Chat & Instant Messaging (447 programs)

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.

Pros: This is a free software package. A smaller file size could be perfect for older operating systems.

Cons: The last software update occurred in 2012. This system is not as advanced as similar instant messenger platforms.

Pros: Users will not be charged to download and use Signal Private Messenger. There are nearly 40 different languages supported by this software.

Cons: Video calls may experience lag times or poor image quality. There is currently no variant of this package designed for mobile phones.

Pros: Extremely safe and secure. Free from annoying ads.

Cons: Possible to screenshot content. No possible to sync between devices.

Pros: Users will not have to pay to download this smartphone app. Computer-based chat options offer an extra sense of flexibility.

Cons: Video chat features are not currently supported by GroupMe. Only newer operating systems will support this software bundle.

Pros: This is absolutely free software and no advertisements are present. There are no physical servers which cab be hacked or taken offline.

Cons: This software is still under development some bugs may be present. It is only possible to communicate with others who possess this application.

Pros: Free unlimited texting. Accessible across multiple devices. Includes dedicated phone number. Supports picture messaging.

Cons: Limited to texting only.