Telegram alternatives

Apps that do a similar job to Telegram, with a short note on how each one differs. None of them is better for everyone; it depends on what you need.

  1. Signal Private Messenger icon

    Signal Private Messenger

    Signal Messenger LLC · Free · 4.6 (2.9M)

    Signal is the closer match if end-to-end encryption for every chat, including groups, is your priority.

    Telegram vs Signal Private Messenger comparison

  2. WhatsApp Messenger icon

    WhatsApp Messenger

    Meta Platforms, Inc. · Free · 4.3 (185.4M)

    WhatsApp encrypts personal and group chats end to end by default and has a larger user base in many countries.

  3. WhatsApp Business icon

    WhatsApp Business

    Meta Platforms, Inc. · Free · 4.4 (12.8M)

    Provides similar tools in this category with an alternative interface and option layout.

  4. GBWhatsApp icon

    GBWhatsApp

    Meta Platforms, Inc. · Free · 4.6 (3.5M)

    Provides similar tools in this category with an alternative interface and option layout.

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