1. ShareChat
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Indian-language social network built in Bengaluru.
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- Built in India (Bengaluru)
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Best Google Messages alternatives in India (2026)
Google Messages is a messaging & social apps product from Google, Mountain View, priced at Free with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 20 have a free plan, 9 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Google Messages are ShareChat (Free), Facebook (Free), Josh App (Free), Signal (Free) and JioChat (Free). ShareChat is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
Why businesses look for a Google Messages alternative
Indian support and GST
Google Messages is built in United States. 9 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
Google Messages alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Google Messages's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Google Messages (current) | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | — |
| 1 | ShareChat | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 2 |  Facebook | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  Josh App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 4 |  Signal | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 5 |  JioChat | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 6 |  Pinterest | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 7 |  Arattai | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 8 |  Sandes | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 9 |  Mastodon | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 10 |  Threads | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 11 |  Bluesky | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 12 |  Instagram Reels | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 13 |  Clubhouse | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 14 |  Viber | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 15 |  WhatsApp | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 16 |  Public App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 17 |  Instagram | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 18 |  Lokal | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 19 |  Kutumb | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 20 |  Bolo Indya | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.2/5 |
Top 10 Google Messages alternatives in detail
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- Built in India (Bengaluru)
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- Built in India (Navi Mumbai)
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- Built in India (Chennai)
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- Built in India (New Delhi)
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How to choose a Google Messages alternative
- Businesses should set up official business profiles and catalogues.
- Use official APIs for automation, never unofficial tools.
- Review privacy settings for staff accounts.
Google Messages alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Google Messages in 2026?+
The closest matches to Google Messages on App Advisor are ShareChat (Free), Facebook (Free), Josh App (Free). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Google Messages, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Google Messages?+
Yes. 20 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: ShareChat (Free), Facebook (Free), Josh App (Free). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to Google Messages?+
Yes. 9 alternatives are built in India, including ShareChat (Free), Josh App (Free), JioChat (Free). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Google Messages vs ShareChat: which is better?+
ShareChat is the closest match to Google Messages in our catalogue. Key differences: Built in India (Bengaluru). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Google Messages alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in messaging & social apps or a category Google Messages also covers, and Google's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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