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Delta Chat vs Session
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Delta Chat
8.0Secure and reliable decentralised instant messenger
Session
8.0Onion routing based messenger
| Metric | Delta Chat | Session |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 132 | 101 |
| 90-day Installs | 437 | 335 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.1K | 1.4K |
| Version | 2.49.1 | 1.18.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 3 | 410 |
| GitHub Forks | - | 69 |
| Open Issues | 6 | 401 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | TypeScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Feb 12, 2020 |
Reviews
Delta Chat
Delta Chat is a secure and decentralized instant messenger that leverages email and PGP encryption for communication. Its unique approach offers privacy-conscious users a reliable alternative to traditional messaging apps.
Enables secure communication via email using PGP encryption.
Pros
- + Secure communication with PGP encryption
- + Unique email-based messaging system
- + Cross-platform availability
Cons
- - Low GitHub activity and community engagement
- - Limited adoption indicated by lack of Reddit discussion
Session
Session is a decentralized, onion-routing-based messenger that prioritizes privacy and security. It offers end-to-end encryption and peer-to-peer communication, ideal for users seeking secure, private messaging.
Enables secure, private communication via a decentralized network using onion routing.
Pros
- + Decentralized network for enhanced privacy
- + Onion routing for secure communication
- + End-to-end encryption ensuring message security
- + Active development with regular updates
- + Open-source under GPL-3.0 for transparency
Cons
- - High number of open GitHub issues
- - No ARM64 support currently available