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QQ vs WeChat: catalog facts
QQ	WeChat
Free The app is offered as a download from the official site.	Free Free to download and use.
macOS	Windows, macOS, Android, iOS
Large existing user base in China Combines chat with interest communities	Very large user base, especially in China Chat, calls, social feed and payments in one app
Interface and site are primarily in Chinese Proprietary service run by Tencent	Closed source and run by a single company Many features go beyond messaging, which makes the app large
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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