Conversations vs imo
Conversations
conversations.imimo
imo.imSide by side
| Figure | Conversations | imo |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €1/mo | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Spec score · Encrypted Messaging Apps | 7.8 (#19) | 8.2 (#10) |
| Spec score · Instant Messaging Software | 7.8 (#18) | 8.2 (#14) |
| Calls | Conversations supports end-to-end encrypted audio and video calls. | imo offers free HD audio and video calls over the internet, including international calls. |
| Headquarters | Siemensstraße 1, 51145 Köln, Germany | Palo Alto, California, United States |
| Integrations | The app can synchronize with the Gajim and Dino desktop clients and integrate with the Android address book. | The privacy policy describes iOS integration with Siri and access to iCloud Drive for sharing files. |
| Messaging | The app supports sharing images and files, group chats, location sharing, voice messages and emoji reactions. | Chats support real-time messages, photo, video and voice-recording sharing, and group chat. |
| Product | Conversations is a Jabber/XMPP client for Android 6.0+ smartphones. | imo is an instant communication app for calls and messages. |
| Support | Professional support for company use and setup assistance can be purchased by contacting maintainer Daniel Gultsch. | The download FAQ directs users who need help to [email protected]. |
Plans
Conversations
- XMPP domain hosting — 1 user€12 a year
- Google Play appPrice not published
In their own words
Conversations
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imo
imo is a communication app for internet calls and messaging, available on Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows. It offers HD audio and video calls, including international calls, and group video calls for up to 20 participants with no fixed time limit. Chats support real-time messages, photos, videos, voice recordings, and group conversations; its Big Group feature supports up to 5,000 members. Stories hold photos, videos, and text updates for 24 hours. Listed privacy features include end-to-end encryption, Time Machine, and disappearing messages, while account controls include two-step verification and spam blocking. Encryption coverage is mixed. Instant message translation is available, and the privacy policy says Google Translate may provide it. That policy also says imo collects usage data, including communication partners, times, and message content. On iOS, imo integrates with Siri and can access iCloud Drive for file sharing. The app is free, though mobile carrier data charges may apply to internet calls.