iMessage vs Signal : Which is Better?

iMessage icon

iMessage

iMessage is an instant messaging service. Developed by Apple

License: Free

Apps available for Mac OS X iPhone iPad Apple Watch

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Signal

Signal is the most scalable encryption tool. Developed by Open Whisper Systems

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Android iPhone

iMessage VS Signal Feature comparision

Feature iMessage Signal
Encrypted chat
Built-in File transfer
End-to-end encryption
Group chat
Works offline too
Based on phone number
Video call
Voice messages
Ad-free
Chat
Client side encryption
Color coding
Electron based
Encrypted calls
Encrypted Connection
Encrypted VoIP calls
Encryption
End-to-End Encryption
Forward Secrecy
Group Messaging
Integrated File Sharing
Mobile friendly
Night mode/Dark Theme
Works Offline
Protected by Password
Privacy focused
Privacy-friendly
Private messaging
Security & Privacy
Security focused
Self destructing messages
File Sending
SMS Messaging
Video calling
Voice Call
Voice chat
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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