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QQ vs Jitsi

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

QQ

6.0
Communication

Instant messaging tool

Jitsi

8.0
Communication

Open-source video calls and chat

Metric QQ Jitsi
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 6.0 8.0
30-day Installs 531 16
90-day Installs 1.9K 50
365-day Installs 6.2K 233
Version 6.9.91_260319_01 2.10.5550
Auto-updates Yes Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 2.9K 4.3K
GitHub Forks 519 979
Open Issues 2 221
License Apache-2.0
Language CSS Java
Last GitHub Commit 4y ago 9mo ago
First Seen Aug 15, 2013 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

QQ

QQ is a popular instant messaging tool offering chat, file sharing, and multimedia communication, widely used in China. It benefits users needing Chinese communication services but has privacy concerns.

Facilitates instant messaging, file sharing, and multimedia communication.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform support
  • + Feature-rich with multimedia capabilities
  • + Widely used in China

Cons

  • - Privacy concerns
  • - Inactive GitHub activity

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