Signal vs Element
A detailed comparison to help you choose between Signal and Element.
Signal Private messenger | Element Decentralized messenger built on Matrix protocol. | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8 (45000 reviews) | 4.0 (461 reviews) |
| Pricing Model | free | free |
| Starting Price | Free | Free |
| Best For | Most secure messaging | — |
| Free Tier | ||
| API Access | ||
| Team Features | ||
| Open Source | ||
| Tags | — | — |
Signal
Pros
- + Gold standard E2E encryption
- + Open-source protocol
- + Disappearing messages
- + No ads or tracking
Cons
- - Requires phone number
- - Smaller user base than WhatsApp
Element
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