Viber for Mac

Quick summary

Viber is now available as a desktop app for macOS, bringing many of the mobile app’s chat and calling features to the computer. It positions itself as an alternative to apps like Skype and Messages, offering strong continuity with your mobile conversations though with a few limitations compared with the phone versions.

How it handles syncing and contacts

The Mac client emphasizes seamless continuity with your mobile device — conversations and contact lists are carried over so you can pick up where you left off. Most users will find the synchronization smooth and intuitive, but some have reported occasional hiccups with contact updates.

Voice and video capabilities

You can place audio calls and conduct video chats between Mac users with solid quality that rivals other desktop calling apps. However, the Mac client does not yet support video calls to mobile devices, nor does it provide multi-person video conferencing features.

Interface and setup

Viber for Mac sports a clean, user-friendly layout that will feel familiar to anyone who has used Skype or the Messages app. New users are prompted to create a Viber account during initial setup so chats and contacts can be linked across devices.

Stability and media quality

In most cases the desktop app synchronizes reliably and delivers good video quality for one-to-one Mac video calls. Still, some users encounter sync inconsistencies, and the absence of mobile video calling remains a notable restriction.

Who should consider installing it

If you’re looking for an alternative to Skype or Messages and want close mobile-desktop continuity, Viber’s macOS client is worth trying. It won’t fully replace the mobile app for users who need all features, but it provides a dependable chat and VoIP experience on the desktop.

Recent improvements

• Group conversations now support up to 40 participants
• Expanded sticker collection and richer emoji options
• Better interoperability with Windows Phone users