Conversations
6.1#30 in encrypted messaging appsFrom €12 a yearAndroid
VisitConversations vs SimpleX Chat
SimpleX Chat
8.0#1 in encrypted messaging appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSAPILinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Conversations | SimpleX Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | The app supports end-to-end encryption with OMEMO or OpenPGP. | The network uses end-to-end encryption with continuous post-quantum key exchange for messages and metadata. |
| Headquarters | Siemensstraße 1, 51145 Köln, Germany | London, United Kingdom |
| Open source | The source code is publicly available on Codeberg and licensed under GPLv3. | Alternative client applications based on SimpleX Chat code must publish modifications under the AGPLv3 license. |
Conversations plans
- XMPP domain hosting — 1 user€12 a year
- Google Play app—
SimpleX Chat plans
- FreeFree
- SimpleX ChatFree
Pick Conversations if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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.