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Nheko vs Olvid
Both stand on secure messaging apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacWindows
Pick Nheko if you want a free Matrix desktop app with broad messaging features and support for major desktop systems. Look elsewhere if you require audited encryption, uniform calling across platforms, or D-Bus plugins on Windows or macOS.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Olvid pairs encrypted messaging with cross-device synchronization and secure calls. Check the call limits and plan details against the features you need.
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| Nheko | Olvid | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Business: €990 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | nheko-reborn.github.io | olvid.io |
| On secure messaging apps | #19 of 36 | #15 of 36 |
Nheko: what it does well
- Free desktop Matrix client
- Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Supports rooms, invitations, replies, and redaction
- Offers voice and video VoIP calls
- Provides themes, custom stickers, and emoji
What to know first
- Encryption implementation is unaudited with no security guarantees
- Call support varies by platform
- D-Bus plugins are unavailable on Windows and macOS
- Requires a secret service when none is provided
Olvid: what it does well
- No personal details required to operate, according to Olvid
- Messages and metadata are end-to-end encrypted
- Free plan includes unlimited messages and attachments
- Available on Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, and Linux
- Group audio calls have no participant limit
What to know first
- Video calls support up to two contacts
- Outbound calls and multi-device use have no listed price
- Business costs €990 a year