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Jitsi vs Adium

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Jitsi

8.0
Communication

Open-source video calls and chat

Adium

7.0
Communication

Instant messaging application

Metric Jitsi Adium
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 8.0 7.0
30-day Installs 16 32
90-day Installs 50 96
365-day Installs 233 339
Version 2.10.5550 1.5.10.4
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 4.3K 362
GitHub Forks 979 36
Open Issues 221 31
License Apache-2.0 NOASSERTION
Language Java Objective-C
Last GitHub Commit 9mo ago 4y ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Mar 10, 2012

Reviews

Jitsi

Jitsi is an open-source video calling and chat application that supports multiple communication protocols, making it ideal for users who prioritize privacy and flexibility. It offers end-to-end encryption and is suitable for teams or individuals seeking secure communication solutions.

Jitsi enables video calls, chat, and file transfers using protocols like SIP, XMPP, and IRC.

Pros

  • + Open-source with a permissive Apache-2.0 license
  • + Supports multiple communication protocols
  • + Auto-updates for the latest features and security
  • + Active and engaged community
  • + End-to-end encryption capabilities

Cons

  • - Lower 30-day install count
  • - Open issue regarding OMEMO support

Adium

Adium is a versatile instant messaging application for macOS, supporting XMPP, IRC, and other protocols. It offers a free, open-source solution for multi-network communication, ideal for users seeking a customizable and feature-rich messaging experience.

Adium enables communication across XMPP, IRC, and additional messaging networks.

Pros

  • + Supports multiple messaging protocols including XMPP and IRC
  • + Open-source and free to use
  • + Apple M1 chip support has been addressed

Cons

  • - Some features may be outdated or require evaluation
  • - Limited recent community activity and contributions