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Discord vs imo
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.
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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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imo combines messaging, internet calls and large-group features across several platforms at no charge. Its stated collection of message content and mixed encryption coverage are important privacy considerations.
Visit imoThe facts
| Discord | imo | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | imo.im |
| On voip calling apps | #1 of 21 | #3 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.
imo: what it does well
- Free HD internet audio and video calls
- Group video calls for up to 20 people
- Big Group supports up to 5,000 members
- Stories disappear after 24 hours
- Available on Android, iOS, macOS, web and Windows
What to know first
- Carrier data charges may apply to calls
- Privacy policy says message content is collected
- Encryption coverage is mixed