Video calling is one of the best ways to communicate with your loved ones as well as with your business clients. You can do this on your laptop, PC, and even your smartphone. There are tons of video chat apps available on the PlayStore and it is impossible to try them all. Here are the best video chat apps for Android in 2022.
- Google Duo
- Facebook Messenger
- Imo
- JustTalk
- Who
- Private Messenger Signal
- Skype
- ViberMessenger
- Line
WhatsApp is one of the most popular apps on PlayStore. It started as a cross-platform messaging app, but later voice and video calling features were added. The developers have improved the video chat feature so much that it rivals the dedicated video apps in the market. If you don't want to add the extra video app on your smartphone and want to use the all-in-one app, WhatsApp is a great option for you.
Google Duo
Google Duo is Google's official app for video calls. It's one of the simplest and easiest to use video apps we've ever seen. You can just put it in your number, verify it, and you're good to go. The app also requires less resources than Whatsapp video calls. If you want a lightweight and less power-consuming video app, Google Duo is a great option for you.
Facebook Messenger
Facebook Messenger is one of the most popular messaging apps despite the fact that most people don't like it. In 2011, Facebook removed the integrated messaging system and introduced the separate application for messaging and calls. It also offers a very clear video call service and also allows you to use the filter like filters during the call which makes it more fun.
Imo
Imo is another very good video calling and chatting app that is fully compatible with all network standards. The app is very popular in regions like the Middle East where most video call services do not work. It also offers a very clear video call service. The only problem with this app is that annoying ad that pops up every now and then.
JustTalk
JusTalk is a relatively less popular video chat app, but it's a pretty good app. The JusTalk app also offers to do things like Doodle while video chatting which makes it fun to use. The app comes with all the standard features you find in other video chat apps. It also requires less resources, just like Google Duo, and is an attractive alternative to Google Duo. You can also totally change the look of the app by installing the themes, but you will have to spend some money for that. Overall it is free to use.
Who
Kik is another very popular video chat app that offers both graphical and video chat. The app lets you create a group with your friends and offers features like sending media just like other video chat apps. The kik is very popular among gamers because it doesn't need your personal phone number, you can just register and use it. Overall, the Kik theme is more colorful, so if you're not a fan of colorful apps, you might not like this one.
Private Messenger Signal
Signal Private Messenger is another great video chat app that caters to people who want more privacy in their apps. It comes with end-to-end encryption for all communications. The video call service is very good, we didn't find any issues during our tests. The best thing about this app is that it is completely free and open source which means it is maintained by a community and not by the company. If you are more concerned about your privacy, Signal Messager Privé is a great option.
Skype
Skype is one of the most iconic video chat apps in the PlayStore. There are native versions of Skype available for almost all platforms including PC, Android, iOS, etc. Skype is really good for video calls and is mostly used by businesses. It lets you add up to 25 people in a single video chat. It also lets you use it for regular calls, but you'll have to pay for that. If you are looking for a more dynamic video chat application, Skype is a good choice.
ViberMessenger
Viber is another great video chat app that started out as a voice calling app and later evolved into a full-featured messaging app. It allows you to make audio calls as well as video calls. It also offers encryption on all communications between the two users. If your mobile phone is also frequently used by other people, you can use the hidden chat feature to hide the chat from other people. The only problem with this app is that it requires more resources and consumes more battery compared to other lightweight video chat apps like Duo.
Line
Line is another great video chat app that offers text messaging as well as video and audio call service. The app also offers its different versions for different platforms just like Skype. The video call feature works perfectly on this app. The app also supports about 17 different languages for the app which makes it ideal for those who want to use it in their native language.
Conclusion
These are the best video chat apps for Android. Most of them are completely free, some offer in-app purchases, but you can still use them without spending a dime. Let us know your favorite video chat apps in the comments section below. You can also check out the best apps to call for free on our website.
