WhatsApp Web and Telegram Web

The rivalry of WhatsApp with the rest of the alternatives seems like a battle that remains latent. And it is that, despite the fact that WhatsApp continues to be the main option among the messaging applications , the rest have managed to carve out a gap between different markets with users who prefer their designs or exclusive features, or who have decided to run away from the general norm. Will the same thing happen with your web versions? At tuexpertoAPPS we wanted to bring two of these most representative services face to face.On the one hand, the recently released WhatsApp Web, on the other, the somewhat more veteran and revered Telegram Web

Design

Both web messaging services are only a few weeks apart, as both were launched in January However,WhatsApp is the oldest application in terms of history, and its design could well have been copied by Telegramwhen it came up years later. The same scheme of a contacts screen from where you can access the conversations Something that is reflected in both services in their web version. And, curiously, in the same way.

Being able to take advantage of a larger screen size (the computer), both services have opted for the formula group the chat screen in a list on the left side, leaving the rest of the space for conversationsThe curious thing is that, even the distribution of the buttons to access the contacts profile , or even this section itself are also located in the same areas. All this with the typical colors blue and green of Telegram and WhatsApp, respectively, the same format circular for profile photos, and other very similar details

Security

It is, without a doubt, one of the most controversial points in the field of messaging. Even more so when we talk about WhatsApp, which cannot precisely boast of being the tool that best guarantees the safety of users, and of Telegram, which so far has not caused any scares, maintaining its position of being the most private and secure tool to communicate.

Now then, regarding their versions web we must clarify. On the one hand WhatsApp has used a simple system that links the user's account to scanning a QR code , being necessary to have the terminal always at hand and connected to use the service A QR codecan be copied and used by third parties, although WhatsApp has taken care to renew it from time to time to avoid precisely this problem.

For its part, Telegram sends a SMS text message to the mobile from the terminal or through the application itself with a unique code that must be entered on the web page. Something more private and secure, as fewer people can access those numbers, instead of a QR codedisplayed on a large screen.

Functioning

Both services are quite different in this respect. And it is that, while WhatsApp Web is a mere reflection of what happens in themobile, Telegram Web operates as individual , taking advantage of the cloud (Internet) in their favor.

This means that Telegram Web users do not need their mobile to be on and constantly connected to the Internet to work. Plus, it lets you synchronize your entire message history instantly on multiple computers and devices at once , continuing the conversation from any of them. Much more freedom to review old messages and content shared with contacts.

However, WhatsApp Web sends and receives all content from the mobile of the user. Something that forces him, although not to always carry it with him, to make sure to be connected to the Internet Otherwise, no message can be received or sent. In addition, it is only possible to access the content that WhatsApp stores on the device, therefore, despite offering a security layer on it, it limits the possibility to review old conversations or content if the user has deleted it from the terminal.

Strengths of Telegram Web

Despite not having its characteristic and distinctive secret chats on the web, Telegram has other interesting options that WhatsApp Web does not have. One of them is the possibility to create new group conversationsA mere classic function in mobile applications but that marks the difference between these two web versions, at least for the moment.

Another key point is the possibility to share any type of file beyond a simple photo. Considering that Telegram offers transfer of files up to 1, 5 GB, it is a very good option to share large documents, videos or any other matter stored on the computer as applications or projects.

Finally, it has options somewhat more extensive than WhatsAppSubtle but useful details for users such as being able to customize the size of the interface to adjust everything to the taste of the consumer, choose the connection type, customize the user profile or manage notifications selectively , contact by contact.

Strengths of WhatsApp Web

Face to face against Telegram Web, WhatsApp Web only It can boast functionally of having access to voice messages. A quality that allows communicationnon-direct voice communication and that usually works very well when you don't have time or your hands free to write.

However, the true potential of WhatsApp comes hand in hand with its vastextreme base of active users And, having more than 700 million users all over the world means having contact almost guaranteed with family and friends who do use WhatsApp, either on their mobile or on their computer. Something that reduces the possibilities of users of Telegram, where it is more difficult to find all those people with whom you have more or less regular contact.

Conclusions

Both messaging services are a whole comfort through computers And the fact is that the possibility of carrying out communication through a larger screen and a full physical keyboard makes the vital difference for those who spend long periods of time in front of the computer, allowing themselves to put their mobile aside and save a good portion of your battery. Now the differences between Telegram andWhatsApp are most remarkable.

There is no doubt that, functionally speaking, the Telegram Web system offers many more possibilities and is much more complete thanWhatsApp Web Group chats, send all kinds of files, manage notifications and settings”¦ However, the biggest problem with Telegram haunts it until its web version: the lack of users.Something that will inevitably make users take advantage of the WhatsApp service if they want to send messages with all their relatives.

Thus, it is up to the consumer to choose between one service or another, or even use both at the same time in different browser tabsAnd it is that it is the most comfortable option when being in front of the computer, being able to take advantage of the possibilities of sending all kinds of files through Telegram, and contact almost anyone using WhatsApp And you, what service do you use the most?