Textual vs Pidgin : Which is Better?

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Textual

Textual is an IRC client created specifically for macOS. Developed by Codeux Software

License: Commercial

Apps available for Mac OS X

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Pidgin

Pidgin is a free and open-source chat client which supports AIM, Google Talk, ICQ, XMPP protocols. Developed by Pidgin

License: Open Source

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Linux BSD PortableApps.com

Textual VS Pidgin Feature comparision

Feature Textual Pidgin
Themes
User friendly
Support for Multiple protocols
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Portable
Chat
Colored Text
QT Based
Standalone
Command line interface
Preconfigurable auto-connect
Decentralized
Distributed
Python
Multiple languages
Multiple protocols
Video call
Voice Call
Messaging
Multiple Account support
Multiple chat protocols
Plugins
Supports XMPP
Video calling
Xmpp
End-to-End Encryption
Group chat
Security & Privacy
Video Conferencing
Privacy-friendly
Federation
File sharing
File transfer
SIP client
Facebook integration
Encrypted chat
Picture sharing
Multi-messenger
Customizable
Audio Calling
Integrated File Sharing
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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