Keet vs WhatsApp
Keet
keet.ioSide by side
| Figure | Keet | |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Encrypted Messaging Apps | 8.0 (#16) | 8.2 (#11) |
| Spec score · Secure Messaging Apps | 8.0 (#15) | 8.3 (#10) |
| Calls | Keet supports direct and group voice calls, video calls, and desktop screen sharing during calls. | Voice and video calls are end-to-end encrypted, have no time limits, and work one-to-one or in groups across iOS, Android, and web. |
| File sharing | Keet says users can transfer files of any size directly between devices without compression. | WhatsApp allows free document transfers up to 2GB without compression. |
| Headquarters | San Salvador, El Salvador | LinkedIn lists WhatsApp headquarters at Menlo Park, California. |
| Platforms | Keet's installation guide lists Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and GrapheneOS; the official download page provides desktop downloads and an Android APK. | Downloads are listed for iPad, Windows, Mac, Android, and iPhone, and the site also offers browser access. |
| Product | Keet is a peer-to-peer messaging app for chats, audio and video calls, and media sharing. | WhatsApp provides messaging and calling for free, with data charges potentially applying. |
| Support | Keet directs users with issues opening the app or joining groups to [email protected] and offers community groups for help and feedback. | The developer hub lists troubleshooting, FAQs, API status, a developer community forum and contact support. |
Plans
- WhatsAppFree
- WhatsApp Business appFree
- WhatsApp MessengerFree
- WhatsApp Business PlatformPriced on request
In their own words
WhatsApp is a free messaging and calling app for Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows. Users can exchange text, photos, videos, documents, and location, and make voice calls. Voice and video calls are end-to-end encrypted, have no time limits, and work one-to-one or in groups across iOS, Android, and web; group calls support up to 32 people. Calls can also be made in a browser. WhatsApp says end-to-end encryption keeps personal messages and calls private from others, including WhatsApp. Privacy controls include locked chats, disappearing messages, encrypted backups, online-visibility settings, and blocking unknown callers. Users can report messages, people, or businesses, and block contacts. Up to four devices can be linked to a primary phone, which is required to register an account and link new devices. Minimum requirements listed include Android OS 6.0, iOS 15.1, macOS 12.1, and Windows 10 or newer; iPadOS 15.1 is also listed. Data charges may apply, and calls use an internet connection. WhatsApp Business helps businesses showcase products and services and build customer relationships.