Chat & Instant Messaging (342 programs)
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Has tons of features from an IM client to online videos. Well presented and polished interface. Includes RSS feeds and HD video chats. Widgets expand goober Messenger.CONS: Interface is a little cluttered. Radio and video channels are obscure. A lot to pack into what is essentially an IM client.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Fantastic customization. Unique maps and areas. A wide variety of emotes and interactions. Public and private chat rooms. Smooth interface.CONS: Strange control scheme.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Uses Ribbon menus. Many different servers to choose from.CONS: Interface is rather cluttered and spread out. Not as polished as major IRC clients.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Support for many IM networks. Support for social sites like Facebook and MySpace.CONS: Facebook chat doesn't work. Useless icon in the system tray.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Very easy to set up and use. Great video and audio quality. Support for full screen.CONS: The embedded window can't be moved.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Allows you to see exactly who you're talking to on Teamspeak.CONS: Not very customisable.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Compatible with most major blogging platforms. Supports tabbed WYSIWYG interfaces.CONS: No way to change templates on blogs. No way to administer comments.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Works with multiple tabs. Uses up little RAM.CONS: Only works with Google Talk, Facebook Chat and meebo.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Very easy to setup and use. Allows everything from secure gaming to chatting.CONS: Can crash sometimes. Not a suitable replacement for a professional VPN.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Game function mode. Suitable for beginners and advanced users.CONS: Change of interface can require "relearning" mIRC.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Portable program. Light and clear interface.CONS: Reduced numbers of icons. No voice chat support.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Nice graphics, resolution and details.CONS: Only works on MSN messenger 8.5 with Plus! 4.6 installed.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Allows you to text, speak and share your desktop. Very straightforward to use.CONS: Voice calls can drop easily. Desktop sharing can be slow.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Carry Miranda IM anywhere. Support for many popular IM networks. Upgrade and optimize it with hundreds of plugins.CONS: Dull design. Basic functionality (without plugins).- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Check MySpace and Facebook profiles from the Windows desktop.CONS: No extra features. No configuration settings.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Very simple interface. Works across platforms.CONS: Very limited in features.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Control IM, email and social network accounts from one single interface. Support for the most popular online services. Clear, organized interface. Very complete settings menu.CONS: A bit slow when logging in. Facebook doesn't work properly with Digsby.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Nice design and navigation menu.CONS: No features at the present. Instant messenger just for MSN, Yahoo and Smooch network. Poor usability.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Easy to setup and use.CONS: Only worth using if you install the IM client.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- windows
PROS: Simple interface. Easy to use. Accepts unlimited users.CONS: Not many advanced conferencing options.