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Beeper vs Alma
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Beeper
8.0Universal chat app powered by Matrix
Alma
6.0AI chat application
| Metric | Beeper | Alma |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Communication | Communication |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 271 | 74 |
| 90-day Installs | 898 | 482 |
| 365-day Installs | 3.4K | 1.2K |
| Version | 4.2.785 | 0.0.765 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 135 | 247 |
| GitHub Forks | 10 | 4 |
| Open Issues | - | 13 |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | JavaScript | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 7mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Dec 20, 2025 |
Reviews
Beeper
Beeper is a universal chat app that aggregates multiple messaging platforms into one interface, powered by Matrix. It supports iMessage, WhatsApp, and others, making it ideal for users managing various chat services.
Beeper aggregates and manages multiple messaging platforms within a single application interface.
Pros
- + Supports multiple messaging protocols
- + Open-source with MIT license
- + Integration with Matrix protocol
- + Auto-update feature
- + Active community support
Cons
- - Acquisition by Automattic may influence future development
- - GitHub repo focus may be somewhat unrelated to the chat app
Alma
Alma is an AI-powered chat application that offers intelligent conversations, making it ideal for users seeking advanced chat features. It stands out with its integration of AI technology, providing a unique communication experience.
Alma is an AI-powered chat application designed for intelligent conversations.
Pros
- + Active development with recent updates
- + AI integration for advanced chat features
- + Cross-platform support
Cons
- - Potential confusion with other projects named Alma
- - Previous UI issues on Windows (now resolved)