WhatsApp vs X-Lite

WhatsApp

Description: WhatsApp is a popular cross-platform instant messaging and voice over IP service owned by Meta. It allows users to send text messages, voice messages, video calls, images, documents and user location free over an internet data connection.

Type: software

Pricing: Free

X-Lite

Description: X-Lite is a free softphone application that enables VoIP audio and video calls over the internet. It supports common calling features like call waiting, call transfer, and conference calls. X-Lite is cross-platform and works on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Type: software

WhatsApp Features

• Instant messaging
• Voice and video calls
• Group chats
• Media sharing
• Location sharing
• End-to-end encryption

X-Lite Features

• Voice over IP (VoIP) calling
• Video calling
• Call waiting
• Call transfer
• Conference calls
• Cross-platform - works on Windows, Mac, Linux
• Supports common telephony features like mute, hold, redial
• Contacts and call history management
• Encryption for secure calls
• Auto configuration for many SIP providers

WhatsApp

• Free

X-Lite

• Not listed