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Discord vs FaceTime
Both stand on voip calling apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4
Discord combines community servers with voice, video, and text communication across desktop, mobile, and web. Its call encryption does not extend to messages.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
FaceTime covers audio, video, and group calling, with browser access for Android and Windows participants. Web callers have fewer sharing features, and calls rely on an internet connection.
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| Discord | FaceTime | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Nitro Basic: $29.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Discord | Not published |
| Website | discord.com | support.apple.com |
| On voip calling apps | #1 of 21 | #2 of 21 |
Discord: what it does well
- Create servers with channels for communities.
- Calls work in direct messages and voice channels.
- Supported consoles can stream gameplay directly.
- Apps can be added through the desktop and browser directory.
- Passkeys can use on-device biometrics.
What to know first
- Messages are not encrypted.
- Nitro Basic costs $2.99 a month.
- Nitro costs $9.99 a month.
FaceTime: what it does well
- Free calls use Wi-Fi or cellular data.
- Group calls support up to 32 people.
- SharePlay works with Apple and third-party apps.
- Calls are end-to-end encrypted.
What to know first
- Web calls lack SharePlay and screen sharing.
- Links are not supported in mainland China.
- Data rates may apply to calls.
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