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Whatsapp
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
WhatsApp for Mac - not quite there yet
271 votes
141K downloads
- PROS: Offers almost all of the same options as the mobile app, Chatting is a lot faster using a keyboard, Offers real time synchronization between app and PC, Well-designed interface
- CONS: Mobile device must be connected in order to use it, Some options are missing
Skype (OS X 10.9+) 7.8.388
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Skype, the telephone of the 21st century
1013 votes
1M downloads
- PROS: Video teleconferencing, High video quality, Supports up to 10 people at once in video chats, Redesigned interface, New skype chat, Integration with Facebook and MSN Messenger, Optimised for retina Macs, Improved chat feature
- CONS: New wider interface takes some getting used to, Doesn't support PPC Macs, Video conferencing is now a premium feature, Many users may not like the redesign
Messenger for Desktop 1.2.4.
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
An unofficial Facebook desktop client
58 votes
60K downloads
- PROS: Chat without opening Facebook, Facebook options are automatically imported, Same options as the official Facebook Messenger apps
- CONS: Unofficial app that isn't associated with or supported by Facebook, Interface is unimaginative
Facebook 4 Mac 4.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Use Facebook without the browser
37 votes
227K downloads
- PROS: Separates Facebook from your browser, No installation required, Manage from your system tray app
- CONS: No options, Nothing new or unique, Not essential
Viber 3.1.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Viber on your Mac Desktop
161 votes
208K downloads
- PROS: Syncs chats with mobile devices, Very easy to use, Good alternative to Skype and Messages
- CONS: No video chats, No video conferencing
LINE 3.4.1
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Call friends for free on any mobile device or PC
154 votes
339K downloads
- PROS: Call for free to any mobile device or PC, Supports short audio and video messages, More flexible than FaceTime
- CONS: No video calling yet, Too many useless emoticons
IMVU 526.32
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Unique 3D IM client with avatars
33 votes
16K downloads
- PROS: Very original 3D chat rooms, Totally customizable avatars, Credits enable you to acquire new stuff
- CONS: Chat in speech bubbles is confusing, It can take some time to load
Skype 8.16.0.4
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
The phone of the 21st century
90 votes
99K downloads
- PROS: Group conferencing, Chat messaging, Excellent audio/video quality, Make calls to mobile devices, Facebook integration
- CONS: Requires a good connection, Uses a lot of resources, Some features cost extra
Discord 0.0.298
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Chat with friends, family and fellow gamers, for free
8 votes
3K downloads
- PROS: Great interface, Easy bot scripting
- CONS: No Ctrl+F, Slow log retrieval
KakaoTalk 2.1.9
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
A free program for mac, by Kakao Corp.
No votes yet
8K downloads

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