Sure, on paper. Convince some non-nerds to give it a try. I haven't managed to. Therefore, telegram.
But the question asked wasn't "what's a good messenger" it was "WHY THE FUCK DOES ANYONE USE WHATSAPP????????" and I've been wondering that myself for the past... uh... ever?
Sure does, and I hate it. If they add more ads, I'm going to cancel nitro and move elsewhere.