Discover the WhatsApp vs. Telegram chat app war. Compare the features, privacy settings, and user base, among other things. Find the ideal messaging system for your requirements. Check out the fight right now!
| Features | Telegram | ||||
| End-to-End Encryption | Yes | Yes | |||
| Group Chats | Up to 256 participants | Up to 200,000 participants | |||
| Voice Calls | Available | Available | |||
| Video Calls | Available | Available | |||
| Self-Destructing Messages | Yes | Yes | |||
| Cloud Storage | Backed up automatically | Unlimited storage | |||
| File Sharing | Limited file size | Up to 2GB per file | |||
| Stickers | Available | Available | |||
| Emojis | Extensive | Extensive | |||
| Voice Messages | Available | Available | |||
| Desktop Version | Available | Available | |||
| Web Version | Available | Available | |||
| Multi-platform Support | Android, iOS, Web, Desktop | Android, iOS, Web, Desktop | |||
| Status Updates | Available | Not available | |||
| Two-Factor Authentication | Available | Available | |||
| Chat Backup | Google Drive, iCloud | Cloud storage | |||
| Location Sharing | Available | Available | |||
| Message Forwarding | Yes | Yes | |||
| Data Usage | Low | Low | |||
| Contact Syncing | Yes | Yes | |||
| User Interface | Simple and intuitive | Sleek and modern | |||
| Notifications | Customizable | Customizable | |||
| Public Channels | Not available | Available | |||
| Bots | Limited capabilities | Powerful bot platform | |||
| GIF Support | Available | Available | |||
| Secret Chats | Not available | Available | |||
| Voice Chats | Available | Available | |||
| Animated Emojis | Not available | Available | |||
| Polls | Not available | Available | |||
| Username/Handles | Phone number-based | Username-based | |||
| Video Messages | Available | Available | |||
| Message Editing | Not available | Available | |||
| Message Deletion | Available | Available | |||
| Read Receipts | Yes | Yes | |||
| Cross-Device Sync | Yes | Yes | |||
| Custom Themes | Not available | Available | |||
| Chat Folders | Not available | Available | |||
| Chat Pinning | Available | Available | |||
| App Integration | Limited | Extensive | |||
| Large Group Calls | Up to 8 participants | Up to 1000 participants | |||
| Message Translation | Not available | Available | |||
| Chatbots | Limited capabilities | Advanced bot platform | |||
| Voice Dictation | Available | Available | |||
| Broadcast Messages | Limited customization | Customizable | |||
| Third-Party Sticker Packs | Not available | Available | |||
| Offline Messaging | Not available | Available | |||
| Live Location Sharing | Available | Available | |||
| Business Accounts | WhatsApp Business | Telegram for Business | |||
| Multiple Account Support | No | Available | |||
| Message Formatting | Limited formatting options | Markdown formatting | |||
| Video Streaming | Available | Available | |||
| Self-Destructing Media | No | Available | |||
| QR Code Support | Available | Available | |||
| Voice Recording Transcription | No | Available | |||
| Voice Changer | No | Available | |||
| Voice Message Transcription | No | Available |
