Clients
The Matrix ecosystem is vibrant. Whatever platform you use, someone has probably already developed a client for it.
Featured clients
Clients are needed to chat using Matrix. Here is a selection of the most mature ones you can safely use.
Element Web / Desktop
Stable
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Good for: New users and those coming from Slack or Teams
Windows
macOS
Linux
Web
Element Web / Desktop
Stable
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Good for: New users and those coming from Slack or Teams
Windows
macOS
Linux
Web
A glossy web and desktop client with an emphasis on performance and usability.
End-to-end encryption
End-to-end encryption, including media and calls if supported
Spaces
Browse, join and manage Matrix spaces
Voice and Video Calls (1:1)
1-to-1 voice/video calls
Threads
Read, start and participate in threads
Legacy SSO
Log in with Single Sign-On using the legacy API
Voice and Video Calls (Jitsi)
Jitsi-based group calls
Multi-Language
Client user interface supports multiple languages
OAuth 2.0
Log in using the new API based on the OAuth 2.0/OIDC standard
Voice and Video Calls (MatrixRTC)
Matrix-native voice/video calls based on MSC4143 MatrixRTC
Next generation Element on mobile with native OIDC, sliding sync and Matrix RTC for calls.
End-to-end encryption
End-to-end encryption, including media and calls if supported
Spaces
Browse, join and manage Matrix spaces
Multi-Language
Client user interface supports multiple languages
OAuth 2.0
Log in using the new API based on the OAuth 2.0/OIDC standard
Voice and Video Calls (MatrixRTC)
Matrix-native voice/video calls based on MSC4143 MatrixRTC
Simplified Sliding Sync
Swift and efficient login and messaging using the next generation API from MSC4186
FluffyChat
Stable
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Good for: Users who want something simple and approachable, especially on mobile
iOS
Android
Linux
Web
FluffyChat
Stable
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Good for: Users who want something simple and approachable, especially on mobile
iOS
Android
Linux
Web
Cute instant messaging app for all platforms.
End-to-end encryption
End-to-end encryption, including media and calls if supported
Spaces
Browse, join and manage Matrix spaces
Threads
Read, start and participate in threads
Legacy SSO
Log in with Single Sign-On using the legacy API
Multi-Account
Log into multiple accounts at the same time using a single client instance
Multi-Language
Client user interface supports multiple languages
Cinny
Stable
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Good for: Users coming from Discord who want a familiar layout
Windows
macOS
Linux
Web
Cinny
Stable
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Good for: Users coming from Discord who want a familiar layout
Windows
macOS
Linux
Web
A Matrix client focusing primarily on simple, elegant and secure interface.
End-to-end encryption
End-to-end encryption, including media and calls if supported
Spaces
Browse, join and manage Matrix spaces
Legacy SSO
Log in with Single Sign-On using the legacy API
Voice and Video Calls (MatrixRTC)
Matrix-native voice/video calls based on MSC4143 MatrixRTC
Nheko
Beta
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Good for: Power users and tinkerers who prefer a lean native desktop app
Windows
macOS
Linux
Nheko
Beta
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Good for: Power users and tinkerers who prefer a lean native desktop app
Windows
macOS
Linux
Desktop client for Matrix using Qt and C++20.
End-to-end encryption
End-to-end encryption, including media and calls if supported
Spaces
Browse, join and manage Matrix spaces
Voice and Video Calls (1:1)
1-to-1 voice/video calls
Threads
Read, start and participate in threads
Legacy SSO
Log in with Single Sign-On using the legacy API
Multi-Language
Client user interface supports multiple languages
Other clients
Here we list other clients, each with a maturity score and the important features they support (and those not implemented), to help you choose.
