounts

Way2SMS2.5

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Java

Free App for News Lovers

168 votes

PROS: Available in eight different Indian languages, Regular news updates
CONS: Plagued with pop up ads, Format is a bit cluttered

Baidu App Store5.0.1.8503

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Download Apps From A Chinese Store For Free!

134 votes

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PROS: Great for Chinese users, Multilingual support
CONS: Mostly Chinese apps, Small selection

iCloud4.0.3.56

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Web Apps

Automatically synchronize content between iOS and PC

368 votes

PROS: Control panel is easy to use, Integration with Windows Explorer
CONS: Limited storage space

Yahoo! Messenger2.0.4

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Mac; Pocket PC; Java; iPhone

Another messaging service? Yahoo?

189 votes

PROS: Nice looking and easily navigated, Plenty of features, Yahoo! and MSN comunity memebers will find all they need, Geotagging yourself in a messenger app could have its uses
CONS: No one I know really uses Yahoo! or MSN, You have to explicit login to use

LINE for Windows 10

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

The ultimate communication app, also on Windows 10

440 votes

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PROS: Simple to navigate, High quality voice calls, Send voice recordings to chat messages
CONS: Requires access to your location, Will only work with Windows 8 and upwards

WhatsApp Business2.19.18

License: free Download
Platform: Android

Free App for Business Management

141 votes

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PROS: Free to download and use, Unique way to do business
CONS: Mobile number required for sign up, A bit limited in its scope

Facebook 4 Mac4.0

License: free Download
Platform: Mac

Use Facebook without the browser

45 votes

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PROS: Separates Facebook from your browser, No installation required, Manage from your system tray app
CONS: No options, Nothing new or unique, Not essential

Tango6.5.233394

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; iPhone; Windows Phone

Free video calling and messaging app for Android

442 votes

PROS: Simple to set up, Make free calls over 3G, 4G or WiFi, Easy to use, Good call quality, Play games, listen to music, send animations and more, Good friend discovery and social features
CONS: No group video conferencing, Limited privacy settings

Kik15.6.0.19846

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows Phone; Java; BlackBerry

Basic chat app that aims to be more than just a messaging service

194 votes

PROS: Play games in the app, Easy to use, Send videos, images, sketches and memes, Bots
CONS: Limited features, Basic user interface, A lot of spam

GO SMS Pro7.85

License: free Download
Platform: Android

A SMS app that really delivers

121 votes

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PROS: Focus on privacy and security, Send images, videos and voice messages, Close enough to stock messaging app to make it very easy to use, Customize your messages with different themes, fonts and photos
CONS: No overall app lock, Appearance is a touch boring

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	imo free video calls and chat	9.8.000000011461	7238	8.4	Android, Windows, iPhone
2	Messenger	205.0.0.18.110	15295	8.3	Android, Windows, iPhone, Windows Phone
3	WhatsApp Messenger	2.19.69	38699	8.3	Android, Windows, iPhone, Windows Phone
4	Facebook for Windows 10	1.3.0.9	3673	7.8	Windows
5	Hangouts	2017.1019.418.1	1459	7.3	Windows, Android, iPhone

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

imo free video calls and chat

9.8.000000011461

7238

8.4

Android, Windows, iPhone

Messenger

205.0.0.18.110

15295