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WeChat vs imo: catalog facts
WeChat	imo
Free Free to download and use.	Free Free to download and use.
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Android, iOS
Very large user base, especially in China Chat, calls, social feed and payments in one app	Audio and video calls on mobile and desktop Built-in message translation
Closed source and run by a single company Many features go beyond messaging, which makes the app large	Proprietary and closed source Limited technical detail published about its encryption
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License: Proprietary
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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