Facebook Messenger vs ICQ : Which is Better?

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Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger is the official Facebook app that lets you have text conversations with all of your friends on the popular social network. Developed by Facebook Inc.

License: Free

Apps available for Windows Online Android iPhone Blackberry

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ICQ

ICQ is an open source instant messaging software. Developed by ICQ

License: Free

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Online Windows Mobile

Facebook Messenger VS ICQ Feature comparision

Feature Facebook Messenger ICQ
Group chat
Video call
Voice Call
Chat
In-app Money Transfer
Messaging
Private messaging
Video calling
Video chat
Web-Based
Stickers
Chat Bot
Lightweight
Cloud sync
End-to-End Encryption
Encrypted chat
Security focused
Privacy-friendly
Share your screen
Decentralized
Security & Privacy
Peer-To-Peer
Privacy focused
Support for Multiple protocols
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Custom Backgrounds
Forums
Animated stickers
Call Transfer
Desktop Sharing
Threaded Conversations
Group collaboration
Chat organizer
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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