Element vs Telegram

Element Decentralized, end-to-end encrypted messaging client built on the Matrix protocol.

CommunicationFreeOpen Source

Telegram Cloud-based messaging app with group chats, channels, bots, and large file sharing.

Quick Facts

ElementCompanyTelegram FZ-LLC

2016Year Launched2013

FreePricing ModelFreemium

YesOpen SourceNo

CommunicationCategoryCommunication

macOS, Windows, LinuxPlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Element

CompanyElement

Year Launched2016

Pricing ModelFree

Open SourceYes

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux

CompanyTelegram FZ-LLC

Year Launched2013

Pricing ModelFreemium

Open SourceNo

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Element

Free

Open Source: Free/One-time

Freemium

Free: $0/monthly

Pro: Custom/monthly per seat

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