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Android Messages Desktop vs WhatsApp

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Android Messages Desktop

6.0
Communication

Desktop client for Android Messages

WhatsApp

7.5
Communication

Native desktop client for WhatsApp

Metric Android Messages Desktop WhatsApp
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 6.0 7.5
30-day Installs 9 5.8K
90-day Installs 24 16.9K
365-day Installs 148 56.4K
Version 6.0.2 2.26.17.19
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 419 2.2K
GitHub Forks 35 495
Open Issues 53 170
License NOASSERTION MIT
Language TypeScript Go
Last GitHub Commit 9mo ago 1y ago
First Seen Jun 4, 2022 Apr 11, 2015

Reviews

Android Messages Desktop

Android Messages Desktop provides a desktop experience for Android Messages, allowing users to access their messages on macOS. It's a niche tool for those who prefer managing messages directly from their computer.

Enables users to access and manage Android Messages directly on their macOS desktop.

Pros

  • + Open-source and cross-platform compatible
  • + Allows desktop access to Android Messages
  • + Moderate GitHub activity suggests ongoing development

Cons

  • - Low installation numbers and limited community traction
  • - Lack of auto-updates and unspecified license

WhatsApp

WhatsApp offers a native desktop experience, enabling users to communicate seamlessly on their computers. It provides messaging, voice, and video calls, benefiting those who prefer desktop use without needing a phone.

WhatsApp is the native desktop client allowing communication through the app on a computer.

Pros

  • + Free to use
  • + Seamless integration with mobile app
  • + Support for voice and video calls

Cons

  • - Privacy concerns
  • - Risk of user bans