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Ably Chat vs OpenIM
Both stand on chat apis. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5
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| Ably Chat | OpenIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Standard: $29 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ably.com | openim.io |
| On chat apis | #1 of 32 | #10 of 32 |
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