Chat & Instant Messaging (204 programs)
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Works with multiple tabs. Uses up little RAM.CONS: Only works with Google Talk, Facebook Chat and meebo.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Connect with Mac users. Join groups and events. Good privacy settings.CONS: Awkward chat tool. Closed network.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Fully customizable. Chat on multiple Jabber and IM accounts. Lots of tips and strong community. SSL encryption and OpenPGP.CONS: Commands can be a little technical.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Sync contacts easily.CONS: Limited features.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: View chat history. iChat doesn't need to be launched. Search by buddy, date or keyword.CONS: Not that easy to browse through.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Loads of plugins. XMPP client (works with ICQ, MSN, Google Talk). Manage messages via inbox. Sharing whiteboard is fun.CONS: Normal messages a little confusing. Can't use multiple accounts. Sometimes stalls at startup.- License
- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Easy to set up and use. Add filters before snapshot. Make videos and snapshots. Share videos.CONS: Limited control.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Supports nine different apps. Easy to use.CONS: Doesn't work as well with all services.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Easy to install. 56 different effects.CONS: Crashes sometimes in 64 bit mode.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Very attractive design. Integrated capture tool in chat windows. Complete profile for users. Extra tools.CONS: Some bugs when managing contacts. Configuration settings uncomplete.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Display animated status. Very simple to use. Communicates with other apps. Display iTunes songs.CONS: Limited to iChat.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Great design. Good performance. Take your profile and message logs with you anywhere.CONS: Not many internet cafés use Macs.- License
- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Loads of effects. Appears at bottom of iChat interface.CONS: Can't add effects directly from the interface. Can be unstable.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
- License
- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Lots of people online. Lots of different rooms available. Good for those using sign language.CONS: Very confusing and overwhelming at first. Interface looks a bit cheap.- License
- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Adds hundreds of new functionalities to iChat. Includes Growl support. All contacts grouped into one contacts pane. Free to use.CONS: Still doesn't feel quite as slick as Adium. No off the record messaging.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Elegant interface. Supports a multitude of plugins.CONS: Doesn't support audio or voice.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Wide choice.CONS: Some look outdated.- License
- Trial version Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Chatrooms for a host of different subjects and peoples. Easy to use and get involved in. High resolution video images.CONS: Requires subscription to view full profiles. More for hooking-up with people than conferencing.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
