Best XMPP Alternatives (23)

Looking for a XMPP alternative? We've compiled the best options based on user reviews, features, and pricing to help you find the right fit.

What is XMPP? XMPP (Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol) is an open standard communication protocol for message-oriented middleware based on XML. It enables the near-real-time exchange of data between any two or more network entities.

Top Alternatives to XMPP

WhatsApp

WhatsApp

Free

WhatsApp is a popular cross-platform instant messaging and voice over IP service owned by Meta. It allows users to send …

Score: 23

Facebook Messenger is a popular messaging app developed by Facebook. It allows users to send messages, photos, videos, and make …

Score: 21
Gajim

Gajim

Open Source

Gajim is an open-source instant messaging client that uses the XMPP protocol. It is available on Linux, Windows, and macOS. …

Bitmessage

Bitmessage

Open Source

Bitmessage is a decentralized, encrypted communications protocol that allows users to send messages securely over a peer-to-peer network. It provides …

ChatSecure

ChatSecure

Open Source

ChatSecure is an open source, encrypted messaging app for iOS and Android that allows users to communicate privately and securely. …

Conversations

Conversations

Open Source

Conversations is an open source instant messaging client focused on security and privacy. It offers end-to-end encryption for chats and …

Psyced is a mind mapping and brainstorming software. It allows users to visually organize ideas, concepts, notes, and tasks into …

Adium

Adium

Open Source

Adium is a free and open source instant messaging application for macOS that supports multiple protocols including AIM, ICQ, Jabber/XMPP, …

Tempo - TimeGuard Messenger is a secure communications app that provides encrypted messaging, secure sharing, and time-delayed message delivery. It …

Quicksy is a powerful yet easy-to-use screenshot and screen recording software for Windows. It allows you to capture screenshots, record …

Matrix.org

Matrix.org

Open Source

Matrix.org is an open source, decentralized communication protocol and network focused on secure and private communications. It allows users to …

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XMPP Overview

XMPP (Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol) is an open standard communication protocol for message-oriented middleware based on XML. It enables the near-real-time exchange of structured yet extensible data between any two or more network entities.Originally named Jabber, XMPP provides features for presence, messaging, and network availability. Some key capabilities include:Instant messaging with one-to-one chat and group chatPresence information to notify availability statusContact list management and synchronizationExtensibility to add new featuresXMPP runs over TCP and uses XML streams over long-lived TCP …

Pricing: Open Source

Quick Comparison

SoftwarePricingScore
XMPPOpen Source
WhatsAppFree23
Facebook MessengerFree21
GajimOpen Source
BitmessageOpen Source
ChatSecureOpen Source
ConversationsOpen Source
PsycedN/A
AdiumOpen Source
Tempo - TimeGuard MessengerN/A
QuicksyN/A

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