imo vs Silent Phone
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| Figure | imo | Silent Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Encrypted Messaging Apps | 8.2 (#10) | 6.9 (#38) |
| Headquarters | Palo Alto, California, United States | Geneva, Switzerland |
| Integrations | The privacy policy describes iOS integration with Siri and access to iCloud Drive for sharing files. | Silent Phone supports SSO through OpenID Connect and Active Directory Federation Services, SIEM systems, and deployment via MDM. |
| Messaging | Chats support real-time messages, photo, video and voice-recording sharing, and group chat. | Users can send messages, voice memos, documents, videos, images, and other files, with burn timers from one minute to 90 days. |
| Platforms | imo lists Android, iOS, Windows and Mac downloads, and its FAQ also describes using imo Web in a browser. | Silent Circle provides Silent Phone for iOS and Android devices. |
| Product | imo is an instant communication app for calls and messages. | Silent Phone provides end-to-end encrypted voice and video calls, messaging, and file transfers for teams. |
| Support | The download FAQ directs users who need help to [email protected]. | The maker says customers receive a dedicated client liaison and direct access to technical support staff. |
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In their own words
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.
Silent Phone
Silent Phone has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.