With the release of fun messaging apps like Slingshot and Bolt, communication is becoming more entertaining, but also easier and faster than ever. Beyond what's already offered on your phone, there are tons of alternative messaging apps to choose from for Android and Apple devices. Some of the most fun ones like Imoji, UltraText and Xpress let you turn your own selfies into emojis, making messages more personal than ever. Since it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish the tone of a text message no matter how many cryptic emojis you add, these apps make it a lot easier to gauge an individual's true feelings by their real facial expressions.
In addition to there being a ton of apps that are highly visual, there are also apps that improve upon text messaging, making it easier to do offline or with access to wifi.
31 Fun Messaging Apps
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Surprisingly Simplistic Apps
The Yo App Only Allows People to Message Each Other the Word 'Yo'
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Rival Photo Messaging Apps
Facebook's Slingshot App Will Launch as a Direct Snapchat Competitor
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Anonymous Messaging Apps
The Secret App Lets you Speak Freely with Friends
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Rival Messaging Apps (UPDATE)
The Facebook Slingshot App Sends Photo Status Updates
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Coupled-Up Communication Apps
The New You&Me Messaging App is Content Comprehensive
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Ephermeral Messaging Apps
Instagram Bolt Shares Images Instantly to Smaller Groups of People
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Expansive Messaging Apps
The Talk Path App Makes Messaging Friends, Family and Businesses Easy
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Vanishing Message Apps
The Confide App Shows off Its Snapchat-Like Messaging at CES 2014
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Call-Simulating Apps
The Knock Android App Reminds Friends to Respond to Texts
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Emotional Messaging Apps
The Xpress App Uses Replaces Emojis with Your Own Expressive Selfies
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Snarky Safety-Tweeting Apps
The IAmAliveVIP Emergency Notification App Tweets After Bombings
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Medieval Messaging Apps
The Yo, Hodor Parody App Lets You Shout 'Hodor Hodor' To Your Friends
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Subtle Messaging Apps
The Wut App Lets You Send Messages Disguised as Push Notifications
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Customizable Emoticon Apps
The Imoji App Lets Smartphone Users Create Their Own iPhone Emojis
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Emotional Outburst Apps
The Vent App Saves You from Having to Vent on Social Media
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Overprotective Messaging Apps
The Kitestring App Texts Contacts When Users Don't Reply
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Incognito Flirting Apps
The Truth App Lets You Flirt Anonymously
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Catty Social Networking Apps
The MeowChat App Combines Social Networking, Dating and Cartoon Cats
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Internet-Independent Chat Apps
'FireChat' Lets You Chat without Internet or a Cellphone Signal
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Trustworthy Social Sharing Apps
The Open Messaging Platform App Omlet Debuted at the SXSW 2014
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Text-Mimicking Email Apps
E-mail Gets a Modern Facelift with Ping
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Lightning-Fast Messaging Apps
The Telegram Messenger App is Simple, Secure and Super Speedy
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Musical Messaging Apps
The La-La App Allows You To Chat Via Song
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Animation Texting Apps
The UltraText App Lets You Make Homemade GIFs to Send to Your Friends
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Wifi Texting Apps
Text Using Wifi with The Three inTouch App
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Couples Messaging Apps
The Couple App for Couples Provides a Dedicated Network for Two
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Selfie Messaging Apps
iOS Messenger App React Lets You Have Entire Conversations of Just Selfies
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Self-Destructing Messaging Apps
The Wickr App Offers Privacy and Control
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Personalized Face Messaging Apps
React Messenger Allows Users to Attach Their Own Smiling Face
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Location-Based Messaging Apps
The Repudo App Lets You Leave Digital Notes in the Real-World
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Reaction-Capturing Apps
The Reactr App will Let you See Friends Reactions to Your Photo
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Speedy Messaging Apps
The Tap App Claims to Be the World's Fastest Messaging App
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Translation-Enabled Chat Platforms
The Globr Chat Platform Can Translate Users' Messages
Related Ideas
Telegram-Style Video Messages
WhatsApp is Launching Instant Video Messaging Features
Text Roulette Games
Hit Send is a High-Risk Card Game Based on Messaging Contacts
Unfiltered Dating Apps
The 'RAW' Dating App Shows a Person's Authentic Self
Interactive Travel Map Apps
The 'Proxi' Travel App Offers Curated Travel Plans and More
Algorithm-Free Social Media Apps
'RTRO' Connects Users in a More Positive Online Environment
Social Voice Chat Features
WhatsApp Launches a New Voice Chat Feature for Large Groups
AI Messaging Apps
With 'Viber,' Users can Now Chat with a Famous Artificial Intelligence
Inclusive Tinder Features
Tinder Launches New Profile Features to Support Authentic Connections
AI Avatar Dating Apps
The Snack App Allow Users to Turn Themselves into an AI Version
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
AI-Aided Social Networks
Why Be Real Online when you can BeFake
Gen Alpha Social Media Apps
'SendIt' is Designed for Youth to Socialize through Games and Chatting
Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Messaging App Color Customizations
Whatsapp's Color Customization Will Rollout Soon
Daily Motivation Apps
'Motivation' is an Empowering App Helping People Make the Most of Their Days
Standalone Friend-Finding Apps
Bumble for Friends (BFF) is Being Tested in Select Markets
Messaging App Chat Organization
WhatsApp Keeps Conversations Organized with Chat Filters
Movie-Inspired Dating App Features
Bumble Barbie Compliments Offer a Fun Way to Flirt
Video-Style Chat App Features
WhatsApp Instant Video Messages Enables Quick Communication
AI Dating App Assistants
WooWell is an AI Dating Keyboard to Help Users Find Love
AI-Powered Language Learning Apps
The 'Fluento' App Helps Users Gain Confident Speaking Abilities
Dedicated Chatbot Apps
The Android Version Of Microsoft's 'Copilot' Offers Versatile Tools
Motivating Journaling Apps
MindUp Encourages Users to Maintain a Daily Mindfulness Habit
Running Partner Messaging Apps
Find Your Next Running Partner Through Strava Messaging
Shoppable Hybrid Apps
Lemon8 is a New Social Media App Combining Aspects of Instagram & Pinterest
One-Way Chat Feature Updates
WhatsApp Launches its New Channels Feature Social Update
Personalized AI Emojis
Emojifyer AI Turns Your Selfies Into Emojis
Connection-Emphasizing Online Dating Coaches
The Rizz App Offers a Meaningful Approach to Dating
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Anti-Late Night Texting Tools
HOP WTR Debuts the DNT TXT lockbox to Prevent Impulsive Texting
Gamified Video Dating Apps
IRLY is a Dating App by Gen Z for Gen Z
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Personalized Language Education Apps
TalkPal Uses a Personable Approach to Language Learning
Raw Thought Organization Apps
The 'Memosa' App Turns Ideas and Rambling into Organized Text
In-App Recommendation Features
Bumble Boasts the 'Recommend to a Friend' Feature
Date Planning Apps
DUO Helps Couples Enjoy Exciting Relationship Experiences with Their Partner
Gen Z Video Apps
Zigazoo is an Invite-Only App with a Focus on Short-Form Videos & Video Replies
AI-Powered Design Apps
Adobe Launches an AI-Powered Mobile App Called Adobe Express
Satellite Messaging-Enabled Smartphones
This Chinese Smartphone Offers a Network-Free SMS Function
Text Transformation Tools
The Stylish Font Generator Adds Style and Creativity to Text
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Quiver is a Social Media App for Thinkers Seeking Connection
Free Generative AI Apps
OpenAI's Android App is Launching on the Google Play Store Soon
Communication App Shopping Experiences
WhatsApp Flows Allow for In-App Booking and Shopping
Social Dating App Features
Tinder Now Supports Collaborative Matchmaking with Friends and Family
Power-Unlocking Camera Apps
The Photon Camera App Captures Pro-Grade Images
All-in-One Pet Care Apps
Dotsy Offers Tracking and Recording for Pet Owners
Social City Exploration Apps
The 'Geometrik' App Connects Citizens and Businesses Together
AI-Powered Socialization Apps
The 'BU' App Takes an AI-Driven Approach to Event Planning
Engaging Political Update Apps
The 'GovSide' App Encourages Citizens to Get Involved
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
Photo-Based Calorie Trackers
Meals.Chat Can Help Individuals Track Their Calories
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Skaldic is an App for Curious Minds
Empathy-Building Anxiety Simulators
This Tool Let's You Practice Talking to Someone with Anxiety
Speech-to-Text Tools
Voxio Can Create Formatted text From Your Thoughts in Minutes
All-in-One Productivity Apps
Evo Brands Itself as 'The Everything App'
Therapeutic Breakup Bots
Text Your Ex Helps People Cope and Process Their Breakups
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
Social Media AI Chatbots
Instagram Plans to Incorporate its Own AI Chatbots in the App
Chatbot-Equipped Mobile Keyboards
Microsoft is Augmenting SwiftKey with an Updated Bing Chatbot
AI Language Apps
MoBuddy is Fluent in 11 Languages and Offers Around-the-Clock Support
Summary-Producing Email Features
The Shortwave Email App Introduces AI-Powered Email Summaries
Social Reading Apps
Fable is a Social App for Readers That Goes Beyond Book Clubs
Text-to-Image AI Apps
The Bonkers App Quickly Creates Images using AI
Joy-Infused Writing Support
InkJot is an App That Adds More Fun to the Writing Process
AI-Powered News Summary Apps
The 'Concise AI' News App Provides Summaries of Pertinent Topics
Visual Payment Apps
Vizme Turns the Experience of Sending or Spending Money Into Stories
Chat-Style To-Do Apps
The 'Qept' App Lets Users DM Tasks to Themselves
AI Dating Aid Bots
WittyWingMan Helps Users Craft the Perfect Text Response
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Relationship-Rating Couples Apps
The 'Kuziu' App Helps Couples Strengthen Their Bond
Artistic AI-Powered Poetry Apps
The Pamera App Turns Images into Poetry Using AI Technology
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Cross-Platform Messaging Apps
'Nothing Phone' is Getting its Own Version of iMessage
Parental Social App Controls
Meta Debuts a Series of New Features Across its Social Media Apps
Meme-Based Dating Sites
Schmooze Helps Singles Find Love Through Memes and Jokes
Digitized Note-Taking Apps
FlowNote Turns Note-Taking Into an Art
Decentralized Social Apps
Meta is Developing a Decentralized Text-Based App Codenamed "P92"
Timed Dating App Features
Match's 72 Hours Feature Fights Dating App Burnout
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
Pleasing Productivity Apps
Aime Takes a Holistic Approach to Productivity
AI Smoking Cessation Apps
The 'QuitBot' App Offers Resources To People Trying to Quit Smoking
Conversation-Starting Prompt Decks
Mingler Has Engaging Conversation Starters for Every Topic
Randomized Emoji Generators
This Tool Helps People Communicate Through a Gallery of 5,000 Emojis
AI-Fueled Upcoming Apps
OpenAI Officially Launches a Free ChatGPT App Platform for iOS.
Mobile Streaming App Stories
Twitch is Rolling Out a Daily 'Story' Feature on its Mobile App
Relationship-Strengthening Dating Ideas
Perfect Dates is an App Inspiring Stronger Bonds
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Meeting-Canceling Apps
Cala Helps Employees Swipe Left on Unnecessary Team Meetings
Animated-Photo AI-Fueled Chat Apps
EmbodyMe Unveils its New Xpression Chat Platform
Interest-Based Matchmaker Apps
Wana Matches People Based on Shared Interests
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Privacy-Focused Messenger Features
WhatsApp is Rolling Out a 'Chat Lock' Feature for all Users
AI Dating Support
Flirt Like a Pro Uses AI To Create Witty Responses to Romantic Texts
Photo Editing Mobile Expansions
Capture One Launches its Platform on Mobile Devices
Work Message Summarizers
Recap for Slack Summarizes Your Messages Into Action Items
Esports Communication Apps
SONIX Announced its Expansion into the US Market with UNC
AI-Powered Language Apps
The Memrise App Welcomes More Than 70 Million Users
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
AI-Powered Therapy Apps
Sonia Makes AI Therapy Accessible Anytime and Anywhere
Omni-Education Learning Apps
The 'Bytesized' App Offers Quick Educational Lessons Anytime
Predictive AI-Fueled Chat Updates
Google is Introducing Smart Compose with Suggestive Phrases
Speech-to-Text Notes Apps
Talk2Note Uses AI To Effortlessly Transform Thoughts to Text
Distraction-Free Dating Guides
Hinge Debuted a New Guide to Minimize Distractions While Dating
Childhood Memory Capturing Apps
Dear Little One Allows Parents to Record Messages for Their Child
Quizzing Language Apps
Multilingue is a Versatile Language-Learning App with Over 30 Languages
Personalized Home Screen Characters
Dippy Adds AI Friends to Home Screens To Chat and Enjoy
AI Chat Companions
My AI Offers a New Way for Snapchat Users to Engage Generative AI
Social Telegrammed Messaging Features
Instagram's Broadcast Channels Will Soon Launch Globally
Touchscreen Satellite Communicators
The Iridium GO! Exec Satellite Communicator Supports Many Apps
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Social App Feature Updates
Instagram is Moving the Status Update Notes to Profiles
Connection-Building Dating Platforms
Happie Aims to Build Meaningful Connections Between Users
Workplace Chat-Optimizing Apps
'Superhuman' is Shifting its Focus to Workplace Teams Services
Social Group Voice-Chat Features
WhatsApp's New Feature Allow Control in Group Voice Chats
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Social Sticker-Making Features
WhatsApp Launches a New In-App Custom Sticker Maker
All-in-One Team Communication Tools
ZoomShift Allows For Messages, Announcements and Updates
Lighthearted Meme Apps
Goodday is a Meme App Designed to Inspire Happiness
Chat-Based Language Learning
With FlipChat, You Can Learn a Language While Chatting with Friends
Synced Sticky Note App
OneSticker is a Sticky Note Synced Across Devices
Invitational Social App Expansions
The Bluesky App is Only Available by Invitation
Visually Inclusive Smartphone Features
Apple Adds the New Bold Assistive Access Feature
Expansive Emoticon Libraries
Amicons Offer 300 Friendly and Personality-Filled Emoticons
Sentimental AI Speech Writers
Toast Tracker Sends Well Wishes to Loved Ones
Video-Verification Dating Apps
Tinder's Photo Verified Cuties Initiates Video Selfie Procedures
Integrated Shortcut AI Features
OpenAI Presents its New Shortcuts Integration Feature
Remote Worker Networking Apps
Midstay is an App for Remote Workers to Connect
Connection-Building Prompt Apps
Quiver's Daily Questions Will Connect You to Friends and Strangers
Interactive Presentation Polls
MeetMoji Uses AI to Create Engaging and Interactive Meetings
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Phone-Based User-Targeted Campaigns
PlugSMS Helps Users Launch Campaigns From Their Phones
AI Dating Assistants
Flamer is a Witty AI Tool Helping People Enjoy Their Dating Lives
Connective Time Zone Apps
Clockwise Helps You Stay In Sync Across The Globe
Personalized Heartfelt Digital Greetings
Merrygram Emerges as a More Meaningful Alternative
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Spam-Sifting Messaging Apps
Silter Helps Identify Spam Messages
Task Management SMS Assistants
Hody Stops Procrastinating Through Friendly Text Messages