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Threema vs Tuta
Both do 1 of the same security & privacy tools task. Below is what each says about its own limits and pricing, and how each ranks on signals we can measure or quote.
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Threema
The secure instant messenger from Switzerland. GDPR-compliant messaging for individuals and organizations that value privacy, security and data protection.
Signals score: 4.2 / 5 · not a hands-on test
Visit threema.com/enB
Tuta
Tuta guarantees your data stays private for free & without ads. Quantum-resistant encryption makes Tuta the best secure technology solution to protect your privacy.
Signals score: 4.2 / 5 · not a hands-on test
Visit tuta.comPricing, limits and privacy
- Free tier
- A: Private app is a one-time purchase; a free option is not stated. A Professional work plan shows a Try for free button; trial length not stated.
- B: A free account is offered with 1 GB storage, 1 calendar and 3 labels. No extra email addresses or custom domains on the free plan.
- Paid plan
- A: Private: 6.00 one-time (depends on app store and country). Core work plan 3.00 per user and Professional 5.00 per user, billed monthly per user with an annual payment option. OnPrem custom. Currency selector CHF/EUR/USD; currency symbols not shown.
- B: Revolutionary: 20 GB, unlimited calendars and labels, 15 extra addresses, 3 custom domains. Legend: 500 GB, unlimited calendars and labels, 30 extra addresses, 10 custom domains. Base prices not shown on the page; only family options: Revolutionary users 3 EUR per user per month, Legend users 8 EUR per user per month, shared mailbox 3 EUR (Revolutionary) or 8 EUR (Legend) per month.
- Signup
- A: No phone number or email address is required to use Threema; users get a Threema ID.
- B: The page says you can create an email account for free or with a paid plan and links to 'Create free account'. It does not explicitly say whether an account is required.
- Watermark
- A: Not applicable.
- B: Not stated.
- Where files go
- A: Page says messages are removed from Threema's servers right after delivery and connection details are not logged. Group membership data stays on users' devices.
- B: The privacy page says Tuta protects all data with strong encryption. It does not say where data is stored or how long it is kept.
From each tool's own pages, checked 2026-11-01. Prices and limits change; check the tool before you rely on them. Sources are listed on each tool's page.
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