Google Duo vs Jitsi
When comparing Google Duo vs Jitsi, the Slant community recommends Jitsi for most people. In the question“What is the best software for making video calls?” Jitsi is ranked 2nd while Google Duo is ranked 7th. The most important reason people chose Jitsi is:
Project available on github for anyone to contribute to or use.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Works well even on bad networks
If can switch between Wi-Fi and GSM network on the fly during a call and adapt audio/video (even drop video) if necessary during a call.
Pro Simple interface
Pro Easy to send recorded video messages.
Pro Open-source
Project available on github for anyone to contribute to or use.
Pro Cross platform
Mac, Windows & Linux availability.
Pro Video calls
Pro OMEMO encryption without plugin
Secure Jabber Texting, better than legacy sms texting.
Pro Supports SIP accounts
well implemented SIP SIMPLE (texting), SIP presence, XCAP.
Pro Supports XEP-0016 and privacy Lists
Jabber Texting apps without Privacy Lists are WOEFULLY deficient.
Pro Encryption out of the box
Encryption for chat, desktop sharing, and web confrencing available.
Cons
Con Doesn't support screen sharing.
Con Crashes on MacOS Monterey
Con Abandoned Android development
They switched focus to Jitsi Meet client for Android.
Con Uses Java
Not a native app, takes awhile to load.