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WeChat vs Messenger: catalog facts
WeChat	Messenger
Free Free to download and use.	Free Free to use with a Meta account.
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS	Web
Very large user base, especially in China Chat, calls, social feed and payments in one app	Reaches people who already use Facebook Messaging and video calls in one place
Closed source and run by a single company Many features go beyond messaging, which makes the app large	Requires a Meta account Closed source and run by an advertising company
Downloadable app	Web application
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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