Ricochet Refresh
6.6#20 in secure messaging appsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitRicochet Refresh vs SimpleX Chat
SimpleX Chat
8.0#1 in encrypted messaging appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSAPILinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Ricochet Refresh | SimpleX Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Data storage | Account data is stored locally on the user's computer, and the maker says there are no servers hosting user data. | Profiles, contacts and messages are stored on client devices in a portable encrypted database, while relay servers temporarily hold encrypted messages until delivery. |
| Encryption | The maker says communications are end-to-end encrypted by default. | The network uses end-to-end encryption with continuous post-quantum key exchange for messages and metadata. |
| Open source | The source code is available for inspection and development. | Alternative client applications based on SimpleX Chat code must publish modifications under the AGPLv3 license. |
| Purpose | Ricochet Refresh is an open-source app for private, anonymous instant messaging. | SimpleX Chat is a messaging application built on the SimpleX platform. |
Ricochet Refresh plans
- FreeFree
SimpleX Chat plans
- FreeFree
- SimpleX ChatFree
Pick Ricochet Refresh if…
Ricochet Refresh may suit whistleblowers, activists, and journalists seeking private messaging. It is also for users who want open-source desktop messaging through Tor and are prepared to assess their own privacy risks.
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.