Hangouts 41.0
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Simplify your Google messaging into one app
- PROS: Excellent sync across devices, Feature rich, Easy to use
- CONS: No Google Drive integration, Collects data on how you use the app
Chat & Instant Messaging
(65 programs)WhatsApp Messenger 22.11.73
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Free messaging and calling app
- PROS: Free messaging and voice calls, Video calling, Stickers, Animated GIFs, Encryption, WhatsApp Web, Built-in iCloud backup
- CONS: No option to edit sent messages, No multi-device support, Deleted messages leave an empty remnant behind
TextNow: Call Text Unlimited 22.19.1
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Free texting and calling app
- PROS: Straightforward interface, Syncs across all device, Allows users to earn international credits by watching ads, Free calls and texts across US and Canada
- CONS: Poor call quality, Calls drop frequently, Phone numbers are reset frequently, Frequent scam calls
WeChat 8.0.22
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
WhatsApp style messenger with video chat
- PROS: Features group chats, Invite friends into chats with QR codes, HD video chats, Play games with WeChat friends, Withdraw sent messages feature
- CONS: Overwhelming number of notifications, Video chat may not work well with big groups
imo video calls and chat 2022.4.2
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Another messaging app you don't need
- PROS: Voice and video calls, Share photos, Group chat
- CONS: Offers nothing new
Messenger 362.0
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Free chat platform from Facebook
- PROS: Vanish Mode, Cross platform, ‘Active Status’ can be on or off, Secret chats are end-to-end encrypted
- CONS: Untrustworthy privacy policy, Separate from Facebook app and website
Telegram Messenger 8.7.1
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Free and fast messaging app
- PROS: End-to-end encryption for all chats, Two-factor authenticationation , User-generated sticker packs , Secret chat function
- CONS: Permanently deletes files on secret chats
LINE 12.7.0
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Fun WhatsApp alternative that lets you make calls and chat for free
- PROS: Good call quality, Group chat with up-to 100 people, Wide selection of emoticons, Works across mobile and desktop platforms
- CONS: No option to delete contacts
imo video calls and chat HD 7.2.18
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
A free program for iPhone, by Baby Penguin, LLC.
Houseparty 1.65.0
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Live video chatting app
- PROS: Easy to join group chats, Supports up to 8 people in a group call, Allows simultaneous group calls, Allows users to play games while on the call
- CONS: Lots of call dropouts, Some games do not work, Can be too invasive, Uses an excessive amount of battery
Skype for iPhone 8.75
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Free video and voice calls
- PROS: Very intuitive interface, Excellent sound quality, Uses the address book by default, Calls using WiFi or 3G
- CONS: Less features than the Desktop version
Kik 16.1.0
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Basic chat app that aims to be more than just a messaging service
- PROS: Play games in the app, Easy to use, Send videos, images, sketches and memes
- CONS: Limited features, Basic user interface, A lot of spam
KakaoTalk 9.5.8
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Message friends internationally
- PROS: Simple interface, Easy to use, Worldwide access
- CONS: Few customization options
Tinder - Dating New People 12.23.0
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Mobile match making at its finest
- PROS: Great concept, Very easy to use, Sign-up using Facebook, Instantly meet people near you
- CONS: Some delays in chats
Bumble - Dating Meet People 5.255.2
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Tinder competitor where girls make the first move
- PROS: Really quick to set up and start making matches, Can add additional profile information, Attractive user interface and easy to use
- CONS: Too similiar to Tinder and other dating apps, Some usability and feature flaws
HikeLand - Ludo Video Chat 6.3.95
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Send free SMS messages with this WhatsApp-style app
- PROS: Fast and easy to use, Lets you share multimedia, location, etc., Group chat, Plenty of emoticons
- CONS: Not innovative, Some bugs
BOTIM - Unblocked Video Call and Voice Call 2.6.5
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Free messaging system alternative
- PROS: Free voice and video calls, Video conferencing supports up to 500 participants, File transfer, Encrypted voice and text messages
- CONS: Calls often get disconnected, Noisy connection, Poor battery optimization, Can cause overheating
HelloTalk - Language Learning 4.3.5
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Learn languages while making friends all over the world
- PROS: Find easily friends, Familiar messaging app interface, Dictionaries and translators, Many languages to choose from
- CONS: Connection issues, Sometimes struggle to detect microphone for chat
JioChat 3.1.0
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Chat with your friends and follow your favourite brands
- PROS: Message and follow friends and brands, Available in a variety of languages
- CONS: Limited demographic, Slow support
Skype for iPad 8.79.1
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- iphone
Free chat and video calls on your iPad
- PROS: Attractive, easy-to-use interface, Supports video chat, History window, Manage your profile
- CONS: Poor video quality, No SMS
