WhatsApp Messenger is an instant messaging platform owned by Facebook. Developed by WhatsApp Inc.
License: Free
Matrix is an open protocol for real-time communication. It is designed to allow users with accounts at one communications service provider to communicate with users of a different service provider via online chat, Voice over IP, and Videotelephony. Developed by Matrix.org
License: Open Source
Feature | WhatsApp Messenger | Matrix.org |
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Built-in File transfer | ||
Encrypted chat | ||
End-to-end encryption | ||
Group chat | ||
Works offline too | ||
Based on phone number | ||
Voice messages | ||
Chat | ||
Custom Backgrounds | ||
End-to-End Encryption | ||
Forums | ||
Integrated File Sharing | ||
Messaging | ||
Mobile friendly | ||
Stickers | ||
Video calling | ||
Voice chat | ||
Chat Bot | ||
Lightweight | ||
Cloud sync | ||
Security focused | ||
Privacy-friendly | ||
Decentralized | ||
Peer-To-Peer | ||
Privacy focused | ||
Security & Privacy | ||
Share your screen | ||
Voice Call | ||
Gmail integration | ||
Federation | ||
Animated stickers | ||
Call Transfer | ||
Desktop Sharing | ||
Video Conferencing | ||
Collaborative | ||
WebRTC | ||
Distributed | ||
Random video chat | ||
Real time collaboration | ||
Server side history | ||
Team Collaboration |