@julianfairfax @deedend @devrtz @purism hydrogen works well for matrix and resource usage is o.k. in chromium. I've heard similar things for signal.
Also "neither are ready" needs references on what's missing - it depends on usage pattern. Native apps like flare or chatty are making good progress. Also if it's not an option for you it might be an option for others.
It also depends on how important a switch is for someone (I myself just can't imagine running around with an Android phone).
@julianfairfax @deedend @devrtz @purism Both webkit (used in epiphany / GNOME Web) and chromium engines target mobile so while I prefer native apps too we shouldn't overlook that years of optimization for mobile went into these browser engines so they can run efficiently on phones. So I'd not dismiss webapps so easily.