Element
6.3#25 in encrypted messaging appsAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitElement vs SimpleX Chat
SimpleX Chat
8.0#1 in encrypted messaging appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSAPILinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Element | SimpleX Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | London, United Kingdom |
Element plans
- CommunityPriced on request
- Community—
- EnterprisePriced on request
- Enterprise—
- SovereignPriced on request
- Sovereign—
SimpleX Chat plans
- FreeFree
- SimpleX ChatFree
Pick Element 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.