FluffyChat vs Wire
FluffyChat
fluffychat.im
Wire
wire.comSide by side
| Figure | FluffyChat | Wire |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | €7.45/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Encrypted Messaging Apps | 8.0 (#15) | 8.3 (#8) |
| Spec score · Secure Messaging Apps | 8.0 (#14) | 8.4 (#6) |
| Encryption | End-to-end encryption is enabled by default for private chats, and the app uses Vodozemac. | Wire says messages, conference calls, and files are end-to-end encrypted, and only conversation participants can decrypt the information. |
| Integrations | FluffyChat is compatible with other Matrix clients, including Element, Nheko, Cinny, and NeoChat. | The pricing page lists deploying third-party integrated apps (bots) as an SMB and Enterprise feature. |
| Messaging | Users can send private and group messages, voice messages, pictures, videos, and their location. | Messaging supports groups, conversation search, sketches, reactions, file sharing, and audio and video messages. |
| Platforms | The FAQ lists Android, iOS, web, and Linux desktop; Windows and macOS builds are not yet supported. | web,Windows,macOS,Linux,iOS,Android,API |
| Support | The project asks users to support it through Ko-fi or Liberapay donations. | The pricing page lists standard support and optional premium support with first replies within 16 hours during business hours, premium+ within 4 hours, and optional 24/7 platinum support. |
Plans
Wire
- Wire for FreeFree
- Wire for SMB€7.45 a month
- Wire for EnterprisePriced on request
- Wire for PartnersPriced on request
In their own words
FluffyChat
FluffyChat is a free, ad-free open-source messaging app built on the Matrix protocol. It runs on Android, iOS, Linux, and the web, supporting private and group messages, voice messages, pictures, videos, and location sharing. The feature list also includes polls, custom stickers, spaces, moderation tools, multi-device support, and public chats with tens of thousands of participants. Direct calls and video conferences use Matrix RTC-compatible encryption. Private chats have end-to-end encryption enabled by default through Vodozemac. The app works with other Matrix clients such as Element, Nheko, Cinny, and NeoChat. FluffyChat caches server data locally and attempts SQLCipher encryption, keeping the key in device secure storage. Push notifications use Firebase Cloud Messaging or UnifiedPush. FluffyChat does not host messaging servers, so the chosen server’s data-protection terms apply.
Wire
Wire is a communications platform for organizations that combines messaging, calls, conferencing, and file sharing with end-to-end encryption. Messages support group conversations, search, sketches, reactions, shared files, and audio and video messages. Conferences support up to 150 participants, with screen sharing and moderation tools. File management and online document collaboration keep files in conversations tied to verified group membership. Wire says only conversation participants can decrypt messages, calls, and files. It lists ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and Cyber Essentials certifications, and says its servers are in Germany and Ireland. Organizations can choose cloud, private cloud, or on-premises deployment, including offline or air-gapped environments. Wire is available on web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android; its Linux binary is described as experimental with community support. The free plan is for up to five people. Wire for SMB costs €7.45 per person/month with annual payment, or €8,94 per person/month with monthly payment.