{"id":513,"date":"2021-10-26T07:00:39","date_gmt":"2021-10-26T07:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/?p=513"},"modified":"2026-02-20T17:22:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T17:22:14","slug":"remote-first-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/remote-first-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 20 Remote Work Tools You Need in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When your phone rings, do you shudder because you think it could be a coworker messaging you during off hours? Or, do you struggle to remember deadlines no matter how many sticky notes you put around your home office?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If that sounds like an apt description of part of your workday, you\u2019re in the same boat as many remote workers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without the right tools for remote work, daily challenges take a toll on productivity and engagement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This situation puts both businesses and remote workers in a tough spot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve spent most of my professional career working from home, so I’m always on the lookout for tools that can help keep remote teams on track. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thus, I\u2019ve compiled a list of the top 20 remote work tools that will allow you to boost your productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Pumble<\/a> \u2014 Best for unlimited communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pumble is a team communication app that helps remote workers achieve smooth asynchronous communication<\/a>. Thanks to its user-friendly nature<\/strong>, Pumble facilitates collaboration<\/a> between remote workers and their in-office colleagues. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Main pro: <\/strong>With the unlimited chat history<\/strong>, you never have to worry about losing your correspondence, while teammates can use channels<\/strong><\/a> to create a designated place for a specific task or project<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Main con: <\/strong>Seasoned remote workers might wish they could format words into hyperlinks when messaging \u2014 which is in the works, as stated in the Pumble Roadmap<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s new<\/strong>: Besides conducting audio and video calls<\/a> within the app, users can now also record their meetings and invite external guests to join via meeting links. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Available for<\/strong>: Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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\n All-in-one digital HQ<\/span>\n

A communication app for teams of all kinds. Discuss, share, and collaborate.<\/p>\n\n

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Gmail<\/a> \u2014 Best for email correspondence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A secure cloud-based email service, Gmail is a popular solution for remote and hybrid<\/a> businesses that value effective communication<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Main pro: <\/strong>Alongside availability across platforms<\/strong> and affordable pricing<\/strong>, Gmail boasts an intuitive design<\/strong> that allows for hassle-free correspondence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Main con: <\/strong>As email isn’t the best choice<\/a> for remote communication, Gmail may not tick all your boxes. Still, it can be a viable solution for remote workers already immersed in the Google ecosystem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s new: <\/strong>Gmail\u2019s new integrated view lets users organize Chat, Mail, Meet, and Spaces in one place. Additionally, you can show or hide the side panel and receive bubble notifications for new Space and Chat messages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Available for<\/strong>: Web, Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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\n Free team communication app<\/span>\n

Improve collaboration and cut down on emails by moving your team communication to Pumble.<\/p>\n\n

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Plaky<\/a> \u2014 Best for team collaboration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A free project management tool, Plaky, helps companies plan and execute various projects and tasks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The app is a perfect fit for small and mid-size businesses<\/strong> looking to streamline their remote workflows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re unsure where to start, you can head to Plaky\u2019s Template center<\/a> and use a template that aligns with your specific needs. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Main pro: <\/strong>Plaky has a clean design that lets you stay on top of work by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n