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Telegram A vs WhatsApp

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Telegram A

7.0
Communication

Web client for Telegram messenger

WhatsApp

7.5
Communication

Native desktop client for WhatsApp

Metric Telegram A WhatsApp
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 7.0 7.5
30-day Installs 24 5.8K
90-day Installs 83 16.9K
365-day Installs 210 56.4K
Version 10.9.51 2.26.17.19
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 3.3K 2.2K
GitHub Forks 949 495
Open Issues 200 170
License GPL-3.0 MIT
Language TypeScript Go
Last GitHub Commit 2mo ago 1y ago
First Seen Sep 29, 2023 Apr 11, 2015

Reviews

Telegram A

Telegram A is a macOS web client for the Telegram messenger, offering a desktop experience of the popular messaging app. It's ideal for users who prefer a web-based interface without installing the native app.

Runs the Telegram web client on macOS.

Pros

  • + Open-source with a GPL-3.0 license, ensuring transparency.
  • + Modern TypeScript codebase.
  • + Actively maintained with regular updates.

Cons

  • - No auto-updates require manual checks.
  • - Lower install count suggests limited adoption.

WhatsApp

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