Best tools · Communication
Best tools for team chat
Channels and direct messages for a team. 3 tools in this list, 3 with a free plan.
How this list is ranked. Tools are ordered by how strongly they are built for this job (as tagged in VERILO’s catalogue), then by editorial score and editor rating. Affiliate relationships and featured status are never inputs.
- 01
Slack
Built for itTeam messaging platform with channels, threads, huddles and a large app and integration ecosystem.
4.6From $8.75/moFree plan- This is a core use case of the product.
- Includes AI assistant, Guest & client access, Roles & permissions
- 02
Microsoft Teams
Built for itMicrosoft's chat, meetings and calling hub, licensed through Microsoft 365 or as a standalone subscription.
4.1From $4/moFree plan- This is a core use case of the product.
- Includes Real-time collaboration, Guest & client access, Roles & permissions
- 03
Zoom
Supports itVideo meeting platform bundled with team chat, whiteboards and an AI meeting assistant in Zoom Workplace.
4.4From $15.99/moFree plan- Possible, but other tools on this list are more purpose-built.
- Includes AI assistant, API access, Webhooks
Choosing between the top two?
See Slack and Microsoft Teams side by side on pricing, free plans, ease of use and features.
Compare Slack vs Microsoft Teams3 tools compared. Each listing shows when its information was last reviewed; prices can change, so check the vendor’s pricing page before you decide.