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ViberWhatsApp
Free

Free to download and use for messages and calls.

 Free

Free to use for personal messaging and calls.

Android Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Web
  • Voice and video calls plus group chats
  • Chats sync between mobile and desktop
  • End-to-end encrypted messages and calls
  • Available on phones, desktop and the web
  • Proprietary and centrally run
  • Communities and stickers add clutter for people who only want chat
  • Proprietary and tied to a phone number account
  • Relies on a central service run by the developer
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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