Session vs SimpleX Chat
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Session
8.0Onion routing based messenger
SimpleX Chat
7.5Messenger for SimpleX protocol
| Metric | Session | SimpleX Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Communication |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 101 | 57 |
| 90-day Installs | 335 | 167 |
| 365-day Installs | 1.4K | 619 |
| Version | 1.18.0 | 6.5.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 410 | 10.6K |
| GitHub Forks | 69 | 571 |
| Open Issues | 401 | 1.1K |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | Haskell |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Feb 12, 2020 | Oct 19, 2023 |
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
SimpleX Chat
SimpleX Chat offers a privacy-focused messaging experience without user IDs, appealing to activists, journalists, and privacy advocates. It features end-to-end encryption, self-hosting capabilities, and a decentralized network, making it unique in the communication space.
SimpleX Chat provides a messaging platform that operates without user identifiers, ensuring privacy and anonymity.
Pros
- + Strong privacy and security features with end-to-end encryption
- + Open-source with active development and a large community
- + Cross-platform support including iOS, Android, and desktop
Cons
- - No auto-update feature requiring manual checks
- - Association with controversial user groups may be a concern