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Chat & Instant Messaging (179 programs)

  1. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: All your messaging and file transfer in one place. User friendly and smart desig. Syncs with mobile devices.
    CONS: Can take some time for the whole team to learn.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Integrates Facebook into your Mac desktop. Logs on automatically. Very discreet.
    CONS: Dock icon doesn't do anything. Few configuration options.
  3. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Developed by a non-profit organization. End-to-end encryption for calls and texts. Allows 150 users in one group chat. Invite potential users via online or text.
    CONS: Created by a for-profit co-founder. Offers bare-minimum security features.
  5. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Simple to use. Integration with Windows Live Mail. Lots of emoticons.
    CONS: No webcam support. Sending files is slow. Superseded by a newer version.
  6. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Supports 15 messaging apps. Simple interface. iMessage works even in a non-Apple device. Extendable features with plugins and integrations.
    CONS: Requires invitation before signing up. Using iMessage on non-Apple device is complicated.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: No need to open Facebook. Facebook options are automatically imported. Same features and functions as the original Messenger. Accessible.
    CONS: Limited customization options.
  8. PROS: Clear, nicely designed interface. Lots of customization options. Support for text, voice and video chats. Usual IM features: smileys, nudges, file sharing... Extra tools like remote control, screen capture and video recording.
    CONS: Sometimes adding contacts is difficult. You can't download new interface themes. Number ID for contacts: not very user-friendly!. No video chat feature.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  10. 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.
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  12. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  13. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Easy to set up. Excellent image and sound quality. Can be expanded to full screen.
    CONS: Requires Gmail account. No multichat. Does not work with GTalk yet.
  14. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: No need to use internet.
  15. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Full calling functionality over the internet. Instant messages and picture sharing.
    CONS: You don’t get as much support as big rivals. Technical side is less user-friendly needs setup.
  16. 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.
  17. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    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.
  18. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Lots of ways to customize sounds. Lots of plug-ins to choose from.
    CONS: Requires an AOL account. Doesn't allow you to connect to other accounts. Adds nothing particularly new to current messaging clients.
  19. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    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.
  20. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Reliable text-based and video messaging. Screen sharing support. Record call feature. Supports file-sharing.
    CONS: Difficult to use with large groups. Unreliable notifications. Slow conversation updates. Prone to lagging.

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