Chat & Instant Messaging (342 programs)

1. 

   MessengerTime

   • 4.1

   • Free

   Free Software to Access Facebook from Desktops and Laptops

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows

   PROS: A potentially useful alternative for those who do not like Facebook Messenger. The interface is easy to use and it can be installed at no charge.

   CONS: Some may be tricked into believing that MessengerTime is an official Facebook application. There are currently no versions available for mobile devices or Mac operating systems.
2. 

   Messenger Plus! for Skype

   • 2.9

   • Free

   The ultimate complement to Skype

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows

   PROS: Convenient sidebar with extra features. Call recording. High quality video. Maintains text of conversation history. Simple and clear options.

   CONS: Animations can only be seen by other add-on users.
3. 

   ZIM

   • 4.2

   • Trial version

   Chat and instant messaging server

   License

   Trial version Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows
4. 

   Androck

   • 3.1

   • Free

   Run All your Mobile Messaging Apps in one Windows App

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows
5. 

   Mercury Messenger

   • 3.9

   • Free

   IM client with RSS and multiple account support

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows

   PROS: Interesting RSS support. Open up multiple accounts. Interchangeable interface.

   CONS: Weak interface. Limited to MSN.
6. 

   Windows Live Messenger 10th Anniversary Pack

   • 2.8

   • Free

   Celebrate Messenger's birthday with this special pack

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows

   PROS: Easy, quick installation.

   CONS: Not many items included.
7. 

   ICQ Pro 2003b build

   • 2

   • Free

   Chat on the classic ICQ version

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows
8. 

   Pidgin Portable

   • 4

   • Free

   Instant messaging made portable and secure

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows

   PROS: Portable program. Light and clear interface.

   CONS: Reduced numbers of icons. No voice chat support.
9. 

   ICQ Lite Starter

   • 4.5

   • Free

   Use multiple ICQ accounts simultaneously

   License

   Free Download

   Language

   English

   Platform

   windows
10. 

    QIP 2010

    • 4.3

    • Free

    ICQ client, free and ad free

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows
11. 

    Tweeten

    • 4.6

    • Free

    A free program for windows

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows
12. 

    Gizmo5

    • 3.5

    • Free

    A free phone for your computer

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows

    PROS: Easy to use. Good looking interface. Accessible remotely. Features a free call recorder.

    CONS: Calling rates should be more competitive.
13. 

    Skype Voice Changer Pro

    • 3.2

    • Trial version

    Change your voice for Skype conversations

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows

    PROS: Easy to use. Voice effects. Useful secondary options.

    CONS: Sound effects are limited.
14. 

    SMS Cute

    • 5

    • Trial version

    Send, receive and manage SMS messages

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows
15. 

    HipChat

    • 3.4

    • Trial version

    Free Software to Streamline Chats within the Business Community

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows

    PROS: Fully customisable skins and profiles to streamline the user interface. Open APIs are available for programmers and developers.

    CONS: Access to the full version will require a paid subscription. It may suddenly drop offline from time to time for no apparent reason.
16. 

    Outlook LAN Messenger

    • 2.9

    • Trial version

    Instant Messaging Software for Office

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows
17. 

    AthTek Skype Voice Changer

    • 2.7

    • Trial version

    By using Skype Voice Changers, people who know you will not recognize your voice on skype.It can be used by all people.

    License

    Trial version Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows
18. 

    Yakkle

    • 4.5

    • Free

    Share your feelings and ideas via this voice IM

    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.
19. 

    IndiaTimes Messenger

    • 3.3

    • Free

    Chat in English and 11 different Indian languages

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows
20. 

    8hands

    • 2.4

    • Free

    A new way to manage your online activities

    License

    Free Download

    Language

    English

    Platform

    windows

    PROS: Easy to use and setup. Avoids the need to visit seperate sites all the time.

    CONS: Can be slow to notify you of new messages.