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Jami alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Jami alternative is Signal (3.2 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Jami compared with 8 alternatives: Matrix, Signal, Element, Wire, Mattermost and 3 more.

Jami is free to use. All 8 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
JamiThis toolFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
MatrixFreeFreeWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
SignalFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
ElementFree planYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
WireFree plan · from €7.45/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
MattermostFree planYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
BriarFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, Android
KeetFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
PidginFreeFreeWindows, Linux

Price against what you get

Jami has no paid plan and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 6 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$1$2$5$10$20$50$100$200$500More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessJamiMatrixSignalWireBriarKeetPidgin

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
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The full chart of team communication apps, and the best at every price

How each one differs from Jami

  1. Matrix

    Open, decentralized network for chat and calls

    • Matrix is free.
    • Matrix also lists a web app.
    • Matrix is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Matrix does not cover video calls and file sharing, which Jami does.

    Suits: Organizations that want to own their chat data on their own domain

    Matrix vs JamiMatrix pricing and details

  2. Signal

    Nonprofit messenger with end-to-end encrypted chats and calls

    • Signal is free.
    • Signal does not cover file sharing, which Jami does.

    Suits: Small groups that want private chats at no cost

    Signal vs JamiSignal pricing and details

  3. Element

    End-to-end encrypted chat and calls on the Matrix standard

    • Element also lists a web app.
    • Element is self-hostable, according to its own site.

    Suits: Governments and regulated organizations that self-host encrypted chat

    Element vs JamiElement pricing and details

  4. Wire

    End-to-end encrypted messaging and calls for organizations

    • Wire starts at €7.45 per person / month, paid annually.
    • Wire also lists a web app.
    • Wire is self-hostable, according to its own site.

    Suits: Organizations that need end-to-end encryption for messages, calls and files

    Wire vs JamiWire pricing and details

  5. Mattermost

    Self-hosted team messaging with playbooks, calls and boards

    • Mattermost also lists a web app.
    • Mattermost is self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Mattermost also covers kanban boards, workflow automation and AI agents.
    • Mattermost does not cover video calls and file sharing, which Jami does.

    Suits: Organizations that must keep chat on their own servers or air-gapped networks

    Mattermost vs JamiMattermost pricing and details

  6. Briar

    Serverless encrypted messaging that syncs over Tor, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth

    • Briar is free.
    • Briar lists no iOS app, which Jami has.
    • Briar does not cover video calls and file sharing, which Jami does.

    Suits: Activists and journalists needing censorship-resistant messaging

    Briar vs JamiBriar pricing and details

  7. Keet

    Peer-to-peer chat and video calls with no phone number needed

    • Keet is free.

    Suits: People who want chat that needs no phone number or email

    Keet vs JamiKeet pricing and details

  8. Pidgin

    Desktop chat client that connects to many chat networks at once

    • Pidgin is free.
    • Pidgin lists no macOS, iOS and Android apps, which Jami has.
    • Pidgin does not cover video calls, which Jami does.

    Suits: People who already use XMPP or IRC and want one client

    Pidgin vs JamiPidgin pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Jami

  • The site lists no admin console, directory or team workspace features such as channels; it is closer to a messenger than a team chat suite.
  • The vendor lists a first preview of Jami Web as of September 2026, so there is no mature browser version.
  • The project is funded by donations and is a GNU project of Savoir-faire Linux.
Jami pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Jami?

The alternatives to Jami in this directory are Matrix, Signal, Element, Wire, Mattermost, Briar, Keet and Pidgin. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Jami.

Is there a free alternative to Jami?

Yes. Matrix, Signal, Briar, Keet and Pidgin are free to use. Element, Wire and Mattermost have a free plan alongside paid ones.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.