Threema vs Wire
Threema
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Wire
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| Figure | Threema | Wire |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3/mo | €7.45/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Spec score · Encrypted Messaging Apps | 7.9 (#18) | 8.3 (#8) |
| Spec score · Secure Messaging Apps | 8.0 (#17) | 8.4 (#6) |
| Spec score · Instant Messaging Software | 8.0 (#15) | 8.4 (#12) |
| Spec score · Secure Team Chat Software | 7.9 (#15) | 8.3 (#7) |
| Spec score · Business Instant Messaging - Enterprise Software | 8.0 (#13) | 8.4 (#9) |
| Encryption | Threema provides end-to-end encryption for messages, media, calls, profile pictures, group names and group-member lists. | Wire says messages, conference calls, and files are end-to-end encrypted, and only conversation participants can decrypt the information. |
| Founded | 2012 | 2012 |
| Headquarters | Pfäffikon SZ, Switzerland | Berlin, Germany |
| Integrations | Threema Gateway lets companies integrate Threema into existing software to send, receive and process messages. | The pricing page lists deploying third-party integrated apps (bots) as an SMB and Enterprise feature. |
| Messaging | Threema supports text and voice messages, voice and video calls, group calls, media sharing, file transfers and desktop use. | Messaging supports groups, conversation search, sketches, reactions, file sharing, and audio and video messages. |
| Open source | The Threema apps are open source, with source repositories for Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux and Threema Web. | Wire says its source code is fully open source and available on GitHub for verification. |
| Support | Threema provides support forms for the private app and management-cockpit support for Threema Work, plus dedicated Gateway and Broadcast support addresses. | 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
Threema
- Core$3 a month
- Professional$5 a month
- Private$6, paid once
- OnPremPriced on request
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
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.
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.