Viber and WhatsApp are the two most popular messaging apps used today, having helped millions of people to communicate with their friends and family. Both these apps are popular as is evident from the wide user base. At the base functionality level, both these apps are the same as they offer a great messaging service to users. However, there are differences in the feature sets of these apps, and this is what makes one more popular than the other, at times.
Out of the two, which is better? Below are some unique features present in each of these messaging services.
VoIP Calls vs. Voice Messages
Viber allows users to make VoIP calls using the data connection or Wi-Fi network. With this feature, users can call other Viber users located in any part of the world for free. WhatsApp, on the other hand, allows users to send voice messages at the press of a button. Though it does not support VoIP calls, it is easy to record a voice message and send it across to the other person. Also, WhatsApp rules the world of text and picture messaging as its interface makes it quick and easy for users to share just about anything with contacts.
iPhone (News - Alert) vs. Android
While both the apps work well on iPhone and Android, WhatsApp is a better choice for Android when compared to Viber, because it removes all the unnecessary features, thereby making it lightweight and easy to use. The Viber app, on the other hand, has a dialer and full contact list, and this makes it difficult for users to find their way through the app.
Therefore, which of the two is better? The answer depends to a large extent on what a user intends to do using the instant messaging service. Both the apps come with a great set of features, which means the verdict is that the choice depends on the personal preference of the user.
Edited by Alisen Downey