Chat & Instant Messaging (22 programs)

WhatsApp Web
4
Free
Free version of WhatsApp for web browsers
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Very easy to install and use. Familiar interface. Reliable. Fast.
CONS: More basic than mobile version. No video or audio calls.
ChatGPT
4.2
Free
Free AI chatbot
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Easy-to-use. Can solve math problems and programming codes.
CONS: Requires an account to use. Can fail to generate content on niche inquiries.
WeChat for Web
4.2
Free
WeChat on the Web
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Allows you to access all your conversations in your web browser. Has all the functionalities of the mobile WeChat app. Gives users the option to transfer files. Does not use normal username and password login.
CONS: Still uses its mobile version as a server. Scanning the QR code sometimes takes ages.
Omegle
4.4
Free
Chat Online Without Revealing Your Identity
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Anonymous chatting. Mobile app available. Interest tags. Dorm chat mode.
CONS: Not cut out for serious chatting. Questionable adult content. Unmonitored video section. Bots could be an issue.
Google Meet
4.4
Free
Free video conferencing web app
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Integrated with G Suite applications. Gather over 100 participants in one call. Intuitive graphical user interface.
CONS: Limited to 1 hour conferences. Basic conferencing tools.
Hangouts
4.1
Free
Free unified messaging network
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Intuitive interface for all users. Compatible with multiple devices. Supports large group chats and calls.
CONS: Exclusive to Gmail users.
Telegram
4.1
Free
Speedy and secure alternative to WhatsApp
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Strong focus on security and speed. Seamless synchronization across devices. Categorized emojis. Can translate chats.
CONS: Must have a Telegram account on a mobile app.
ooVoo
3.6
Free
Cross-platform messaging and video calling app
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Cross-platform. Up to 12 participants in a single video call. Active social community.
CONS: Inconsistent user experience across platforms. Slow performance.
Google Translate
3.3
Free
The all-round translator
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: 60 supported languages. Functions to translate offline. Good voice recognition. You can hear the pronunciation.
CONS: The translations are not always perfect.
Hangouts Chat
3.5
Free
Google’s chat and collaboration tool for teams
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Good integration with other Google apps. Accessible via mobile, computer or web.
CONS: How many Google chat apps do we need?. Cannot assign tasks to chat participants.
Nightbot
5
Free
Handy Twitch Chat Tool
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Message Dashboard. Customization and Commands. Spam Filters. Chat Logs.
CONS: Requires an account. Requires constant usage to maintain account. May conflict with other open chatbot applications.
Open Assistant
4.1
Free
Free chat-based AI assistant
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Can perform tasks aside from writing text. Comes with third-party integration.
CONS: Only allows a limited number of users. Can take longer depending on the prompt.
AIM Preview
3
Free
Video chat and more right from your web browser
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Chat with contacts from Facebook or Google Talk within app. Video chat is simple to use. Nice, clean interface.
CONS: Potential security issues with remotely stored chat histories. Not as many users as on other IM clients.
whistle.im
5
Free
Secure instant messaging tool
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Claims to be very secure. Extremely easy to use once signed-up.
CONS: Not clear exactly how it encrypts. Beta may be unstable.
Say Namaste
5
Free
A free video and chat app
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Easy-to-use interface. Up to 50 participants in a single call. Allows file sharing. Can screen-share.
CONS: Screen-sharing is only available on PC. Can’t set meetings in advanced. No configurable settings.
Meebo
3.8
Free
Connect with all your instant messaging contacts
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Supports a huge range of networks. Easy to use. Supports audio and video chat. Records chat history. Customizable interface. Set up your own chat rooms.
CONS: Doesn't support Skype accounts. Media sharing feature doesn't work well.
iCloud
3.8
Free
A free app for Web apps, by Apple.
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
eBuddy
3.4
Free
Online chat with Messenger, Yahoo!, AIM, Google Talk and loads more
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Supports multiple accounts. Supports conference chats. Lots of personalization options.
CONS: Lots of ads. Chat opens in new window.
Daily
4
Free
An extension to improve upon password management
License
Free
Language
English
Platform
web-apps
PROS: Improves upon password management. Users can contribute to the source code.
CONS: Only for the Mozilla Firefox web browser. Still being developed before its official release.
Text Free
3.5
Free
Free platform to send text messages online
License
Free
Language
Platform
web-apps
PROS: There is no charge to use this handy application. Registration will take only a few minutes to complete.
CONS: As this is new software there may be some minor bugs present. Voice chat is not currently supported by Text Free.