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Session vs Keybase
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Session
8.0Onion routing based messenger
Keybase
7.0End-to-end encryption software
| Metric | Session | Keybase |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 101 | 144 |
| 90-day Installs | 335 | 516 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.4K | 2.1K |
| Version | 1.18.0 | 6.6.2,20260408133959,70cbb6ec7c |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 410 | 1.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 69 | 132 |
| Open Issues | 401 | 54 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | TypeScript | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 7y ago |
| First Seen | Feb 12, 2020 | Jun 21, 2016 |
Reviews
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
Keybase
Keybase offers end-to-end encryption for secure file storage, chat, and Git repositories. It benefits privacy-conscious users seeking robust security tools.
Provides end-to-end encryption for files, chat, and Git repositories.
Pros
- + Robust end-to-end encryption
- + Integration with Git for secure code collaboration
- + Filesystem capabilities for secure storage
Cons
- - No recent updates or commits
- - Limited presence on Reddit