1. ShareChat
Mohalla Tech · Bengaluru · Messaging & social apps · 4.5/5
Indian-language social network built in Bengaluru.
Free
Free plan available
Messaging & social apps · Alternatives
Best Sandes alternatives in India (2026)
Sandes is a messaging & social apps product from NIC, New Delhi, priced at Free with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 20 have a free plan, 9 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Sandes are ShareChat (Free), Josh App (Free), JioChat (Free), Arattai (Free) and Facebook (Free). ShareChat is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
Sandes alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Sandes's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Sandes (current) | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | — |
| 1 | ShareChat | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 2 |  Josh App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  JioChat | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 4 |  Arattai | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 5 |  Facebook | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 6 |  Public App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 7 |  Lokal | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 8 |  Kutumb | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 9 |  Signal | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 10 |  Bolo Indya | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 11 |  Pinterest | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 12 |  Mastodon | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 13 |  Threads | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 14 |  Bluesky | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 15 |  YouTube Shorts | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 16 |  Instagram Reels | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 17 |  Clubhouse | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 18 |  Viber | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 19 |  Nextdoor | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 20 |  Aisle | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 |
Top 10 Sandes alternatives in detail
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7. Lokal
Lokal · Bengaluru · Messaging & social apps · 4.3/5
Hyperlocal vernacular platform built in Bengaluru.
Free
Free plan available
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Free plan available
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How to choose a Sandes alternative
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- Use official APIs for automation, never unofficial tools.
- Review privacy settings for staff accounts.
Sandes alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Sandes in 2026?+
The closest matches to Sandes on App Advisor are ShareChat (Free), Josh App (Free), JioChat (Free). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Sandes, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Sandes?+
Yes. 20 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: ShareChat (Free), Josh App (Free), JioChat (Free). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to Sandes?+
Yes. 9 alternatives are built in India, including ShareChat (Free), Josh App (Free), JioChat (Free). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Sandes vs ShareChat: which is better?+
ShareChat is the closest match to Sandes in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Sandes alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in messaging & social apps or a category Sandes also covers, and NIC's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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