WhatsApp Messenger vs Silence.im : 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

Silence.im is an encrypted text messaging service.

License: Open Source

Apps available for Android Kindle Fire

Feature	WhatsApp Messenger	Silence.im
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
SMS Messaging
File sharing
File transfer
SIP client
Threaded Conversations
Group collaboration
Chat organizer
Xmpp
Encryption
Anonymity
Built-In Proxy
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Telegram
Ad-free
Bots
Channels
Private Chat

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