Berty
6.3#24 in encrypted messaging appsFree planFree planAndroidiOS
VisitBerty vs SimpleX Chat
SimpleX Chat
8.0#1 in encrypted messaging appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSAPILinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Berty | SimpleX Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Messages and files are end-to-end encrypted by default, according to the FAQ. | The network uses end-to-end encryption with continuous post-quantum key exchange for messages and metadata. |
| Headquarters | Paris, France | London, United Kingdom |
Berty plans
- Berty MessengerFree
SimpleX Chat plans
- FreeFree
- SimpleX ChatFree
Pick Berty if…
Berty suits people seeking peer-to-peer, encrypted messaging without phone or email registration. It is designed with higher-risk groups such as journalists, activists, lawyers, and whistleblowers in mind.
Pick SimpleX Chat if…
It suits people seeking messaging without network-assigned profile identifiers, with encrypted messaging, calls, and optional self-hosted servers. Developers can use its protocol SDKs for bots and integrations.