Apps Like Thundr, Monkey and CooMeet: Video Chat Alternatives (2026)

• Thundr is a random video and text chat where you press next to meet someone new.
• Monkey is a random video chat app that became popular on social media.
• CooMeet is a random video chat that markets verified profiles and, according to review sites, charges users to keep chatting.

Details change often, so treat what follows as a starting point and read each service's current terms.

Thundr is described as a random chat in which you pick video or text and move to the next person with one tap, with some interest and location options. We found very little independent information about its pricing, moderation or age checks, and several unrelated sites use similar names. Before using it, check the official app store listing and read its terms.

Monkey states a minimum age, and Common Sense Media rates it 17+, meaning older teens and adults. Because the app became popular on social media with younger users, parental-control organisations advise care around age checks and content, so it is not a place for minors.

If you are an adult who wants random video chat, pick a service whose rules you have read, and keep the usual habits: nothing personal on camera, and skip or report when a conversation does not feel right.

According to review sites, CooMeet connects users with profiles it describes as verified, and continuing a conversation after the free part is paid. That is a different model from free chat sites, so it is worth reading the pricing and cancellation terms before paying and checking your card statement afterwards.

If you would rather not pay per conversation, there are plenty of video chat sites where you can start without a subscription.

SpikNir

SpikNir is built on the idea that a good random chat needs a starting point. Before you start, you choose your interests, your languages and your search area, close to you or worldwide, so the person who appears already has something in common with you. You can start without registering; with an account you keep favourites and a history and can carry on by message. It is for adults aged 18 and over, with reporting, blocking and moderation tools.

Emerald Chat

Emerald Chat matches people by interests and offers one-to-one text, one-to-one video and group text rooms. A karma system lets users rate each other, which rewards friendly behaviour, and filters such as country or language are part of its paid plans. It suits people who like to pick a topic first and chat in several formats.

OmeTV

OmeTV offers random video conversations with a country choice, a couple mode and built-in translation for text chat, plus a social space where members can browse profiles. It highlights its community rules and moderation. It suits people who chat from their phone and like to talk across languages.

Azar

Azar is a popular mobile-first app for meeting people around the world by video. Its interface is smooth and designed for smartphones, with international discovery and gender and region preferences, some of which may require gems or a premium subscription. It suits people who mostly chat from their phone and want a polished app.

Hay

Hay combines random video chat, text messages and real-time translation, with filters for region and interests and AI-assisted moderation. Its interest-based approach is close to SpikNir's, which makes first conversations easier to start. It suits people who talk across languages and like choosing topics.

• Read the pricing and cancellation terms, and find out exactly what a payment unlocks.
• Look for independent reviews, not only the app's own page.
• Check what the service says about age verification and moderation.
• Use the official app store listing, since copycat sites are common.
• Keep personal details out of your camera frame and never send money to someone you met on video. See video chat safety.

Is Thundr safe?

We found little independent information, so check the official listing and terms and use the same habits as on any random video chat.

Is Monkey safe?

It is rated 17+, and parental-control organisations advise care around age checks and content, so it is not for minors. Adults should read its rules and keep the usual habits.

Is CooMeet free?

According to review sites, you can try it and then pay to continue. Check current pricing.

Is there an alternative to CooMeet without paying per minute?

Yes, several video chat sites do not charge per minute. SpikNir lets you start without registering.

Where can I see more options?

Our Omegle and Chatroulette alternatives comparison covers more sites.