Minggly and Chatroulette
Want to start talking without choosing a photo first?
Meet someone on video, or start with a message when you would rather keep your camera off. Minggly gives you both for free, with no coins or points to manage.
18+ only. Free text and video chat. Country and gender filters require Premium.
Let a conversation make the first impression
Sometimes a person’s sense of humor tells you more than their photo. Minggly is a Chatroulette alternative for people who want to find out by talking. Choose video or text and meet the next available person who fits your preferences.
Chatroulette’s homepage describes choosing from photos, with a chat starting when both people agree. If you like making that choice first, its approach may suit you. On Minggly, there are no profile photos to pick through before you can say hello.
Once you meet someone, see where the conversation goes. You can stay, try someone new, or take a break. There may still be a wait to find a match, especially if you have narrowed your choices.
| Your choice | Minggly | Chatroulette |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting someone | Start a search; no photo selection | Homepage describes mutual photo selection |
| Keeping the camera off | Separate free text chat on the website | Text chat promoted in mobile apps |
| Coins or points | No coins to earn or spend | Quids, including for the Top Users filter |
| Starting free | Video and text; anonymous joining | Video without registration promoted |
| Who you meet | Free language and interests; Premium country and gender | Country selection promoted |
| Where you chat | Phone or computer; no download needed | Website, iOS and Android apps |
Checked against Chatroulette’s official homepage on 23 September 2026. Features may differ by device or change over time. This comparison is published by Minggly; we have not compared the services’ connection speeds or moderation effectiveness.
Some days, a message feels easier
You might be somewhere quiet, still waking up, or just not in the mood to be on camera. With Minggly’s random text chat, you can meet someone who also wants to type. Take your time with a reply, ask about something you are curious about, and let the conversation find its pace.
There is no camera or microphone needed for text. When you feel like hearing a voice and seeing a reaction, choose video chat instead. You do not need a different subscription for each.
Start with something you enjoy
Add a favorite game, a hobby, or the music you keep coming back to. Shared interests can help you find common ground, though every match will not share them. They are free, along with your choice of chat language.
A question like “What have you been playing lately?” gives someone more to respond to than a list of personal questions. You do not need to give your name or socials to have a good chat.
Choose more with Premium
If country or gender matters to who you want to meet, Premium adds those filters to both video and text. It also includes priority search, fewer pauses when skipping and a Premium badge.
New subscribers get 1 day free, then pay US$9.99 per week, renewing automatically until cancelled. See all free and Premium features. Choosing fewer people can mean a longer wait, even with priority.
You can move on at any time
Leave a conversation that makes you uncomfortable. Block an account you do not want to meet again, or report a rule violation. These controls are free, and you never need to keep chatting because you paid for extra filters.
Minggly is for adults 18+. Keep personal details private; an age confirmation does not verify who is on the other side. Our safety guide explains reporting and how conversations may be reviewed.
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Skip the profile photo. Say hello.
Start a free conversation on camera, or keep it to text.