Summary of Reddit Comments on Self-hosted Chat Platforms

Matrix / Element

• Matrix / Element is a popular self-hosted chat platform that offers encryption and privacy: "I don't like Matrix either" due to issues with encryption keys.
• Pros: Encryption, security features
• Cons: Issues with encryption keys, user experience complaints

Nextcloud Chat

• Nextcloud Chat offers video capabilities and a smartphone app: "Have you tried Nextcloud Chat?".
• Cons: Users had speed issues with Nextcloud Chat.

Mattermost

• Mattermost is a self-hosted Slack alternative praised for ease of setup and client availability: "Check out Mattermost".
• Pros: Easy setup, multi-platform clients, room control features
• Cons: Some users prefer other platforms over Mattermost

Rocketchat

• Rocketchat is another self-hosted chat option, popular for its functionality: "I've been using Rocketchat with friends for years".
• Pros: Flawless experience, no need for cloud account
• Cons: Potential future limitations for free version

SimplexChat

• SimplexChat is preferred by some users due to improved user experience over Matrix / Element: "We moved to SimplexChat and have had no issues".
• Pros: Improved user experience, no issues reported
• Cons: Lack of profile consistency on different devices

Other Mentioned Platforms

• Snikket: Based on XMPP, good for secure 1:1 chats.
• Zulip: Described as a better version of Mattermost.
• Tinode: Mentioned but not elaborated on.

Fosscord

• Fosscord: Described as a Discord alternative free from money-focused features.
• Cons: Legal concerns due to similarities to Discord.
• Suggestions: Rename for legal reasons, address resource usage concerns.

Please note that some platforms like Matrix, Mattermost, Rocketchat, and SimplexChat received positive feedback for their performance and user experience, while Nextcloud Chat had some speed issues reported. Fosscord faces legal concerns due to similarities to Discord.