Social & Communication (238 programs)

Apple iChat AV
3.2
Free
A Free Communication program for Mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Grids - App for Instagram on Desktop
1.8
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Linphone
1.3
Free
Linphone offers secure, free VOIP
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.
Beeper
4.8
Free
Universal messaging tool
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.
Google Voice and Video
3.4
Free
Voice and video chat for Gmail
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.
AIM for Mac
2.8
Free
AOL chat messenger for Mac
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.
Slack
3.6
Free
Productivity and style with Slack
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.
QQ
4
Free
Free social messaging app
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Free download. Translation feature.
CONS: Low Western user base. Some technical concerns.
MSN Messenger
2.9
Free
MSN Messenger for Mac OS X 10.2.8 to 10.3.9
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 Superseded by a newer version.
Houseparty
3.8
Free
Live video chatting app
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.
Feem for Mac
5
Trial version
Feem: Painless local sharing
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: No need to use internet.
YY
4.1
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
Chinese
Platform
mac
FreeChat for Facebook Messenger
3.3
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Enigma Messenger
4.1
Free
A secure and versatile messaging platform
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: End-to-end encryption for chats and calls. Self-destruct messages. Great group chat capacity. Synchronizes across various platforms.
CONS: Instances of lagging.
Reddit HD
4.4
Paid
Reddit Viewer
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Clean design. Notification of new mail. Easily hare to social media. Upvote/downvote through the app.
CONS: Loads slowly. No visual customisation options. Some accessibility issues (hard to read buttons). Difficult to open links in browser.
Skype for Business
3.1
Free
Communication solution for businesses
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.
Message+
2.5
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
BetterApp - Desktop App for Google Hangouts
4.6
Paid
Cool Tool for Social People
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Very easy to use. Comes with a cool design.
CONS: Need to get Google Hangouts separately. Only compatible with iOS.
Spark
3.2
Free
Full featured IM client for internal communication
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.
Photon
2.8
Free
Export your photos from iPhoto to Movable Type or TypePad
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac