Cinny
6.4#23 in secure messaging appsFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitCinny vs SimpleX Chat
SimpleX Chat
8.0#1 in encrypted messaging appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSAPILinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Cinny | SimpleX Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Cinny’s site describes its interface as protected by end-to-end encryption. | The network uses end-to-end encryption with continuous post-quantum key exchange for messages and metadata. |
| License | Cinny is licensed under the GNU Affero General Public License version 3, AGPL-3.0-only. | The application source code is available under the GNU Affero General Public License version 3. |
| Open source | Cinny’s source code is open for people to enhance, modify, and inspect. | Alternative client applications based on SimpleX Chat code must publish modifications under the AGPLv3 license. |
Cinny plans
- CinnyFree
SimpleX Chat plans
- FreeFree
- SimpleX ChatFree
Pick Cinny if…
Cinny suits people looking for a free Matrix messaging client across desktop and web, including users who want to self-host. Its open-source code may also appeal to people who want to inspect or modify the software.
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.