Conversations vs Hangouts : Which is Better?

Conversations

Conversations is an open source XMPP/Jabber client for the Android platform. Developed by siacs.eu

License: Freemium

Apps available for Android Android Tablet Self-Hosted

Hangouts is an instant messaging software developed by Google. Developed by Google

License: Free

Apps available for Windows Online Android iPhone Chrome OS

Feature	Conversations	Hangouts
Encrypted chat
End-to-end encryption
OTR
Self destructing messages
Audio Chat
Chat
Chat Bot
Decentralized
Encrypted Connection
End-to-End Encryption
Federated
File sharing
Gpg encryption
Group chat
Group Messaging
Intuitive Interface
Messaging
OMEMO
Picture sharing
Public groups chat
Secure Chat
Security & Privacy
Xmpp
Stickers
Lightweight
Cloud sync
Security focused
Privacy-friendly
Group collaboration
Multi Channel
Team Collaboration
Peer-To-Peer
Privacy focused
Support for Multiple protocols
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Custom Backgrounds
Forums
Video calling
Share your screen
Gmail integration
Video Conferencing
Video conferencing
Voice Call
Voice messages
Multi Device Support
Multi-platform support
Sms from PC
SMS Messaging
Supports archiving conversations
Video chat
WebRTC
Ad-free
Federation
File transfer
SIP client
Web application wrapper
Multi-messenger
Built-in themes
Animated stickers
Call Transfer
Desktop Sharing
No registration required
Browser based
Video streaming
Audio Calling
Threaded Conversations
Chat organizer
Unified messaging
Whatsapp integration
Gitter integration
In-app Money Transfer