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OMEMO Chat

Paid#30 of 44 in Encrypted Messaging Apps

OMEMO Chat: A focused Android XMPP client with default encryption and advanced identity controls. Ranked #30 of 44 in Encrypted Messaging Apps by our editors (6.2/10); pricing: Paid; best for android users seeking advanced encrypted XMPP.

6.2/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.2 / 10
Pricing
Paid
Best for
Android users seeking advanced encrypted XMPP
Free plan
No
Encryption coverage
Default
Facts checked
21 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- End-to-end encryption covers messages, media, files, and compatible calls
- Phone-number-free identity with offline encrypted archive synchronization
- Open source with optional self-hosted XMPP and custom domains
Where it doesn't
- Android-only, with no official desktop application
- Paid product with only a 24-hour free trial
- ZRTP calling depends on compatible endpoints

Our verdict on OMEMO Chat

OMEMO Chat is an open-source encrypted-messaging client for Android phones and tablets running Android 6.0 or later. It is designed for people who want encrypted text, media, shared files, voice communications, and video calls within an XMPP-based environment. Users can create an encrypted identity without registering a phone number, while groups use OMEMO encryption in XMPP MUC rooms. The result is a focused choice for Android users who prioritize private communication and flexible identity management over broad device coverage.

The published 24-hour free trial includes the OMEMO app, end-to-end encrypted messaging, and no payment information requirement. OMEMO Chat is paid rather than free, and the short trial gives prospective users limited time to assess the app before committing. Android is the only listed platform: the client supports Android 6.0 or later, while Device Manager enrollment requires Android 13 or later. XMPP, Google Play, and F-Droid provide the surrounding platform and distribution fit, and optional self-hosted XMPP deployment with custom domains gives organizations more control over their setup.

Encryption is the product’s defining strength. Alongside default end-to-end encryption for text, media, and shared files, it supports voice and video calls using ZRTP on compatible endpoints. Its post-quantum hybrid key exchange combines X25519 and ML-KEM-1024, and offline synchronization keeps encrypted message archives available across supported sessions. These capabilities make OMEMO Chat a strong fit for Android users and teams seeking an encryption-focused XMPP client, especially where phone-number-free identity or self-hosting matters. It is a weaker choice for people who need iPhone or desktop applications, a longer evaluation period, or calling that does not depend on compatible endpoints.

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OMEMO Chat pricing

Plans PaidPaid No free plan — trial or paid only. Prices checked 21 Sep 2026.

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OMEMO Chat fact sheet

Free plan	No
Paid from	Not verified
Encryption coverage	Default
Maximum group size	Not verified
Linked device limit	Not verified
Desktop app	No
Voice and video calls	Yes
Disappearing messages	Not verified
Encrypted backups	Not verified
Deployment	Mobile
Platforms	Android
Support	Email, Live chat, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	3 integrations: XMPP, Google Play, F-Droid
Pricing	Paid
Website	omemo.global
Facts checked	21 Sep 2026

OMEMO Chat integrations

OMEMO Chat lists 3 integrations on its own site.

XMPP
Google Play
F-Droid

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