Messenger vs Status
| Messenger | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Encryption coverage | default | default |
| Voice and video calls | Yes | — |
| Disappearing messages | Yes | — |
| Encrypted backups | end_to_end | end_to_end |
| Maximum group size | — | 20 members |
| Desktop app | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Encrypted Messaging Apps. On The Geeks Club, Status scores higher on our published basis.