Unfortunately, nothing else has really matched Discord’s combination of voice, video, and text chatting. Matrix doesn’t even have a functional client, which means it’s only really viable for the people who care enough to learn how to set it up. And the average user does not care enough to learn.
Comment on Reminder if you're leaving Discord for this Revolt server ( Linux + Steam Deck devs / creators)
mesamunefire@lemmy.world 2 weeks ago
So why not matrix?
Is revolt federated?
mic_check_one_two@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 weeks ago
mesamunefire@lemmy.world 2 weeks ago
I’m not sure what you mean? I have voice, video and text working on my yunohost without any real issues. My wife and I use it all the time. Element (the client) could be a bit easier def on the initial experience, but to me that’s it.
The thing discord has is the people. When discord went down a couple of weeks ago, my tiny instance quadrupled in users. And the local city specific matrix got quite a few.
pineapplelover@lemm.ee 2 weeks ago
It’s easier to use and more polished. Also, not federated or decentralized. Although you can self host it
mesamunefire@lemmy.world 2 weeks ago
Self hosting and open source to me is the most important part. Federation can come if the need arises. I was just curious.
Thanks!
SnotFlickerman@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 weeks ago
No and they don’t plan to federate it. Not on their roadmap.
PerfectDark@lemmy.world 2 weeks ago
I think you need to re-read my post.
I did not say to dump one for another
I literally mention Matrix exists
I say this won’t be for everyone
Another reminder, this is not my server, I just thought this was fun and I’m sharing an alternative. But I’ve tried reading all I can about Revolt, and I can’t see where they say it’s “for profit”. Can you link me to that?