Status vs Session
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Status
6.0Decentralised wallet and messenger
Session
8.0Onion routing based messenger
| Metric | Status | Session |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 20 | 68 |
| 90-day Installs | 57 | 244 |
| 365-day Installs | 239 | 1.4K |
| Version | 2.38.1,2959dc | 1.18.0 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 352 | 410 |
| GitHub Forks | 94 | 69 |
| Open Issues | 911 | 401 |
| License | MPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | QML | TypeScript |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 3mo ago |
| First Seen | Mar 4, 2026 | Feb 12, 2020 |
Reviews
Status
Status is a decentralized wallet and messenger that combines secure communication with financial capabilities. It offers privacy-focused features for both messaging and cryptocurrency management, ideal for users prioritizing security and decentralization.
Status enables users to send and receive cryptocurrency, communicate securely, and explore decentralized applications.
Pros
- + Decentralized and privacy-focused for both communication and finance.
- + Cross-platform support enhancing accessibility.
- + Open-source with active development.
Cons
- - Lack of auto-updates may require manual management.
- - High number of open issues suggests possible instability.
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