Chat & Instant Messaging (218 programs)

Pros: It is free fully open source. It has spellcheck SASL proxies and DCC support.

Cons: The starting GUI is pretty ugly. Chat rooms are not very popular or populated these days.

Pros: Simple three-step process. Recovers chats and media. Exports in common formats.

Cons: No advanced filters.

Pros: Focus on privacy. Different customizable themes.

Cons: Not available from official online stores. Vibrant theme only for macOS.