Dino vs Threema
Dino
dino.im
Threema
threema.comSide by side
| Figure | Dino | Threema |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $3/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Encrypted Messaging Apps | 8.3 (#5) | 7.9 (#18) |
| Spec score · Secure Messaging Apps | 8.2 (#12) | 8.0 (#17) |
| Compliance | The site states that Dino complies with the official XMPP Compliance Suites 2023. | Threema states that it is GDPR-compliant, subject to Switzerland’s Federal Act on Data Protection, and not subject to the US CLOUD Act. |
| Encryption | Dino supports end-to-end encryption using OMEMO or OpenPGP; the site says only the user and chat partners can read encrypted messages. | Threema provides end-to-end encryption for messages, media, calls, profile pictures, group names and group-member lists. |
| Messaging | Dino is built on XMPP, a decentralized standard for instant messaging, and supports communication through a federated network. | Threema supports text and voice messages, voice and video calls, group calls, media sharing, file transfers and desktop use. |
| Open source | Dino is free and open-source software whose code anyone can inspect and modify. | The Threema apps are open source, with source repositories for Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux and Threema Web. |
| Support | Users can ask questions or share ideas in the XMPP chat room at [email protected] and report bugs or feature requests on the issues page. | Threema provides support forms for the private app and management-cockpit support for Threema Work, plus dedicated Gateway and Broadcast support addresses. |
Plans
Threema
- Core$3 a month
- Professional$5 a month
- Private$6, paid once
- OnPremPriced on request
In their own words
Threema
Threema is a paid messaging service for private and business communication, supporting text and voice messages, voice and video calls, group calls, media sharing and file transfers. It can be used without a phone number or email address, and contact synchronization is optional. End-to-end encryption covers messages, media, calls, profile pictures, group names and group-member lists. The apps are open source, with repositories for Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux and Threema Web. The regular desktop app and web client require a mobile device with Threema installed and activated. Threema operates its own servers in Zurich data centers of an ISO 27001-certified colocation partner. It says its apps receive regular audits by recognized security experts, including Cure53 audits in 2020 and 2024. Business tools include Gateway integrations, Work APIs and Broadcast features such as feeds, distribution lists, bots and managed group chats. Private use costs $6, paid once, with price varying by app store and country; Core starts at $3 a month billed annually. A 30-day trial is listed.