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weweChat vs WhatsApp

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

weweChat

6.0
Communication

Unofficial WeChat client

WhatsApp

7.5
Communication

Native desktop client for WhatsApp

Metric weweChat WhatsApp
Category Communication Communication
AI Score 6.0 7.5
30-day Installs 1 5.8K
90-day Installs 6 16.9K
365-day Installs 23 56.4K
Version 1.1.7 2.26.17.19
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 5.7K 2.2K
GitHub Forks 723 495
Open Issues 131 170
License MIT MIT
Language JavaScript Go
Last GitHub Commit 5y ago 1y ago
First Seen Sep 4, 2017 Apr 11, 2015

Reviews

weweChat

weweChat is an unofficial WeChat client offering a modern UI built with React, MobX, and Electron. It appeals to users seeking an alternative to the official WeChat app with a focus on design and open-source principles.

Provides an alternative WeChat client experience with a modern user interface.

Pros

  • + Modern and visually appealing user interface
  • + Open-source with a strong community following
  • + Cross-platform support including macOS

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Potential reliability issues with account functionality
  • - Inactive community support and recent development

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