Telegram vs Threema
| Telegram | Threema | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | Free | $3/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, api, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows | Android, api, iOS, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Account requirement | phone | none |
| Encrypted backups | Yes | Yes |
| Desktop apps | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum group size | 200,000 members | 256 members |
| Multi-device support | Yes | Yes |
| Disappearing messages | Yes | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Secure Messaging Apps. On Freedom251, Telegram scores higher on our published basis.