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7.5 Communication
WhatsApp
Session vs WhatsApp
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Session
8.0Onion routing based messenger
Native desktop client for WhatsApp
| Metric | Session | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Communication |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 101 | 5.8K |
| 90-day Installs | 335 | 16.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.4K | 56.4K |
| Version | 1.18.0 | 2.26.17.19 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 410 | 2.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 69 | 495 |
| Open Issues | 401 | 170 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | TypeScript | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Feb 12, 2020 | Apr 11, 2015 |
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
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