Although Android has many aspects superior to its main competitor, Apple's iOS, the truth is that Apple's operating system not bad at all.
It is very stable, fast and receives frequent updates. It also has a standard application that honestly makes many Android users the envy and that FaceTime allows you to make completely free video calls between Apple devices. And Android users, what alternatives do we have?
What is FaceTime?
FaceTime is an application that is installed on Apple devices such as iPhones, iPads, and even Mac computers. It's free and really easy to use.
We just have to start the app, find among our contacts the person with whom we want to start the video call and that he must also own an Apple device and give it to start.
Fast, simple and of exceptional quality. All this obviously without the need to install third-party applications. Of course FaceTime also allows you to add up to 32 people in the same video call, so it's very useful if all members of your family have Apple products or if your workplace works exclusively with devices from the bitten apple.
Best alternatives or apps similar to FaceTime on Android
WhatsApp is one of the most popular apps in the world
WhatsApp is one of the most popular applications in the world, with millions of active users every day, which is honestly not a coincidence. Of course there are better apps but WhatsApp came at a time when there was virtually no competition, becoming the queen of instant messaging.
But beware, WhatsApp is much more than an app for sending and receiving text messages. With WhatsApp you can make video calls and while it's not as comprehensive as FaceTime or other apps on this list - it doesn't have a tablet app - it has a big advantage. That everyone has WhatsApp installed on their smartphone.
ZOOM
Zoom, the trendy video calling app
If there is a video calling app that can rival FaceTime and has become very popular in recent months, is if you doubt ZOOM.
A tool that although is intended for use at work, its use can also be personal, for example to talk to friends or the rest of the family.
It is perhaps one of the best alternatives to other professional applications like Skype since It allows also to share files directly from cloud services such as Google Drive or Dropbox.
Messenger
Facebook Messenger can save us from more than one problem
The app to send and receive instant messages from Facebook also has video calling and Messenger can save us from some trouble.
Unfortunately to use it it is mandatory to have a Facebook account and the truth is that it is oriented for leisure and non-professional use with very few options, but hey, is yet another option to consider.
Google Duo
Google Duo is one of the most used Google communication apps
If Apple has an application like FaceTime on iOS, Google couldn't be outdone with Android. The Mountain View company offers us Google Duo, a tool for making video calls between several people, totally free .
Google Duo is easy to use, compatible with any Android and iOS device, allows conversations of up to 12 participants and all this without having to pay a paltry euro.
Discord
Discord isn't just for gamers
Discord is a video calling platform aimed at gamers and video games, but the truth is that it can also be used for any other matter, whether professional or leisure.
Discord, available on Android, iOS, and computers, is indeed a very complete tool which allows you to invite up to 50 people to the same conversation. Unfortunately it's not as easy to use as FaceTime or Skype for example.
Skype
Skype is the most popular app for making video calls
No, we haven't forgotten to talk about what maybe it is the most popular video calling application in the world and certainly one of the best tools to do it.
The Microsoft app is a safe bet if you need to make a video call, whether for leisure or business, as it allows conversations with up to 24 participants completely free of charge.
As if that were not enough, there is also a version called Skype Lite, lighter, consumes less data and takes up less space, perfect for those with slightly humbler devices.
House party
Houseparty is a video calling app that you are sure to love
Definitely the app least known of the list, but that doesn't mean it's the worst.
For those who do not know it yet, it is worth commenting that this is an app that takes group video calls to the next level, thanks to the built-in minigames, by contacting friends of friends and other people from all over the world, without having to have your mobile number and without having to give ours.
Instagram isn't just for hanging photos
Instagram is a perfect social network to let everyone know about the hilarious holidays we spent by the sea, but it is also an ideal tool for making group video calls between friends.
It doesn't have many options, it forces all attendees to have an Instagram account and, in short, it's not the best option on this list, but as we always say, it is however another free alternative to making video calls.
