Ekiga AlternativesVideo Calling Apps & Instant Messengers like Ekiga

Ekiga is described as '(formerly known as GnomeMeeting) is an open source SoftPhone, Video Conferencing and Instant Messenger application over the Internet. It supports HD sound quality and video up to DVD size and quality' and is a popular Video Calling app in the social & communications category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Ekiga for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Web-based, Mac, Android and Linux apps. The best Ekiga alternative is Signal, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Ekiga are Element, Tox, Jami and Wire.

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  1. Signal icon

    Signal

     1364 likes

    An open-source messaging app emphasizing privacy with encrypted communication. Share texts, calls, photos, and videos without ads or trackers, available across major platforms. Developed by Signal Technology Foundation and praised globally for security measures.

    216 Signal alternatives

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    • Flathub
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • Snapcraft
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    Comments about Signal as an Alternative to Ekiga
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    Does not use SIP, it's not an alternative to Ekiga!

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    Ekiga is a VoIP client aimed at connecting with H.323 and SIP . Signal uses a different set of protocols.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    Signal is not a SIP client

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • This alternative is disputed. Signal is a legitimate Ekiga alternative, but it might have issues that some users think are important.

    • Signal is Free and Open SourceEkiga is also Free and Open Source
    • Signal is Privacy focused, Security-focused and LightweightEkiga is not according to our users
  2. Element icon

    Element

     775 likes

    Provides secure collaboration with end-to-end encryption, supporting chat, voice, and video calls. Available on all major platforms, it enables digital sovereignty with a decentralized design and interoperability through bridges to systems like Slack and Teams. Includes enterprise-grade SaaS.

    302 Element alternatives

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    • Online
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Matrix.org
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Snapcraft
    Video calls for desktop and mobile
     
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    Tox

     558 likes

    With the rise of widespread government monitoring programs, Tox is an easy to use application that allows you to connect with friends and loved ones without anyone else listening in.

    211 Tox alternatives

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    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • F-Droid
    The Universal Tox Client. A Tox client that runs on Android, iOS, Windows, Mac OSX, Linux, FreeBSD & the web. Written in JS using React & React Native / electron.
     
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  6. Jami icon

    Jami

     237 likes

    Jami (formerly GNU Ring, SFLphone) positions itself as a potential free Skype replacement

    160 Jami alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Jami video conference OS X
     
  7. Wire icon

    Wire

     313 likes

    Wire is the most secure collaboration platform featuring messenger, voice, video, conference calls, file-sharing, and external collaboration –all protected by the most secure end-to-end-encryption.

    282 Wire alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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  8. Jitsi Desktop icon

    Jitsi Desktop

     490 likes

    Jitsi Desktop (previously SIP Communicator) is a legacy audio/video and chat communicator with full encryption, precedessor of Jitsi Meet .

    78 Jitsi Desktop alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Online
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
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    Linphone

     143 likes

    Linphone is one of the most famous open source softphones in the world. It is fully SIP-based, for all calling, presence and IM features.

    81 Linphone alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    iOS Assistant
     
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  11. Zoom icon

    Zoom

     158 likes

    Provides video conferencing with high-quality video and screen sharing, supporting up to 100 participants, real-time whiteboard collaboration, group messaging, and VoIP. Compatible across devices including smartphones and PCs, offering flexibility for remote meetings.

    232 Zoom alternatives

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    • Online
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    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
    • Apple Car Play
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
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    MicroSIP

     30 likes

    MicroSIP is a free portable SIP softphone for Windows based on PJSIP stack. It allowing to do high quality VoIP calls (P2P or on regular telephones) via open SIP protocol. From cloud of SIP providers you can choose best for you, register account and use it with MicroSIP. You&#39.

    29 MicroSIP alternatives

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    • Windows
    • PortableApps.com
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    GoTo Meeting

     27 likes

    Web conferencing tool provides real-time collaboration, scheduled meetings, automated transcripts, enterprise features like Microsoft integration, up to 100 users, business messaging, call routing, multi-channel team and customer voice communication solutions.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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  14. Cisco Webex icon

    Cisco Webex

     22 likes

    Leading solution for video conferencing and webinar hosting, features document sharing, voice conferencing, video recording, screen sharing, and supports up to six webcams, making it ideal for secure and scalable online meetings across platforms.

    155 Cisco Webex alternatives

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    • Android Auto
    • Apple Car Play
    • Linux
    • Mac
    • Apple Watch
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  15. Livestorm icon

    Livestorm

     30 likes

    Browser-based webinar solution for startups and small businesses with HD video streaming, screen sharing, video replays, analytics, audience segmentation, CRM and marketing tool integrations plus landing page, email logistics, and lead management tools.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    Zapier integration
     
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