The best Marco Polo alternatives in 2026
Marco Polo scores 8.5 and ranks #6 in Messaging & Calls. It's not for everyone: skip it if you prefer quick texts or need live video meetings. Here's every alternative we rank, and exactly where each one is stronger or weaker.
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- More private +1.7
- Better value +1.1
- More features +0.6
- Faster +0.4
Best for: Anyone who wants private chats and calls without trading data for convenience
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- Less private -2.3
- More features +1.5
- Faster +0.8
- Better design +0.7
Best for: Communities, creators and power users who want channels, bots and multi-device sync
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- Less private -1.6
- More features +1.2
- Faster +0.8
- Better value +0.7
Best for: Anyone who wants one free app to reach family, friends and local businesses
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- More features +0.8
- Slower -0.6
- Better value +0.4
Best for: People juggling WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram and work chats every day
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- Worse value -1.4
- More features +1.3
- Less private -0.9
- Better design +0.4
Best for: Teams and companies that run their daily work through chat and integrations
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- Less private -2.6
- More features +1.0
Best for: Gamers, hobby groups and online communities that want voice and text in one place
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- Worse value -1.3
- Less private -1.0
- More features +0.7
Best for: Teams, teachers and consultants who need video meetings that just work
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- Less private -2.0
- Worse value -1.0
- More features +0.6
- Better design +0.5
Best for: Busy professionals who juggle several email accounts and want a calmer inbox
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- Weaker design -1.2
- Slower -1.2
- More features +0.9
- Less private -0.8
Best for: Organizations already paying for Microsoft 365 that want chat and meetings in one place
Still deciding on Marco Polo?Read our full review, pros and cons.