GB WhatsApp vs Arattai and XChat: New Messaging Apps Compared
New messaging apps keep arriving with promises of better privacy and fewer restrictions. Two that come up often in GB WhatsApp discussions are Arattai, the messaging app from Indian software company Zoho, and XChat, the messaging service from X. This guide compares them with GB WhatsApp at a high level, so you can decide whether they’re worth trying.
Both apps are evolving quickly, so features and availability may have changed since this was written. Check each app’s official store listing for the latest details.
What Are Arattai and XChat?
Arattai is a free messaging app made by Zoho, an Indian software company. It offers chats, voice and video calls, channels and stories, and has been promoted as a homegrown alternative to WhatsApp.
XChat is the messaging service connected to X, the social network. It focuses on direct messaging tied to your X account, with features such as encrypted chats and calls. Its rollout and features have changed over time.
GB WhatsApp is an unofficial modification of WhatsApp that adds privacy and customization features on top of the WhatsApp network.
Quick Comparison
| Point | GB WhatsApp | Arattai | XChat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official app | No | Yes | Yes |
| Where to get it | APK download | Official app stores | Through X and official app stores |
| Ban risk for using the app | Yes | No | No |
| Uses phone number | Yes | Yes | Tied to X account |
| Your contacts already there | Very likely | Growing, strongest in India | X users |
| Customization | Very high | Standard | Standard |
| Anti-delete and scheduling | Yes | No | No |
Privacy and Security
GB WhatsApp uses WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption, but the modified app itself is closed source and downloaded from websites. Arattai and XChat are official apps from known companies, distributed through app stores. Each has its own approach to encryption, which has been updated over time, so check their current privacy information before trusting them with sensitive chats.
The key difference is trust: with an official app, you’re trusting a known company with a public privacy policy. With GB WhatsApp, you’re trusting anonymous mod developers.
Features
| Feature | GB WhatsApp | Arattai | XChat |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-to-one chats | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Groups | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Voice and video calls | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Channels or broadcasts | Yes | Yes | Varies |
| Ghost Mode and freeze last seen | Yes | No | No |
| Theme store | Yes | No | No |
| Desktop use | Emulator only | Yes | Yes |
| iPhone support | No | Yes | Yes |
GB WhatsApp wins on control and customization. The newer apps win on official support, iPhone availability and multi-device use.
Should You Switch?
| Consider Arattai if | Consider XChat if | Stay with GB WhatsApp if |
|---|---|---|
| You want an official app with no ban risk | You use X a lot and want messaging there | Your contacts are on WhatsApp |
| Many of your contacts are in India and using it | You want messaging tied to your X profile | You value privacy toggles and themes |
| You want desktop and iPhone apps | You’re comfortable with X’s privacy terms | You’re happy updating and backing up manually |
The biggest factor is where your contacts are. A messaging app is only useful if the people you talk to use it too.
Using Them Together
You don’t have to choose just one. Many users keep WhatsApp or GB WhatsApp for everyday contacts and try a newer app with friends who’ve moved there. Using Arattai or XChat doesn’t affect your GB WhatsApp account.
Safety Reminder
If you’re trying new apps, download them only from official app stores. Fake versions of new, trending apps appear quickly, just like fake GB WhatsApp files. Our guide on how to spot a fake APK applies to any app downloaded outside a store.
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What to Check Before Trying a New Messaging App
| Question | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Is it in the official app store? | Lowers the risk of fake versions |
| Who makes it? | You know who to trust with your data |
| Is chat encryption on by default? | Protects message content |
| Do your contacts use it? | A messenger is useless without them |
| Can you export or back up chats? | You won’t lose history if you leave |
Trying a New App Without Disruption
- Install the new app alongside WhatsApp or GB WhatsApp.
- Invite a few close contacts to test it with you.
- Use it for a couple of weeks.
- Decide whether to move more conversations.
There’s no need to delete WhatsApp while you test.
Privacy Policies Matter
Before moving important chats, read the new app’s privacy policy, especially what data it collects and how long it keeps it. Official apps from known companies publish these documents, which is one advantage over unofficial mods.
Desktop and iPhone Users
If you use an iPhone or work mainly on a computer, official apps like Arattai and XChat have a clear advantage, because GB WhatsApp only runs on Android. See GB WhatsApp for iPhone for why.
Conclusion
Arattai and XChat are official, store-distributed apps with no ban risk and support for iPhone and desktop. GB WhatsApp offers far more privacy control and customization, but only on Android and with the risks of an unofficial app. If your contacts are on WhatsApp, GB WhatsApp or official WhatsApp is still the practical choice. If they’re moving to a newer app, it’s worth trying alongside.
Frequently Asked Questions
Arattai is a free messaging app from Indian software company Zoho, with chats, calls, channels and stories.
XChat is the messaging service connected to X, focused on direct messages tied to your X account.
Arattai is an official app from a known company with no ban risk, which makes it lower risk than an unofficial mod.
No. Features like anti-delete, freeze last seen and a theme store are specific to WhatsApp mods.
Only if your contacts are using them. Otherwise, you can try them alongside WhatsApp.