Messaging, social media and payments in one app.
At a glance
| App | Price | Platforms | Pick it if |
|---|---|---|---|
| KakaoTalk (the app you have) | Free | Apple | - |
| Snapchat | Free | Apple | you want a close match |
| Free | Apple | you want a close match | |
| Deliveries | Free | Apple | you want a close match |
| WhatsApp Messenger | Free download | Apple | you want a close match |
| LINE | Free | iPhone, Android | you need it on Android |
| Messenger | Free | Apple | you want a close match |
| Google Voice | Free | iPhone, Android | you need it on Android |
| TextNow | Free download | iPhone, Android | you need it on Android |
Snapchat
FreeShare photos, videos and messages with friends.
Deliveries
FreeTracks your packages from many carriers in one list.
WhatsApp Messenger
Free download; paid upgrades in the appFree messaging and calls used by over 2 billion people.
LINE
FreeFree messaging and calls, popular in Japan and Asia.
Pick it if you need it on Android.
Messenger
FreeMeta's free messaging and calling app.
Google Voice
FreeA second phone number for calls, texts and voicemail.
Pick it if you need it on Android.
TextNow
Free download; paid upgrades in the appFree calls and texts with a phone number.
Pick it if you need it on Android.
We matched these apps to KakaoTalk by what they are for, who they suit and where they run, using our research on each app's official website and app store listing. We have not tested them hands-on for this page. Check the price on each app's own site before you buy.