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ElectronMail vs Telegram Desktop

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

ElectronMail

6.0
Communication

Unofficial ProtonMail Desktop App

Telegram Desktop

7.5
Communication

Desktop client for Telegram messenger

Metric ElectronMail Telegram Desktop
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 6.0 7.5
30-day Installs 3 898
90-day Installs 10 3.0K
365-day Installs 63 10.1K
Version 5.3.6 6.7.8
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 1.6K 12
GitHub Forks 106 7
Open Issues 79 1
License GPL-3.0
Language TypeScript
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 2mo ago
First Seen Feb 10, 2020 Jun 17, 2016

Reviews

ElectronMail

ElectronMail is an unofficial desktop client for ProtonMail and Tutanota, offering a native experience with features like spell checking and persistent sessions. It's ideal for users seeking a desktop alternative to web-based clients.

Serves as a desktop client for ProtonMail and Tutanota, providing a native app experience.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
  • + Cross-platform support for various operating systems
  • + Supports multiple email providers including ProtonMail and Tutanota

Cons

  • - High CPU usage and performance issues
  • - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates

Telegram Desktop

Telegram Desktop offers a robust desktop experience for the Telegram messaging service, featuring cross-platform support, real-time communication, and advanced features like code formatting. It benefits users who prefer a desktop client for enhanced functionality and convenience.

Provides a desktop client for the Telegram messaging service, enabling users to communicate, share files, and access features not available on mobile platforms.

Pros

  • + Auto-updates ensure the latest features and security patches are always available.
  • + Active development and frequent updates maintain the app's relevance and functionality.
  • + Mature with a long history of updates, ensuring reliability and feature completeness.
  • + Cross-platform support enhances usability across different operating systems.
  • + Advanced features like code formatting and file sharing improve productivity.

Cons

  • - GitHub statistics show relatively low engagement, which may indicate limited community involvement.
  • - Past security concerns, such as leaking internet addresses during calls, raise potential privacy issues.