36points

imo

70points

Viber

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imo vs Viber

imo
Viber

Why is imo better than Viber?

  • Has encrypted group chats
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Why is Viber better than imo?

  • Shows when a user was last active
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  • Has “message seen” notification
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  • Has temporary text messages
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  • You can send a contact stamp
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  • You can stay invisible
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  • Contact any app user
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  • Has a media gallery
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  • Exports to email
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User reviews

Overall rating

imo
5.7
3 User reviews
imo
5.7/10
3 User reviews
Viber
9.0
2 User reviews
Viber
9.0/10
2 User reviews

Features

Reliability

3.5/10
2 votes
9.0/10
1 votes

Speed

1.5/10
2 votes
6.0/10
1 votes

Popularity

3.0/10
2 votes
4.0/10
1 votes

User-friendly interface

3.5/10
2 votes
6.0/10
1 votes

Privacy

3.5/10
2 votes
8.0/10
1 votes

Comments

10

10

2 years ago

6 / 10

Almost all features are malfunctioning

10

10

2 years ago

6 / 10

Stories disappear automatically a minute after sharing, sent messages are deleted without your consent, and there are many such actions that are erroneous or problematic.

3 users found this helpful
Elodie

Elodie

2 years ago

1 / 10

Poor service, not reassuring about privacy

Elodie

Elodie

2 years ago

1 / 10

There are other messaging apps that are more reliable and efficient. Even setting a profile picture can be complicated because they say it violates their rules even though it's just a normal picture with nothing compromising. I prefer using other messaging apps.

1 users found this helpful
Hennadiym

Hennadiym

1 month ago

10 / 10

Поддержка старих версий андроид

Hennadiym

Hennadiym

1 month ago

10 / 10

На леново а800 установил imo ver. 2019-1-51 (ark) с андроидом 4.04. Потратил весь вечер, больше ничего не сумел установить. Видеозвонок работает, и просто звонок с друшим телефоном на последней версии imo.

0 users found this helpful

General info

Available on PC
imo
Viber
These services are ideal if you want to use the app while sat down at your computer, as well as on-the-go.
Free app
imo
Viber
You can download the app for free, from platforms such as Google Play or the App Store.
Ad-free
imo
Viber
Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out.
It is compatible with a range of Android devices such as smartphones and tablets.
It is compatible with a range of iOS devices such as iPhones, iPads and the iPod Touch.
Can be personalised
imo
Viber
You can personalize the appearance of the app - for example, choosing a different theme or colors.
This means that it has been designed especially for professional use. It offers a more serious design, often with tailored features and increased security.
Supports widgets
imo
Viber
You can add widgets to the home screen. This allows you to have more flexibility and to see information at a glance, without going into the app.

Security

End-to-end encryption protects data between two communicating parties and ensures that only the intended receiver can access the unencrypted information.
End-to-end encryption is enabled on all chats by default. This differs from other apps which only encrypt messages if the user specifically turns it on.
Screenshot detection is a safety feature that allows users to receive notifications when someone screenshots their messages. Often used in secure messaging apps, screenshot detection ensures that your messages and data stay safe.
The app supports end-to-end encryption in group chats.
Signing in with your Facebook account can be faster and easier if you don’t want to spend time filling in a registration page.
Signing in with your Twitter account can be faster and easier if you don’t want to spend time on a registration page.
Has privacy options
imo
Viber
You can change your privacy settings so that not all content is available for public viewing.
The app is not connected to your phone number, so you can use it on devices such as tablets without needing a SIM card.
The app doesn't require you to make an account in order to log in and use the app.

Messaging features

You can see when someone has opened your message, so you know whether or not it has been read yet.
You can see when someone is typing a reply, which can prevent confusion.
You can see the activity history – e.g., “User last active yesterday at 9:30.”
You can delete past messages, for example if they contain confidential or private information.
You can show that you are, for instance, busy or away. This is ideal if you are working but want to stay available for important messages.
You can send a pre-recorded voice message.
You can send a text message which will delete itself after a short time, so that it won't be saved on the other person’s device.
Has temporary images
imo
Viber
You can send an image which will delete itself after a short time, so that it won't be saved on the other person’s device.
You can have a one-on-one conversation with video.

Content sharing

You can send documents using the app.
Has image preview
imo
Viber
You can see a small thumbnail of an image before opening it.
You can send videos
imo
Viber
You can send videos with the app.
You can share music files with your friends.
can draw on photos
imo
Viber
You can create and share fun pictures with your own doodles on.
Captioning
imo
Viber
You can add captions and titles to your photos.
When you archive old data, it will go into a special folder in case you ever need it. This means it is out of the way, but not deleted forever.
Has fun stickers
imo
Viber
Stickers are a quick and fun way to communicate.
maximum file size

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200MB

The largest file size you can share. The higher the limit, the less restricted you are when sharing content.

Contacts

This means that you have to add or accept contacts before being able to message. It prevents strangers sending you unwanted messages.
This means you can easily access and communicate with contacts from your existing phonebook.
You can quickly and conveniently forward a person’s contact details on. This is a lot easier than finding their number and typing it into a message.
Contact any app user
imo
Viber
You can browse and contact any of your fellow app users.
Has favorite contacts
imo
Viber
With favorite contacts you have quick access to the people who you communicate with most.

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