Signal vs WeChat : Which is Better?

Signal

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

License: Open Source

Categories: Security & Privacy Social & Communications

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux Android iPhone

WeChat

WeChat is a social media with instant messaging, commerce and payment services application. Developed by Tencent Technology (Shenzhen) Company Limited

License: Freemium

Categories: Games Office & Productivity Photos & Graphics Social & Communications Travel & Location

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Android iPhone Symbian S60

Signal VS WeChat Feature comparision

Feature	Signal	WeChat
Built-in File transfer
Encrypted chat
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
Multiple languages
Sync Contacts
Gaming
In-app Money Transfer
Photo Sharing
Social network
Stickers
Talk radio
Chat Bot
Lightweight
Cloud sync
Share your screen
Decentralized
Peer-To-Peer
Custom Backgrounds
Forums
Gmail integration
Animated stickers
Call Transfer
Desktop Sharing
Support for Multiple protocols
Unified messaging
Whatsapp integration
Gitter integration