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Viber alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Viber: ads and promoted content inside the app, and small user base outside its core regions. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Viber, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. WhatsApp currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Signal logoSignalFreeYesWindows, macOS, Linux +25 of 559.6
  1. Signal logo

    1. SignalTop pick

    Best for: Anyone who wants the strongest mainstream privacy without giving up a familiar chat app

    FreeOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Viber

    Encrypted by default without ads or promoted content.

    Pros

    • Everything end-to-end encrypted by default, including groups
    • Collects almost no metadata
    • No ads, tracking or paid tier; open source

    Cons

    • Needs a phone number to register
    • Desktop app only works linked to a phone
    • Smaller network than WhatsApp in most countries
    Visit Signal Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Signal a good Viber alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    AGPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Organisation
    Independent nonprofit
    Checked Oct 25, 2026signal.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Ads and tracking
    None
    Checked Oct 25, 2026signal.org(opens source in a new tab)
    End-to-end encryption
    Always on
    Checked Oct 25, 2026signal.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop app
    Requires Signal on your phone
    Checked Oct 25, 2026signal.org(opens source in a new tab)

The best Viber alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

WhatsApp logo

Best Viber alternative for most people

WhatsApp

Larger network in most countries, with the same encrypted chats and calls.

Signal logo

Best Viber alternative for a free option

Signal

Encrypted by default without ads or promoted content.

Telegram logo

Best Viber alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Telegram

Bigger public communities and channels, with cloud sync on every device.

Signal logo

Best Viber alternative for open source

Signal

Encrypted by default without ads or promoted content.

LINE logo

Best Viber alternative for Mac

LINE

A similar sticker-rich messenger with services built in, dominant in Japan and Thailand.

Im

Best Viber alternative for Windows

imo

Another lightweight free calling app popular for international calls on slow connections.

Telegram logo

Best Viber alternative for Linux

Telegram

Bigger public communities and channels, with cloud sync on every device.

WhatsApp logo

Best Viber alternative for iPhone and Android

WhatsApp

Larger network in most countries, with the same encrypted chats and calls.

WhatsApp logo

Best Viber alternative for working in the browser

WhatsApp

Larger network in most countries, with the same encrypted chats and calls.

Viber alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Viber?

WhatsApp ranks first right now. Larger network in most countries, with the same encrypted chats and calls. Telegram and Signal follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Viber?

Yes. WhatsApp (free), Telegram (free plan + paid), Signal (free) and LINE (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Viber?

Yes: Signal.

Which Viber alternatives work on Linux?

Telegram and Signal run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Viber?

The complaints we hear most: ads and promoted content inside the app; small user base outside its core regions; requires a phone number.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Viber, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.