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VK MessengerWhatsApp
Free

Free to use; the app is proprietary.

 Free

Free to use for personal messaging and calls.

Linux, Web Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Web
  • Audio and video calls alongside messaging
  • Transcription of voice and video messages
  • End-to-end encrypted messages and calls
  • Available on phones, desktop and the web
  • Proprietary and tied to a VK account
  • Mainly useful if your contacts are on VK
  • Proprietary and tied to a phone number account
  • Relies on a central service run by the developer
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app, Web application
Closed source Closed source
License: Proprietary License not stated
Account needed Account needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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