WhatsApp Messenger vs Phoner : Which is Better?

WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp Messenger is an instant messaging platform owned by Facebook. Developed by WhatsApp Inc.

License: Free

Apps available for Mac OS X Windows Online Android iPhone

Phoner and PhonerLite are softphone applications for Windows operating systems available as freeware. Developed by Heiko Sommerfeldt

License: Free

Apps available for Windows

Feature	WhatsApp Messenger	Phoner
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
Softphone
Threaded Conversations
Group collaboration
Chat organizer
Anonymity
Anonymous email
Customizable URLs
Portable
Multiple Account support
Support for Multiple protocols
Twitter
Phone calls

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