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Chat & Instant Messaging

(178 programs)

Microsoft Teams 1.4.00.19572
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
A free collaboration tool for businesses
285 votes
198K downloads
- PROS: Has a feature-rich platform, Offers voice and video calling, Option to integrate with third-party apps
- CONS: May seem complicated to administrators
Zoom Meetings 5.6.1
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Large scale VoIP and IM program
562 votes
100K downloads
- PROS: More than 50 users in one call, 49 users displayed on screen, Screen sharing capability, Chat feature
- CONS: Unclear encryption settings
Skype 8.75.0.140
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free communication tool
3329 votes
2M downloads
- PROS: Cross platform, Easily accessed, Make voice calls for free, Multitude of customization capabilities, International texting and calling available
- CONS: Complicated to find the Skype ID, Contacts get synced without permission
Whatsapp 2.2134.10
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Use WhatsApp on your Mac
1179 votes
226K downloads
- PROS: Can send media files, Simple interface, Easy installation, Convenient communication
- CONS: Must link mobile app, No call feature, No share location feature
LINE 3.4.1
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Call friends for free on any mobile device or PC
239 votes
370K 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
Telegram 4.8
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free and encrypted messaging app
151 votes
45K downloads
- PROS: Easy to set up, Strong privacy features, Extensive selection of stickers
- CONS: Users can make changes to the program
Snap Camera 1.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free Snapchat filters for desktop
38 votes
9K downloads
- PROS: Easy to use, Filters can be used during real time video chats, Wide selection of face filters, Does not require users to log in
- CONS: Cannot be used to access Snapchat accounts, Does not allow Snap exchanges between users
Discord 0.0.262
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free chat service for Mac
219 votes
19K downloads
- PROS: Invite-only, Intuitive UI, Cross-platform, Highly customizable, Plenty of mediums to chat
- CONS: Slightly cluttered
Twitter for Mac 4.3.2
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Official Twitter client for Mac
87 votes
102K downloads
- PROS: Very slick interface, Easy to use, Suits OS X
- CONS: New tweet button a bit hidden, Notifications a bit limited, Basically the same as Tweetie
IMVU 538.4
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Unique 3D IM client with avatars
146 votes
36K 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
Google Hangouts 2019.411.420.3
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Google's platform for instant messaging and videoconferencing
558 votes
74K downloads
- PROS: Simple and minimalist interface, Video calls to multiple people, Apps available during video calls
- CONS: No audio calls, Chrome must always be open
ICQ 3.0.31019
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Chat with your friends on the internet
29 votes
24K downloads
Facebook Messenger 46.16.123
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Free text and video messaging tool from Facebook
158 votes
72K downloads
- PROS: Simple interface, Stable audio and video calls, Video conferencing feature supports up to 50 participants with no time limit, Customizable chats
- CONS: No default end-to-end encryption
Houseparty 1.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Live video chatting app
5 votes
2K downloads
- 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
KakaoTalk 2.5.6
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Chat with friends worldwide for free
18 votes
23K downloads
- PROS: Simple interface, Quick response when using SMS, Voice call quality is good
- CONS: Locked to a single device, Searching for contacts is hit-or-miss
Viber 3.1.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Viber on your Mac Desktop
243 votes
237K downloads
- PROS: Syncs chats with mobile devices, Very easy to use, Good alternative to Skype and Messages
- CONS: No video chats, No video conferencing
ManyCam 7.3.0
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Add iChat style special effects to your webcam
244 votes
19K downloads
- PROS: Lots of fun effects, Everything from backgrounds to accessories, More free effects on the developer site
- CONS: Effects are poorly positioned
Jitsi Meet 2.10
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Conduct video conferences for free
198 votes
3K downloads
- PROS: Unlimited users, Easy to create and join calls, No account needed, Encrypted calls
- CONS: Some connectivity issue, Delay audio
Message+ 2.5
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
A free program for mac
2 votes
1K downloads
Messenger for Desktop 2.4.8
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Made more accessible
269 votes
103K downloads
- PROS: No need to open Facebook, Facebook options are automatically imported, Same features and functions as the original Messenger, Accessible
- CONS: Limited customization options

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