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Signal vs Monal
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Signal
8.0Instant messaging application focusing on security
Monal
7.5XMPP chat client
| Metric | Signal | Monal |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Communication | Communication |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 2.8K | 59 |
| 90-day Installs | 9.5K | 154 |
| 365-day Installs | 35.5K | 448 |
| Version | 8.8.0 | 1090 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 28.4K | 635 |
| GitHub Forks | 6.7K | 127 |
| Open Issues | 476 | 84 |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Kotlin | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Nov 1, 2017 | Jan 10, 2018 |
Reviews
Signal
Signal is a privacy-focused instant messaging app with end-to-end encryption, designed for secure communication. It supports text, voice, and video calls, benefiting users who prioritize security and anonymity.
Signal provides secure, encrypted messaging and communication services for text, voice, and video calls.
Pros
- + End-to-end encryption ensures secure communication
- + User-friendly interface with strong privacy features
- + Regular updates and active development
Cons
- - Persistent issues with call functionality
- - Lack of desktop app features like read receipts
- - MacOS app is a web wrapper, not a native experience
Monal
Monal is a secure and privacy-focused XMPP chat client designed for macOS and iOS. It supports encrypted communication and integrates with various XMPP servers, making it ideal for users who value privacy and security in their messaging.
Monal securely connects users to XMPP chat servers, enabling encrypted communication.
Pros
- + Focus on privacy and security
- + Supports XMPP protocol with encryption
- + Cross-platform availability for macOS and iOS
- + Open-source with active development
Cons
- - No automatic updates
- - Limited support for modern chat features like OMEMO