{"id":1247,"date":"2023-02-06T07:00:11","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T07:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/?p=1247"},"modified":"2025-08-27T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T00:00:00","slug":"best-team-communication-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/best-team-communication-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Best Team Communication Tools for Business in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Finding the best team communication tools for business can be pretty challenging \u2014 what with the hundreds of options we can choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed, choosing the most popular app on the market can be a tempting option. However, doing so can also have unintended consequences for your <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/collaboration\/productive-teams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team\u2019s productivity<\/a> and general satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, what can you do?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Well, you can let someone else narrow down the options for you and go from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That\u2019s why I\u2019m here \u2014 I researched and tested a lot of team communication tools and chose my favorites. Let\u2019s take a look at the top 10 asynchronous communication tools for <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/hybrid-remote-work-models\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remote teams<\/a> and office-bound companies.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools.jpg\" alt=\"Best-Team-Communication-Tools-cover\" class=\"wp-image-11417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-Team-Communication-Tools-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"top-10-team-communication-tools-for-business-a-quick-overview\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Top 10 team communication tools for business: A quick overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Before I share my opinions on the best team messaging apps on the market, I wanted to explain how I narrowed down my list of candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Basically, I was looking for apps that had:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Different <strong>communication features<\/strong>, from text to <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/video-conferencing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">video conferencing<\/a> and more,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A clean <strong>user interface<\/strong> (UI) that doesn\u2019t require specialized training to understand it,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Several <strong>price tiers<\/strong> as well as a robust free plan, if possible, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Scalable features,<\/strong> like storage space etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I\u2019ll be sure to point out these features and more in my reviews, but for now, here\u2019s a general overview of the best team communication tools I\u2019ve found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>App<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Standout feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Price (per user per month, paid annually)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Pumble<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that value organized communication and collaboration<\/td><td>Unlimited message history, unlimited channels<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $2.49<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Microsoft Teams<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that are already using Microsoft 365<\/td><td>Microsoft 365 integrations<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Google Chat<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that are already paying for the Google Workspace<\/td><td>Google Workspace integrations<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zoom<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that prioritize video communication<\/td><td>Zoom Meetings<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $13.33<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Slack<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that value integrations<\/td><td>Productivity integrations<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $7.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chanty<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that want to see their tasks and conversations in the same place<\/td><td>Task management features<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Flock<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that need simple task tracking and collaborative features<\/td><td>Project management lists<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $4.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Twist<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that appreciate minimalist design<\/td><td>Email-like threads<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Chatwork<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that value basic communication features<\/td><td>External contacts<\/td><td>\u2014 Free trial<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Discord<\/strong><\/td><td>Teams that prioritize voice communication<\/td><td>Always-on voice calls<\/td><td>\u2014 Free<br>\u2014 Paid plans start at $2.99<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"1-pumble-best-for-organized-team-messaging-and-collaboration\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#1: <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble<\/a> \u2014 Best for organized team messaging and collaboration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Pumble by <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com<\/a> is a simple but powerful <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/business-messaging-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">business messaging app<\/a> that lets you organize your team\u2019s communication into:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Public and private <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/channels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">channels<\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/threads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Threads<\/a> (showcased in the screenshot below), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/direct-messages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Direct messages<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The app lets you <strong>onboard as many users as you want<\/strong> into your workspace and exchange <strong>as many messages as you need<\/strong> <strong>to<\/strong> \u2014 even on the free plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On top of that, Pumble\u2019s UI makes it easy to find your footing and customize your experience by adjusting the sidebar and choosing a color theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Pumble\u2019s plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Pumble\u2019s pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>FREE<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PRO<\/td><td>$2.49 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BUSINESS<\/td><td>$3.99 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ENTERPRISE<\/td><td>$6.99 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Organize your team communication with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-pumble-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Pumble one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In addition to not limiting its users\u2019 searchable messaging history, Pumble\u2019s free plan also lets you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Create an unlimited number of channels,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Send <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/pumble\/revolutionizing-communication-the-power-of-voice-and-video-messages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">voice and video messages<\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Have <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/one-on-one-meeting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-on-one meetings<\/a> through voice and video calls, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Take advantage of 10 GB of storage per workspace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Channels-and-threads-on-Pumble-the-team-communication-app-min.png\" alt=\"Channels and threads in Pumble, the team communication app\n\" class=\"wp-image-11367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Channels-and-threads-on-Pumble-the-team-communication-app-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Channels-and-threads-on-Pumble-the-team-communication-app-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Channels-and-threads-on-Pumble-the-team-communication-app-min-1024x570.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Channels-and-threads-on-Pumble-the-team-communication-app-min-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Channels-and-threads-on-Pumble-the-team-communication-app-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Channels and threads in Pumble, the team communication app<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That amount of storage would let small teams <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/document-sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">share files and documents<\/a> without much concern. However, you can also expand your storage by moving to one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">paid plans<\/a>, which come with <strong>10, 20, or 100 GB of storage per seat<\/strong> (allowing for <strong>infinite scalability<\/strong> as you onboard more employees).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of course, Pumble doesn\u2019t make you stick to one <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/communication-types\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">type of communication<\/a>. If you prefer <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/remote-team-real-time-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">real-time communication<\/a>, you can also explore the app\u2019s video conferencing features by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Sending in-meeting messages,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/screen-sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sharing your screen<\/a> during meetings,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Inviting external guests with <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/help\/using-pumble\/calls\/meeting-links\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meeting links<\/a> even if they don\u2019t have an account, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Using emoji reactions to respond to what others are saying without interrupting them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bring your team together with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Basically, Pumble is a simple yet comprehensive app that gives you anything you could ever need to communicate and collaborate with your team \u2014 without being bloated with unnecessary features. But, if you do end up needing something more, you should be able to get it with <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/integrations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">integrations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If I had to nitpick, I\u2019d say that Pumble could add some virtual backgrounds in that pre-meeting screen. While I was testing the app, I could still set one up through my computer\u2019s camera settings, but I\u2019d love to see that feature added to Pumble itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Pumble\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Pumble\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Unlimited users and <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/knowledge-sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">searchable message history<\/a> even for free plan users<br>\u2014 Simple yet customizable user interface<br>\u2014 Fantastic notification schedule settings<br>\u2014 Channels, threads, and DMs<br>\u2014 Video conferencing features<br>\u2014 Optional integrations<\/td><td>\u2014 No built-in virtual backgrounds for video calls<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-pumble\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Pumble?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In the past few months, CAKE.com has been strengthening the integrations between its 3 collaboration tools for teams \u2014 Pumble, the <a href=\"https:\/\/clockify.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">time tracker, Clockify<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/plaky.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">project management app, Plaky<\/a>. On top of that, the company has recently launched the <a href=\"https:\/\/marketplace.cake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com Marketplace<\/a>, allowing users to create and sell their own add-ons for these products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-bundle\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">ENTERPRISE-level features at a fraction of the price<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Get the CAKE.com bundle to enjoy all the features of Clockify, Pumble, and Plaky.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Try Pumble<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/bundle\" target=\"_blank\">Get the Bundle<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/bundle@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/bundle.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-microsoft-teams-best-for-microsoft-365-users\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#2: <a href=\"https:\/\/teams.live.com\/free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft Teams<\/a> \u2014 Best for Microsoft 365 users<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Microsoft Teams is, without a doubt, one of the most popular <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/pumble\/best-team-chat-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team messaging apps<\/a> on the market. And there are good reasons for that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Even the free plan I tested offers plenty of features you can use to organize your team\u2019s communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, the app\u2019s biggest advantage comes in the form of Microsoft 365 integrations, which require a paid subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Microsoft Teams\u2019 plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Microsoft Teams\u2019 pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Microsoft Teams Home<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Microsoft Teams Essentials<\/td><td>$4 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Microsoft Teams Enterprise<\/td><td>$5.25 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Microsoft Teams Premium add-on<\/td><td>$10 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-microsoft-teams-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Microsoft Teams one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The basic version of Microsoft Teams has most of the features I want to see in my free team communication tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Direct and group messages,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">File sharing and search capabilities, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Great video conferencing features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-emoji-reactions-in-Microsoft-Teams-min.png\" alt=\"Messages, replies, and emoji reactions in Microsoft Teams\n\" class=\"wp-image-11368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-emoji-reactions-in-Microsoft-Teams-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-emoji-reactions-in-Microsoft-Teams-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-emoji-reactions-in-Microsoft-Teams-min-1024x570.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-emoji-reactions-in-Microsoft-Teams-min-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-emoji-reactions-in-Microsoft-Teams-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Messages, replies, and emoji reactions in Microsoft Teams<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On top of that, free users get 5 GB of storage per user, while paying businesses can expand that to 10 GB per user with the Essentials and Enterprise plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Even though Microsoft Teams\u2019 free plan allows you to set up a team chat, it doesn\u2019t have channels or threads or even Teams\u2019 Teams feature (I don\u2019t know why they called it that, either). Those all seem to be paid options that require some setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The app generally seems to have a steeper learning curve than Pumble, and the only way that wouldn\u2019t concern me is if my employer provided tech onboarding for the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">From the perspective of an employer, though, I\u2019ll also say that <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/microsoft-teams-pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft Teams costs<\/a> a pretty penny when it all adds up \u2014 which is why most business owners prefer to look for Microsoft Teams alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Microsoft Teams\u2019 pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Microsoft Teams\u2019 cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Free messaging and file sharing<br>\u2014 Video conferencing features<br>\u2014 Channels and threads offer organized communication (for paying users)<br>\u2014 Microsoft 365 integrations and more<\/td><td>\u2014 Complicated user interface (UI)<br>\u2014 Channels and threads don\u2019t come with the free plan<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For a more in-depth breakdown of Microsoft Teams features and how they compare to Pumble\u2019s, check out the following review:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/pumble-vs-microsoft-teams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble vs Microsoft Teams (2025): Pricing, UI, and Features Comparison<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">And, if you want to check out other Microsoft Teams alternatives, here\u2019s a list:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/microsoft-teams-alternatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8 Microsoft Teams Alternatives to Try in 2025<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-microsoft-teams\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Microsoft Teams?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Teams\u2019 most recent updates have focused on perfecting its AI features as well as introducing threads in channels (it was about time). On top of that, Microsoft has also recently introduced the option to trigger workflows with emoji reactions to messages, which is great for automating some of your work tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Powerful features with no bloat<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Simplify your team communication with Pumble<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up now<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-google-chat-best-for-google-workspace-users\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#3: <a href=\"https:\/\/chat.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Chat<\/a> \u2014 Best for Google Workspace users<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re already using Google Workspace tools to collaborate remotely with your team, why not try Google\u2019s messaging app too?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Granted, even though I\u2019ve been seeing that chat icon every time I went to check my work emails, I\u2019ve never actually tried this messaging tool before this point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Still, I was pleasantly surprised by the features I found, which included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A minimalist user interface,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Direct messages, mentions, and Spaces (which is Google\u2019s version of channels), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Integrations with Google\u2019s tools and third-party apps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Google Workspace plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Google Workspace pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Business Starter<\/td><td>$7 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Business Standard<\/td><td>$14 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Business Plus<\/td><td>$22 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enterprise Standard<\/td><td>$27 user\/month, 1 year commitment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enterprise Plus<\/td><td>$35 user\/month, 1 year commitment<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Want to see how Google Chat compares to a more popular messaging app like Slack? Read this review to find out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/google-chat-vs-slack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Google Chat vs Slack: Ultimate Showdown<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/free-googlechat-alternative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Looking for a Google Chat alternative? Try Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-google-chat-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Google Chat one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Before I start this review, I ought to mention that the version of Google Chat I tested was a paid one, so it may be more feature-packed than what you might see on the free plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Still, after seeing what Google Chat looks like on my private Google account, which isn\u2019t on a paid plan, I found it fairly similar to what I got from the paid version.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Spaces-and-replies-in-threads-in-Google-Chat-min.png\" alt=\"Spaces and replies in threads in Google Chat\n\" class=\"wp-image-11369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Spaces-and-replies-in-threads-in-Google-Chat-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Spaces-and-replies-in-threads-in-Google-Chat-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Spaces-and-replies-in-threads-in-Google-Chat-min-1024x570.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Spaces-and-replies-in-threads-in-Google-Chat-min-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Spaces-and-replies-in-threads-in-Google-Chat-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spaces and replies in threads in Google Chat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of course, it\u2019s also important to note that Google Chat functions as a <strong>simple messaging app<\/strong> \u2014 your voice and video calls will still be connected through Google Meets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But then, that\u2019s exactly what you\u2019d expect from Google\u2019s messaging tool. Most of the other collaborative features, such as task management, are also outsourced to the relevant Google Workspace apps. For example, any task you assign to someone within a Google Chat Space will appear in the Google Task app as well as your Google Calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, even though Google Chat lacks some of these features, it is well-supported by the rest of Google\u2019s ecosystem \u2014 for better or for worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Google Chat\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Google Chat\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Free with Google Workspace<br>\u2014 Simple (but not customizable) interface<br>\u2014 AI-powered search and predictive text<br>\u2014 Deep integration with Google Workspace tools and some third-party apps<\/td><td>\u2014 Can\u2019t be used without the rest of Google Workspace tools<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-google-chat\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Google Chat?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Like most tech giants, Google has been busy spearheading the AI revolution by integrating Gemini into each of its products, including Google Chat. So, if you like having a bot summarize chats and finish your sentences for you, you\u2019ll love that addition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">The one employee communication app to rule them all<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Find out why Pumble is better than other team messaging tools.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\" target=\"_blank\">Compare<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Try Pumble<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-zoom-best-for-collaborative-video-events\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#4: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoom.com\/en\/products\/virtual-meetings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zoom<\/a> \u2014 Best for collaborative video events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Most people know Zoom as the tool they need to host and participate in web conferences, but that\u2019s not all there is to the software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Just like Google and Microsoft, Zoom actually offers a large suite of team communication tools for business. Though Zoom Meetings is a part of that suite, Zoom Team Chat is also pretty good, letting users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Send text, audio, and video messages in DMs and channels,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Share files and links, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Easily find them thanks to the intuitive search feature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Zoom\u2019s plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Zoom\u2019s pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Basic<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Workplace Pro<\/td><td>$13.33 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Workplace Business<\/td><td>$18.33 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong>PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re not a fan of Zoom, but you still need some of its features, you can see how it compares to other apps here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/pumble-vs-zoom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble vs Zoom: Which Communication Tool Truly Fits Your Team\u2019s Workflow?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-zoom-alternatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Zoom Alternatives for 2025: Top Video Conferencing Tools<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/microsoft-teams-vs-zoom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft Teams vs Zoom: Which Is the Best Video Conferencing Tool in 2025?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/zoom-alternative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Think Zoom is over-priced? Try a free alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-zoom-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Zoom one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Zoom Team Chat offers users enough features to get by with its Basic, free plan. I found the app easy enough to use and even aesthetically pleasing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">My one gripe on that count would be that the 4 color themes only affected the top bar of the app.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-replies-in-Zoom-Team-Chat-min.png\" alt=\"Messages and replies in Zoom Team Chat\n\" class=\"wp-image-11370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-replies-in-Zoom-Team-Chat-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-replies-in-Zoom-Team-Chat-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-replies-in-Zoom-Team-Chat-min-1024x569.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-replies-in-Zoom-Team-Chat-min-768x427.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-replies-in-Zoom-Team-Chat-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Messages and replies in Zoom Team Chat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Going back to the actual features, though, it\u2019s important to note that Zoom also has built-in Mail and Calendar apps, and Meetings are just a tab away as well. Free users get:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Unlimited number of 40-minute meetings for up to 100 participants,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Screen sharing, virtual backgrounds, and breakout rooms, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">3 editable whiteboards and 5 Zoom Clips (editable video messages).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, if you\u2019re able to cough up <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/zoom-pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">some (serious) cash<\/a>, you\u2019ll be able to enjoy added benefits like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">30-hour meetings,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">10 GB of storage per licence,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">An AI companion,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Integrations, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Unlimited clips.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I\u2019ll admit that I got a bit lost for a minute there while I was diving through the settings of the app, so there\u2019s something to be said about tech bloat here. But, overall, I find Zoom a great option for teams who prioritize collaborative meetings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Zoom\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Zoom\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Highlights collaborative video events<br>\u2014 Organized messaging through threaded replies and channels<br>\u2014 Minimal design<br>\u2014 Integrations (behind a paywall, but they exist)<\/td><td>\u2014 Limited customization options<br>\u2014 Very expensive<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-zoom\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Zoom?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Like Google and Microsoft, Zoom has been going all in on AI, so many of its recent updates have focused on that feature. Most recently, Zoom introduced their Auto Dialer, an AI-powered feature that streamlines outbound sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-1\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Make Zoom your Pumble companion<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Take advantage of Zoom\u2019s collaborative features by integrating it with Pumble.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/integrations\/zoom\" target=\"_blank\">Integrate Zoom<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-stretch \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-1@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-1.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-slack-best-for-streamlining-different-tasks-and-apps\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#5: <a href=\"https:\/\/slack.com\/intl\/en-gb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Slack<\/a> \u2014 Best for streamlining different tasks and apps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Though some people have become (understandably) disillusioned with Slack due to the limitations of its free plan, we can\u2019t deny that the app is still one of the best team communication tools for business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I originally wanted to test the app\u2019s free plan, but Slack actually forced a free trial of their Pro plan on me. Because of that, I found plenty of useful features in Slack, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Messages that could be sent through channels, threads, and DMs,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Meetings, or huddles, which could be easily started within the app, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Plenty of customization options and color themes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Slack\u2019s plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Slack\u2019s pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pro<\/td><td>$7.25 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Business<\/td><td>$15 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enterprise+<\/td><td>Quote upon request<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong>PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Looking for the best Slack alternatives? Check out our top picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/best-slack-alternatives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore the Top 8 Best Slack Alternatives for 2025<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Enjoy an unlimited messaging history for free with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-slack-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Slack one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Slack is one of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/best-collaboration-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">collaboration tools for teams<\/a> that aren\u2019t afraid of using apps with a somewhat steep learning curve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Though the app\u2019s UI is a bit too cluttered for my taste, it\u2019s also chock-full of useful features and customization options.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-threads-in-Slack-min.png\" alt=\"Messages and threads in Slack\n\" class=\"wp-image-11371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-threads-in-Slack-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-threads-in-Slack-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-threads-in-Slack-min-1024x568.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-threads-in-Slack-min-768x426.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-threads-in-Slack-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Messages and threads in Slack<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On top of that, the app also has some <strong>project management features<\/strong>, allowing users to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Track tasks with Lists,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Create content with Canvases, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Create workflows with Automations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Though <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/slack-pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Slack\u2019s pricing<\/a> is quite steep, it also increases the functionality of these apps, in addition to adding various AI-powered features and security upgrades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Still, though my surprise upgrade to Slack\u2019s Pro plan prevented me from experiencing the limits of its free plan, after that promotion ends, I\u2019ll be back to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A 90-day messaging history,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Up to 10 app integrations, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">One-on-one meetings and external messages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Slack\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Slack\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Channels, DMs, and thread messages<br>\u2014 Plenty of customization options<br>\u2014 Great meeting\/huddle feature<br>\u2014 Collaborative features like Templates, Canvases, and Lists<\/td><td>\u2014 90-day files and message history limit on the free plan<br>\u2014 Cluttered user interface<br>\u2014 Free users don\u2019t get 24\/7 support<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-slack\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Slack?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Slack\u2019s newest addition to the app comes in the form of Templates, which are a mix of canvases, lists, and workflows that can be added to channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-2\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Pumble \u2014 The best Slack alternative<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Unlimited users, unlimited channels, unlimited messaging history<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\" target=\"_blank\">Compare<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-chanty-best-for-organizing-tasks-and-conversations\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#6: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chanty.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chanty<\/a> \u2014 Best for organizing tasks and conversations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Like some of the other communication tools for remote teams we\u2019ve discussed, Chanty positions itself as a hub of <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/communication-importance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team communication<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/collaboration\/5-strategies-for-effective-team-collaboration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">collaboration<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The app lets users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Send messages and replies,<\/strong> which show up both in the main channel and in the message thread,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Create tasks,<\/strong> which come up as separate channels in the side bar, allowing you to discuss the way these tasks are handled with everyone involved, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Make audio and video calls <\/strong>(one-on-one in the free plan).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Unfortunately, Chanty\u2019s <strong>free plan is only available for teams with up to 5 members<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Chanty\u2019s plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Chanty\u2019s pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Business<\/td><td>$3 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enterprise<\/td><td>Quote upon request<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Want to see how Chanty compares to a communication app like Slack? Check out our review:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/chanty-vs-slack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chanty vs Slack: The fantastic face-off<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-chanty-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Chanty one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Like Pumble, Chanty\u2019s free plan lets users create as many channels as they need and keep all their messages accessible forever, thanks to the app\u2019s <strong>unlimited message history<\/strong>. So, even though limiting free plan users to teams under 5 members is a pretty harsh move, I can still recommend the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After all, both free and paying users get to experience Chanty\u2019s <strong>minimalist user interface<\/strong>, which was a breath of fresh air for me, especially after experiencing Slack\u2019s cluttered interface.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-in-Chanty-min.png\" alt=\"Messages in Chanty\" class=\"wp-image-11372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-in-Chanty-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-in-Chanty-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-in-Chanty-min-1024x570.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-in-Chanty-min-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-in-Chanty-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Messages in Chanty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/free-chanty-alternative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Pumble \u2014 a free Chanty alternative with unlimited users<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Even with the additional channels that were added for every one of my test tasks I created, I still found it easy to get around the app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In fact, the only thing I didn\u2019t really like about the UI was the way the threads and the conversation details panels covered the main messages when I opened those elements. I suspect that those visibility issues could make users <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/not-miss-important-messages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">miss important messages<\/a> in the chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">And, if I\u2019m sharing complaints, I should also note that Chanty <strong>only has a light and dark theme<\/strong>, but that\u2019s not necessarily a dealbreaker \u2014 just a personal preference thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Chanty\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Chanty\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Unlimited messages and channels<br>\u2014 Clean user interface<br>\u2014 Incorporated task management<br>\u2014 Decent video call interface<br>\u2014 Integrations<\/td><td>\u2014 Limited customization (dark and light theme)<br>\u2014 Extremely limited free plan (up to 5 members)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-chanty\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Chanty?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most recent update the team behind Chanty has introduced to the app is the ability to assign tasks to multiple team members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-3\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Pick an app that expands with your growing team<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Pumble lets you add as many users as you want to your workspace \u2014 even on the free plan<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-3@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-3.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-flock-best-for-simple-task-tracking-and-collaboration\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#7: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flock<\/a> \u2014 Best for simple task tracking and collaboration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Flock is another one of those <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/pumble\/best-team-chat-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team messaging apps<\/a> that offer integrated project management features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, unlike Chanty, new to-dos don\u2019t appear as separate channels \u2014 though they can be opened in separate lists and assigned to different team members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Overall, Flock has pretty basic features, letting users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Send <strong>messages <\/strong>and<strong> voice notes<\/strong> in <strong>channels and direct chats<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Share files<\/strong> and collaborate with <strong>to-dos and polls<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Use <strong>reminders<\/strong> to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Flock\u2019s plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Flock\u2019s pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pro<\/td><td>$4.50 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enterprise<\/td><td>Quote upon request<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Curious to see how Flock compares to a more popular app like Slack? Check out this comparison article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/slack-vs-flock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Slack vs Flock: Which App to Choose?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-flock-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Flock one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As soon as I made my Flock account, I found the app pretty easy to navigate, even though it could get a bit cluttered when I had the sidebars extended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Still, with only a few clicks, I could make sure I only saw the messages I wanted to focus on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Aside from the direct messages and channels, users are also able to send replies, though I could have used the added organization I get from Pumble\u2019s thread feature.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-to-dos-in-Flock-min.png\" alt=\"Messages and to-dos in Flock\n\" class=\"wp-image-11373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-to-dos-in-Flock-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-to-dos-in-Flock-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-to-dos-in-Flock-min-1024x568.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-to-dos-in-Flock-min-768x426.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-and-to-dos-in-Flock-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Messages and to-dos in Flock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Much like its main communication features, <strong>Flock\u2019s video conferencing features were pretty simple<\/strong>, so your team won\u2019t have to worry about learning how to handle complicated tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Notably, I was using the Pro version of the app because I was automatically placed on the 1-month trial. However, if you\u2019re going to use the free version, you should know that, like Slack, <strong>Flock\u2019s free plan also limits users<\/strong> to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">10,000 searchable messages,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">10 public channels, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">5 GB of storage per team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Send and search through countless messages for free with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Naturally, these features are expanded on the paid plans, which also increase your storage space to 10 or 20 GB per team member \u2014 depending on your plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Flock\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Flock\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Simple messaging in DMs and channels<br>\u2014 Decent file sharing and search features<br>\u2014 Collaborative features like to-dos and polls<br>\u2014 Slack import<\/td><td>\u2014 10,000 message history limit on the free plan<br>\u2014 Sparse video conferencing features<br>\u2014 Limited customization options<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-flock\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Flock?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">According to the release notes on Flock\u2019s website, the web, Mac, Linux, and Windows versions of the app haven\u2019t received any updates since 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-4\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Pumble \u2014 Like Flock, but better<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">If you want threads, GIFs, and emoji reactions in meetings, opt for a Flock alternative<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/free-flock-alternative\" target=\"_blank\">Free Flock alternative<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Try Pumble<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-4@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-4.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"8-twist-best-for-teams-that-prioritize-asynchronous-communication\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#8: <a href=\"https:\/\/twist.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twist<\/a> \u2014 Best for teams that prioritize asynchronous communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Twist is a charming messaging app with a fresh perspective on team communication and collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This app is certainly one of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/asynchronous-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">asynchronous communication<\/a> tools I\u2019ve seen, as its main features practically discourage users from engaging in real-time communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Reducing distractions is the point of this app, which is also supported by its simple UI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Twist\u2019s<\/strong><strong> plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Twist\u2019s<\/strong><strong> pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unlimited<\/td><td>$6 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Want to see a more in-depth review of Twist? Check out this article that compares it to Slack:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/twist-vs-slack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twist vs Slack: Focus vs Features<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble lets you keep all your messages forever \u2014 for free<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-twist-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Twist one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Like I said, Twist takes a new approach to team communication, which is mainly reflected in its use of threads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Namely, Twist users can\u2019t send messages directly to channels. Instead, <strong>all communication is organized in threads<\/strong>, which makes team communication look a bit <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/email-remote-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">like emailing<\/a> (and that Inbox tab on the sidebar doesn\u2019t help that association).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-thread-in-the-general-channel-in-Twist-min.png\" alt=\"A thread in the #general channel in Twist\n\" class=\"wp-image-11374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-thread-in-the-general-channel-in-Twist-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-thread-in-the-general-channel-in-Twist-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-thread-in-the-general-channel-in-Twist-min-1024x569.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-thread-in-the-general-channel-in-Twist-min-768x427.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/A-thread-in-the-general-channel-in-Twist-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A thread in the #general channel in Twist<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In any case, users must give their thread an appropriate <strong>subject line<\/strong> and explain what will be discussed in the replies below. As you talk, you can also easily <strong>assign certain messages as tasks through your Todoist account<\/strong>. And, once your team has reached the end of the discussion, you can <strong>close the thread<\/strong> and even write the conclusion of the conversation when you do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">At that point, the thread will disappear from the channel that hosted it (unless you make closed threads visible through the channel settings).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of course, if the topic ever needs to be revisited, you\u2019ll be able to find the thread through the search feature and reopen it by simply adding a reply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This is only one of the ways in which Twist prioritizes asynchronous communication. To name another, I only need to mention that <strong>the app doesn\u2019t even have built-in video conferencing capabilities<\/strong> \u2014 though that feature is still present thanks to the app\u2019s Jitsi Meet integration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A much more concerning con would be the fact that <strong>free plan users only have access to a month of their comments and messages<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Twist\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Twist\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Clean user interface<br>\u2014 Prioritizes asynchronous communication<br>\u2014 Organized discussions in threads<br>\u2014 Unread messages shown in the Inbox tab<br>\u2014 Plenty of useful integrations<\/td><td>\u2014 No built-in voice or video calls<br>\u2014 Free plan limits access to messages<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-twist\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Twist?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">According to Twist\u2019s website, the developers are taking a hiatus from adding new features to Twist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">A fan of asynchronous communication? Try Pumble<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Pumble lets you reduce distractions by controlling your notifications<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/notification-preferences\" target=\"_blank\">Find out how<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Try Pumble<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"9-chatwork-best-for-basic-team-communication\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#9: <a href=\"https:\/\/go.chatwork.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chatwork<\/a> \u2014 Best for basic team communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re on the hunt for <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/collaboration\/collaboration-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">collaboration tools<\/a> for remote teams that have built-in task management tools, you may like Chatwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Though a pretty niche pick, Chatwork has most of the features you\u2019d need to communicate as a team:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Direct and group chats<\/strong> where you can send messages, quote replies, and <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/reminders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">schedule reminders<\/a>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A <strong>task management system<\/strong> that lets you assign team members and due dates to tasks, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Voice and video calling features<\/strong> (granted, some of them are locked behind a paywall).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Chatwork\u2019s plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Chatwork\u2019s pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Business<\/td><td>$7 user\/month<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">*billed annually<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-chatwork-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Chatwork one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Chatwork\u2019s paid plan lets you enjoy secure messaging with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">An unlimited number of users, direct and group chats, and viewable messages,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">File sharing and management options,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Group voice and video calls, as well as<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">10 GB of storage per user.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-tasks-in-Chatwork-min.png\" alt=\"Messages, replies, and tasks in Chatwork\n\" class=\"wp-image-11375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-tasks-in-Chatwork-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-tasks-in-Chatwork-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-tasks-in-Chatwork-min-1024x570.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-tasks-in-Chatwork-min-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-replies-and-tasks-in-Chatwork-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Messages, replies, and tasks in Chatwork<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Contacts can be added through email or via Chatwork ID, which means <strong>you can contact people <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/third-party-business-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>outside of your organization<\/strong><\/a><strong> (as long as they have a Chatwork account)<\/strong>. This makes Chatwork a good choice for job interviews and similar <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/communication-situations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">communication situations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, I should note that <strong>the app\u2019s free plan<\/strong>, which I have tested,<strong> is pretty limited<\/strong>, as users can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Onboard up to 100 team members,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Access messages sent within the last 40 days, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Have limited user management options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try a free app that lets you access all your messages<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On top of that, the app aggressively advertises its paid plans \u2014 but I\u2019ve found that that\u2019s somewhat common during my testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Overall, though, the app is pretty easy to use, so it can be a good option for those who found flaws in one of the other free team messaging tools we\u2019ve discussed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Chatwork\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Chatwork\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Easy to use<br>\u2014 Messaging in direct and group chats<br>\u2014 Built-in task management<br>\u2014 Voice and video calls with screen sharing<\/td><td>\u2014 Somewhat dated interface with few customization options<br>\u2014 Extremely limited free plan<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-chatwork\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Chatwork?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The team behind Chatwork has recently added scheduled messages and mentions, and has been working on deploying those features to the mobile versions of the app as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-pricing\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Get more for less<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Pumble\u2019s PRO plan gives you more features at a lower cost<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\">See pricing<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Try Pumble<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/pricing@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/pricing.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"10-discord-best-for-voice-communication\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">#10: <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discord<\/a> \u2014 Best for voice communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Discord markets itself as a group chat app that\u2019s all fun and games \u2014 but that shouldn\u2019t make you dismiss the platform as a potential collaboration tool for your team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In fact, I know some people who use Discord to communicate with their coworkers. Granted, they work on pretty small teams, but they\u2019re on call all day while they work \u2014 sometimes muted, sometimes in active communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Available for: <\/strong>Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table translation-block\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Discord\u2019s plans<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Discord\u2019s pricing<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Free<\/td><td>$0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nitro Basic<\/td><td>$2.99 user\/month or $29.99 user\/year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nitro<\/td><td>$9.99 user\/month or $99.99 user\/year<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\ud83c\udf93 PUMBLE PRO TIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Is Discord the right fit for your team or should you go for an alternative instead? Check out these comparison articles to find out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/pumble-vs-discord\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble vs Discord: Pricing, Features, and Professional Use Compared<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/slack-vs-discord\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Slack vs Discord: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/discord-vs-zoom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discord vs Zoom: A Detailed 2025 Comparison<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-makes-discord-one-of-the-best-team-communication-tools-for-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What makes Discord one of the best team communication tools for business?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Like the other team messaging apps we\u2019ve discussed, Discord offers its users:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">An unlimited message history in direct chats, channels, and threads (which appear in the sidebar under the channel they belong to), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The option to send <strong>voice and video messages<\/strong>, as well as <strong>screen recordings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-channels-and-threads-in-Discord-min.png\" alt=\"Messages, channels, and threads in Discord\n\" class=\"wp-image-11376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-channels-and-threads-in-Discord-min.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-channels-and-threads-in-Discord-min-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-channels-and-threads-in-Discord-min-1024x569.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-channels-and-threads-in-Discord-min-768x427.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Messages-channels-and-threads-in-Discord-min-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Messages, channels, and threads in Discord<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, the app definitely prioritizes voice and video calls, and many people use it to stay on a call and coordinate with others while gaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Because of that, Discord has some pretty whimsical features (like the fact that its emoji picker icon changes to a different emoji every time you hover your cursor over it). Generally, the platform seems to embrace the chaotic nature of its original purpose, which is also reflected in its cluttered UI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Still, Discord\u2019s always-on calling feature might also make it a great solution for <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/distributed-teams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">distributed teams<\/a> that want to <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/connect-remote-team\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">feel more connected<\/a> or professionals who have to be available around the clock \u2014 like security teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/compare\/free-discord-alternative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try Pumble \u2014 a free Discord alternative<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But, keep in mind that, while voice calls can be joined by any number of users, video calls can host up to 25 people in a standard voice channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Speaking of which, I found that <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/discord-pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discord\u2019s free plan<\/a> had plenty of useful features \u2014 which is a good thing, because its paid plans certainly don\u2019t add anything in terms of professional tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Rather, they just add account personalization options, which reminded me that the platform is, ultimately, not made for professional use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Discord\u2019s pros<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Discord\u2019s cons<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2014 Emphasis on always-on voice channels<br>\u2014 Unlimited message history and storage (though file size is limited to 10 MB on the free plan)<br>\u2014 Decent text-based communication features (channels, DMs, threads)<\/td><td>\u2014 Somewhat cluttered interface<br>\u2014 Not designed for professional use<br>\u2014 Paid plans mostly expand your personalization options<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"whats-new-in-discord\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What\u2019s new in Discord?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Discord recently introduced its <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/press-releases\/discord-launches-teen-by-default-settings-globally\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">age assurance checks<\/a>, which will start in the second half of 2026. To access age-restricted servers and channels, users must verify they\u2019re adults through a face scan or by submitting an ID. Discord stated that it actively attempts to assess ages based on existing account info and activity, so not every user will be required to complete verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">A powerful communication app for professionals<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Pumble gives you all the tools you need to communicate and collaborate with your team<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/feature-list\" target=\"_blank\">See features<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Try Pumble<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-choose-the-best-team-communication-tool-for-your-business\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">How to choose the best team communication tool for your business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">At this point, you should be able to find a business messaging app that lets your employees <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/communication\/effective-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">communicate effectively<\/a> and enhance their productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Though there are many flashy options out there, your search should really <strong>focus on the value you\u2019ll be getting from the app<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In other words, you should think about what you <em>really<\/em> need from your team communication tool, whether it\u2019s:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Certain<\/strong> <strong>messaging functions<\/strong> (such as <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/help\/using-pumble\/messages\/schedule-messages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">message scheduling<\/a>, which Pumble has, but, for example, Discord does not),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Video and voice calling features<\/strong> (like screen sharing, in-call messages, or emoji reactions), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Task and project management features<\/strong> (which can also be added to some apps through integrations, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/integrations\/plaky\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plaky integration for Pumble<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After all, when you\u2019re running a <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/pumble\/pumble-for-startups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">startup<\/a> or a small to medium-sized business, it\u2019s better to use tools that are easy to master and that can support, rather than hinder, your ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On top of that, it\u2019s always good to <strong>choose an app that won\u2019t drain your resources<\/strong>. In my opinion, these are the exact benefits you\u2019ll experience after choosing Pumble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of all the team communication tools I\u2019ve tested, <strong>Pumble has the best features for professional communication even on the free plan<\/strong>. Moreover, its solid built-in features can be further expanded through integrations \u2014 especially with its sister apps, Clockify and Plaky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, if you\u2019re interested in seeing what those 3 can do, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/suite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com Productivity Suite<\/a> to <strong>save 53% on Clockify, Pumble, and Plaky subscriptions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Or, if you\u2019d rather try a piece of <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com<\/a> before devouring the whole thing, you can start using Pumble for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>Onboard as many users as you want and enjoy an unlimited message history right from the start.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try Pumble now<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After testing different team messaging apps, here are our top 10 best team communication tools for business.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[13,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1247","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-improve","category-communication"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1247","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/23"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1247"}],"version-history":[{"count":92,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1247\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13596,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1247\/revisions\/13596"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1247"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1247"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1247"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}