For millions of users—especially in markets like India, Africa, and Southeast Asia—the question isn’t "Do you have WhatsApp?" but rather, "Do you have ?"
While WhatsApp also exists on KaiOS, Viber offers default end-to-end encryption for all chats (WhatsApp on KaiOS only encrypts cloud backups). For users concerned about metadata, Viber provides a sense of security that Facebook’s (Meta) products do not. The Verdict: Is it worth it? Yes , if you are using a flip phone as your primary driver and need to stay in touch with family abroad or in group chats.
A KaiOS phone lasts 5–10 days on a single charge. Running Viber over Wi-Fi uses significantly less power than running it on a budget Android phone. You can stay online all day without hunting for a charger.