{"id":134905,"date":"2025-02-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=134905"},"modified":"2025-02-04T11:57:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T19:57:37","slug":"mattermost-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"We Tested the 10 Best MatterMost Alternatives in [year]\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In 2016, the news dropped that Uber had switched from Slack\u2014the fastest-growing messaging platform for businesses\u2014to Mattermost, the underdog in that space.<\/p>\n<p>The reason? Slack did not feature a suitable security framework for technical teams with complex operational needs. So Uber decided to build its own internal communication tool in partnership with MatterMost. ?<\/p>\n<p>There weren\u2019t many <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/enterprise-collaboration-tools\/\">enterprise-grade communication and collaboration tools<\/a> at the time, of course, and the ridesharing giant wanted a more \u2018secure\u2019 team collaboration tool for their technical teams.<\/p>\n<p>So, Mattermost grabbed its share of the limelight, becoming a popular communication platform for large-scale businesses.<\/p>\n<p>But in the next five years, tools like Slack and Microsoft Teams added robust security and privacy features. The tables turned, and Uber returned all its 38,000 employees back to Slack. (<a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.in\/tech\/enterprise\/news\/uber-is-moving-all-of-its-38000-employees-to-slack-in-a-big-win-for-the-work-chat-app\/articleshow\/74234587.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">source<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>While MatterMost is still a popular tool for security-conscious teams, many others have eaten away at its share in the pie. ?<\/p>\n<p>In this blog, we will explore top alternatives to MatterMost, focusing on rich communication features and enterprise-grade security measures. This will help you select a robust <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/team-communication-apps\/\">collaboration tool<\/a> that your team deserves.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ub_table-of-contents-2781130d-4135-4827-b5da-cbfed5df098b\" class=\"ub_table-of-contents\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-showtext=\"show\">\n<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\">\n<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\">\n<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">The 10 Best MatterMost Alternatives for Secure Team Collaboration in 2024<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\">\n<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#0-what-should-you-look-for-in-secure-collaboration-software\">What Should You Look for in Secure Collaboration Software?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#1-the-10-best-alternatives-to-mattermost-in-2024\">The 10 Best Alternatives to MatterMost in 2024<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#2-1-clickup\">1. ClickUp<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#7-2-slack\">2. Slack<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#12-3-element\">3. Element<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#17-4-pidgin\">4. Pidgin<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#22-5-microsoft-365\">5. Microsoft 365<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#27-6-jitsi\">6. Jitsi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#32-7-webex-\">7. Webex\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#37-8-rocketchat\">8. Rocket.Chat<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#42-9-google-workspace\">9. Google Workspace<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#47-10-flock\">10. Flock<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/mattermost-alternatives\/#52-wrapping-up-the-ideal-mattermost-alternative\">Wrapping Up: The Ideal MatterMost Alternative<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"0-what-should-you-look-for-in-secure-collaboration-software\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Should You Look for in Secure Collaboration Software?<\/h2>\n<p>Picking an <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/online-collaboration-tools\/\">online collaboration tool<\/a> for your team shouldn\u2019t be a tough nut to crack. In all honesty, there are three main things to consider: communication features, privacy and security compliance, and integration support.<\/p>\n<p>You should consider these additional factors, too:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Multiple communication options: <\/strong>Check if the app enables both asynchronous and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/workplace-communication-tools\/\">real-time team collaboration<\/a> with features such as threads, audio and video calls, whiteboards, and more<\/li>\n<li><strong>End-to-end encryption: <\/strong>The app must safeguard your data and ensure that all sensitive and confidential information remains private and secure<\/li>\n<li><strong>Access levels<\/strong>: Empower administrators with the ability to manage user permissions and reduce the risk of unauthorized access and information misuse<\/li>\n<li><strong>Multifactor authentication:<\/strong> Strengthen security with an additional layer of user verification and prevent unauthorized access attempts even if login credentials are compromised<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integration capabilities<\/strong>: Facilitate effective communication and increase workflow efficiency with integrations for file sharing, task management, and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/project-management-collaboration-tools\/\">project collaboration tools<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now that you know what features to look out for when picking a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/collaboration-apps\/\">team collaboration tool<\/a> that\u2019s equally secure and versatile, let\u2019s look at the top MatterMost alternatives.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"1-the-10-best-alternatives-to-mattermost-in-2024\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 10 Best Alternatives to MatterMost<\/h2>\n<p>Here\u2019s a list of our top 10 team <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/collaboration-apps\/\">collaboration apps<\/a> that are just as secure and user-friendly as MatterMost but with extra features and functionalities thrown in.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"2-1-clickup\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. ClickUp &#8211; Best for task management and collaboration<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134907\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-565.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 936px) 100vw, 936px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-565.png 936w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-565-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-565-768x513.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-565-700x467.png 700w\" alt=\"ClickUp Chat\" width=\"936\" height=\"625\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Avoid hopping between apps\u2014Add team members to discussions and collaborate closer in one space with ClickUp Chat<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>ClickUp is an all-in-one <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/workplace-communication-tools\/\">workspace collaboration platform<\/a> that provides robust team communication, project management, and document management solutions\u2014all in one place!<\/p>\n<p>A holistic team communication tool, ClickUp provides real-time and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/asynchronous-communication-tools\/\">asynchronous collaboration<\/a> options with features ranging from the <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/chat-view\">ClickUp Chat view<\/a> and built-in email integration to video recording with <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/clip\">Clip in ClickUp<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/whiteboards\">ClickUp Whiteboards<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/mind-maps\">ClickUp Mind Maps<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134916\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-573.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-573.png 1600w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-573-300x226.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-573-1400x1054.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-573-768x578.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-573-1536x1157.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-573-700x527.png 700w\" alt=\"ClickUp Workspace\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1205\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Add comments, send emails, and collaborate with your team\u2014all from your <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/spaces\">ClickUp Workspace<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Not only that, your teams can also collaborate on shared projects and documents via comments and chat. It lets users <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/collaboration-detection\">edit documents alongside teammates<\/a> and even email them from within the app.<\/p>\n<p>On top of it all, <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/ai\">ClickUp AI<\/a> makes drafting communication, editing documents, and summarizing meetings a breeze. And the best part? You can do all of this from a single workspace in ClickUp without juggling multiple <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/workplace-communication-tools\/\">work apps or communication tools<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\">\n<div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-572.png\" alt=\"Make cross-functional project management communication easy with the ClickUp Cross-Functional Project Template\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-127208771\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Download this Template\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Download this Template&quot;}\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\">Download this Template<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Make cross-functional project management communication easy with the ClickUp Cross-Functional Project Template<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019d like a tool to make managing and monitoring cross-functional projects easy, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/cross-functional-project-by-departments-t-127208771\">ClickUp\u2019s Cross-Functional Project Template<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You can use it to organize projects into departments for better visibility. To keep track of progress, you can divide tasks into five statuses: To Do, Stuck, In Progress, Complete, and Blocked. Update statuses as you progress through tasks to keep all stakeholders on the same page regarding project status.<\/p>\n<p>The template contains a Gantt chart and Burndown view to help you monitor progress visually. Overall, this template simplifies inter-departmental collaboration within any organization.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"3-clickup-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">ClickUp best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Brainstorm in real-time<\/strong>: Leverage Whiteboards and Mind Maps to visualize ideas and concepts and collaborate with your team in real-time<\/li>\n<li><strong>Provide contextual feedback<\/strong>: Leave comments on documents and tasks to provide suggestions and ensure all feedback is relevant<\/li>\n<li><strong>Facilitate asynchronous collaboration<\/strong>: Create group chats with key stakeholders, share video clips, and more for easy communication across time zones<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collaborate smarter with AI<\/strong>:\u00a0 Draft emails, summarize comment threads, and retrieve information quickly using ClickUp AI<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integrate with the rest of your tech stack<\/strong>: Connect ClickUp with other marketing or dev tools to ensure all information is updated and in sync<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"4-clickup-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">ClickUp limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>No built-in screen sharing or video calling yet<\/li>\n<li>Group channels are unavailable right now<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"5-clickup-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">ClickUp pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free Forever<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unlimited<\/strong>: $7\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business<\/strong>: $12\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enterprise<\/strong>: Contact for pricing<\/li>\n<li><strong>ClickUp AI<\/strong>: Available on all paid plans for $5 per member per month<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"6-clickup-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">ClickUp ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.7\/5 (9,000+ reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.7\/5 (3,900+ reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ClickUp Chat Tutorial -  How To Use Chat on ClickUp\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KzhWKnRTnh0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"7-2-slack\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Slack &#8211; Best for team communication<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134910\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-568.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1220px) 100vw, 1220px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-568.png 1220w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-568-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-568-768x494.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-568-700x450.png 700w\" alt=\"Slack\" width=\"1220\" height=\"785\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/slack.com\/intl\/en-in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Slack<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Slack is a widely used cloud-based collaboration platform designed to facilitate team communication. It was launched in 2013 and acquired by Salesforce in 2020. The platform is well-known for its real-time messaging features (DMs, threaded conversations, video calls) and extensive integrations.<\/p>\n<p>Slack simplifies communication through individual channels for your teams and projects with multiple team members. This and other features like direct messaging, typing indicators, and audio\/video calls promote real-time interaction.<\/p>\n<p>Slack also integrates with various third-party tools, enabling users to customize notifications and create a more cohesive workflow.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"8-slack-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Slack best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Communicate with multiple people in dedicated spaces for teams and projects with Channels<\/li>\n<li>Foster real-time communication with features like DMs, typing indicators, and audio\/video calls<\/li>\n<li>Create a streamlined workflow by <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/best-slack-integrations\/\">integrating Slack with other third-party tools<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Customize notifications based on mentions, keywords, and channel activity to reduce interruptions<\/li>\n<li>Allows integrations with multiple apps such as Dropbox and Zapier<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"9-slack-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Slack limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>It can prove to be expensive for small teams<\/li>\n<li>End-to-end encryption is not available on Slack yet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"10-slack-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Slack pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Pro<\/strong>: $8.75\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business<\/strong>+: $15\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enterprise Grid<\/strong>: Custom pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"11-slack-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Slack ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.5\/5 (32,000+ reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.6\/5 (23,000+ reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-slack\/\">Slack alternatives<\/a>!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"12-3-element\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Element &#8211; Best for decentralized team communication<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134918\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Element.io-Dashboard-Image-1400x875.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Element.io-Dashboard-Image-1400x875.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Element.io-Dashboard-Image-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Element.io-Dashboard-Image-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Element.io-Dashboard-Image-1536x960.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Element.io-Dashboard-Image-700x438.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Element.io-Dashboard-Image.png 1545w\" alt=\"Element.io\" width=\"1400\" height=\"875\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/element.io\/solutions\/whatsapp-enterprise-compliant-alternative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Element<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Element, previously known as Riot.im, is a matrix-based, secure, and open-source communication platform. Developed by the Matrix.org Foundation, it aligns with the broader mission of Matrix to establish an open standard for \u201csecure, interoperable, and decentralized messaging.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The platform supports end-to-end encryption and offers a variety of real-time messaging, file sharing, and collaboration features. Users get secure data protection through end-to-end encryption for both cloud and on-premise deployment.<\/p>\n<p>The platform is excellent for <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/real-time-collaboration\/\">real-time collaboration<\/a>. It also offers unlimited voice and video calls, and you can improve your workflows with several bridges, bots, and widgets.<\/p>\n<p>However, the mobile app is heavy and clunky, and the tool has fewer integration options than ClickUp, Slack, and others on this list.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"13-element-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Element best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/client-collaboration-software\/\">secure client collaboration<\/a> and data protection with end-to-end encryption<\/li>\n<li>Get support for cloud computing and on-premise deployment<\/li>\n<li>Facilitate real-time collaboration with unlimited voice and video calls<\/li>\n<li>Use bridges, bots, and widgets to improve your workflow efficiency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"14-element-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Element limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Some users find the threads feature clunky and difficult to use<\/li>\n<li>The mobile app can take up a lot of storage if you share many files<\/li>\n<li>Fewer integration options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"15-element-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Element pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Starter: <\/strong>Free up to 200 users<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business: <\/strong>$5 per user\/month (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enterprise: <\/strong>$10 per user\/month (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sovereign: \u200b\u200b<\/strong>Custom pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"16-element-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Element ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: N\/A<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: N\/A<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"17-4-pidgin\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Pidgin &#8211; Best for open-source team messaging<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134906\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-564.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-564.png 646w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-564-300x216.png 300w\" alt=\"Pidgin\" width=\"646\" height=\"465\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/pidgin.im\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pidgin<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Among the oldest open-source communication tools, Pidgin (originally called Gaim) is a basic free-to-use and ad-free instant messaging (IM) and collaboration platform. Its code is licensed under the GNU General Public License, meaning that organizations can modify the platform per their needs.<\/p>\n<p>But there\u2019s a caveat\u2014since it\u2019s free to use, you must publish your changes to the platform so the whole community can benefit.<\/p>\n<p>While you can customize the tool to fit your needs well, it is not the most suitable platform for large teams with complex needs.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"18-pidgin-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pidgin best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Own all your data as Pidgin is self-hosted and open-source<\/li>\n<li>Customize the tool to your first language with its 80+ language support<\/li>\n<li>Work with popular protocols like AIM, ICQ, MSN Messenger, and Yahoo<\/li>\n<li>Add multiple accounts in one app<\/li>\n<li>Keep all your chats neatly organized in tabs so you can toggle between conversations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"19-pidgin-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pidgin limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>You have to build your tool as only the underlying code is available by default<\/li>\n<li>Requires a lot of technical know-how to deploy and maintain the platform<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"20-pidgin-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pidgin pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free to use<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"21-pidgin-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pidgin ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: N\/A<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: N\/A<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"22-5-microsoft-365\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Microsoft 365 &#8211; Best for integrated productivity tools<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134911\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-19.jpeg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-19.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-19-300x164.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-19-1400x764.jpeg 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-19-768x419.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-19-1536x838.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-19-700x382.jpeg 700w\" alt=\"Microsoft 365\" width=\"1600\" height=\"873\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/microsoft-teams\/instant-messaging\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Microsoft<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Formerly known as Office 365, Microsoft 365 is a well-known cloud-based workspace apps suite by Microsoft. The workspace includes a team collaboration tool called Microsoft Teams.<\/p>\n<p>MS Teams has become a central hub for teamwork, with channels to organize conversations by topic and DMs for 1:1 communication. It also integrates with various Microsoft and third-party applications, providing a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/team-communication\/\">unified team communication<\/a> and collaboration environment.<\/p>\n<p>The workspace is also highly secure: With multi-factor authentication, data encryption, and advanced threat protection, the software ensures your data is preserved and kept safe at all times.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"23-microsoft-365-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Microsoft 365 best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Facilitate real-time communication via channels, chat, and video meetings<\/li>\n<li>Ensure a seamless flow of information by integrating all the Microsoft 365 suite of apps<\/li>\n<li>Save time and increase productivity with <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/workflow-automation\/\">workflow automation<\/a> and custom apps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"24-microsoft-365-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Microsoft 365 limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Provides limited customization options<\/li>\n<li>Some users find the UI clunky and non-intuitive as it limits users to the Microsoft ecosystem<\/li>\n<li>The tool is not optimized for MacOS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"25-microsoft-365-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Microsoft 365 pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Business Basic<\/strong>: $6\/month per user (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business Standard<\/strong>: $12.50\/month per user (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business Premium<\/strong>: $22\/month per user (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apps for Business<\/strong>: $8.25\/month per user (billed annually)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"26-microsoft-365-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Microsoft 365 ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.6\/5 (5,000+ reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.6\/5 (14,500+ reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"27-6-jitsi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Jitsi &#8211; Best for secure video conferencing<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134909\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-567.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1152px) 100vw, 1152px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-567.png 1152w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-567-300x146.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-567-768x375.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-567-700x341.png 700w\" alt=\"Jitsi.org\" width=\"1152\" height=\"562\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/jitsi.org\/blog\/introducing-jaas-components\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jitsi<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Jitsi is a popular open-source video conferencing platform. Over the years, its ownership has passed from Blue Jimp to Atlassian, and finally to 8\u00d78 in 2018. Despite these changes, it remains true to its open-source ideology committed to decentralizing communication over the internet.<\/p>\n<p>Jitsi provides two flagship products\u2014VideoBridge and Meet\u2014that are WebRTC-compatible and come with video-conferencing features like video calls, screen-sharing, simulcasting, and more.<\/p>\n<p>However, Jitsi doesn\u2019t provide text-based communication tools, making it a turnoff for most teams.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"28-jitsi-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jitsi best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Run secure team meetings, and client calls with features like audio\/video conferencing, screen-sharing, and more<\/li>\n<li>Add an extra layer of security by password-protecting your online meeting rooms<\/li>\n<li>Embed Jitsi into your website or mobile app for cross-platform accessibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"29-jitsi-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jitsi limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Users report a steep learning curve<\/li>\n<li>Limited integrations<\/li>\n<li>No built-in instant messaging capabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"30-jitsi-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jitsi pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free to use<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"31-jitsi-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jitsi ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.3\/5 (161 reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.1\/5 (78 reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"32-7-webex-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Webex &#8211; Best for enterprise video conferencing<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134913\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-570.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1078px) 100vw, 1078px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-570.png 1078w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-570-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-570-768x479.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-570-700x436.png 700w\" alt=\"Webex Messaging\" width=\"1078\" height=\"672\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webex.com\/suite\/messaging.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Webex Messaging<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Webex by Cisco is a leading platform for virtual collaboration and comes with a variety of messaging and video conferencing solutions. It has eight key features and tools: calling, messaging, webinars, events, meetings, polling, whiteboarding, and video messaging.<\/p>\n<p>The best part is that they\u2019re all powered by a capable AI model.\u00a0These capabilities make Webex one of the most comprehensive workspace collaboration tools that address the challenges of remote and hybrid workplaces.<\/p>\n<p>However, its key security features are only available on the higher-tier plans, so it may not be suitable for small teams.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"33-webex-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Webex best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Schedule meetings right from your shared channels and groups<\/li>\n<li>Host accessible meetings with auto-captioning and translations, noise removal, and voice optimization<\/li>\n<li>Add external stakeholders and guests to your Webex workspace with just their email addresses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"34-webex-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Webex limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Can prove to be expensive for larger teams<\/li>\n<li>Enterprise-grade security is only available in the higher plans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"35-webex-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Webex pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Webex Starter: <\/strong>$14.50 per user\/month<\/li>\n<li><strong>Webex Business: <\/strong>$20 per user\/month<\/li>\n<li><strong>Webex Enterprise: <\/strong>Custom pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"36-webex-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Webex ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.3\/5 (15,000+ reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.4\/5 (6,800+ reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/zoom-webex\/\">Compare Zoom Vs Webex<\/a>!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"37-8-rocketchat\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Rocket.Chat &#8211; Best for self-hosted team communication<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134919\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Rocket.chat-Dashboard-Image-1400x690.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Rocket.chat-Dashboard-Image-1400x690.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Rocket.chat-Dashboard-Image-300x148.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Rocket.chat-Dashboard-Image-768x379.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Rocket.chat-Dashboard-Image-1536x757.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Rocket.chat-Dashboard-Image-700x345.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Rocket.chat-Dashboard-Image.png 1600w\" alt=\"Rocket.Chat\" width=\"1400\" height=\"690\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rocket.chat\/team-collaboration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Rocket.Chat<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>A top alternative to MatterMost, Rocket.Chat terms itself as the team collaboration platform for \u2018privacy-conscious\u2019 organizations. With over 1500 contributors from around the world, Rocket.Chat is an open-source organization that aims to help companies <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/communication-plan-templates\/\">streamline team communication<\/a> without worrying about data security or privacy.<\/p>\n<p>Rocket.Chat provides instant messaging and video conferencing capabilities, making it a good choice for remote and hybrid workplaces. The platform also integrates with other messengers like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Telegram, making it easy for organizations to bring all communication to one place.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"38-rocketchat-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rocket.Chat best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Collaborate with team members and external clients from a single place by integrating with other messenger apps<\/li>\n<li>Use channels to segment conversations based on topic, project, and more<\/li>\n<li>Leverage video calls to foster real-time communication and team bonding<\/li>\n<li>Audit all messages and conversations to prevent data leaks and misuse of information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"39-rocketchat-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rocket.Chat limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Technical support can be slow as it is an open-source organization<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s complex to set up, and self-hosting requires a lot of technical know-how<\/li>\n<li>Some users find the iOS app clunky<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"40-rocketchat-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rocket.Chat pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Starter: Free<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pro<\/strong>: $4.60\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enterprise<\/strong>: Custom pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"41-rocketchat-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rocket.Chat ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.2\/5 (320+ reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.3\/5 (140+ reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"42-9-google-workspace\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Google Workspace &#8211; Best for cloud-based collaboration tools<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134914\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-571.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1184px) 100vw, 1184px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-571.png 1184w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-571-300x211.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-571-768x541.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-571-700x493.png 700w\" alt=\"Google Workspace\" width=\"1184\" height=\"834\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/workspace.google.com\/intl\/en_in\/products\/chat\/#all-in-one\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google Chat<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Now, this one needs no introduction!<\/p>\n<p>Google Workspace, formerly known as G Suite, is a suite of cloud-based <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/best-productivity-tools\/\">productivity tools<\/a> developed by Google. Launched in 2006 with its initial offerings of Gmail and Google Calendar, Google Workspace now includes tools such as <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/integrations\/cloud-storage-google-drive\">Google Drive<\/a>, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Over the years, Google Workspace has become the go-to platform for small and large businesses. The two popular team collaboration apps in Google Workspace include Chat (for instant messaging) and Meet (for video conferencing).<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"43-google-workspaces-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Google Workspace\u2019s best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Work simultaneously and provide instant feedback with real-time collaboration features on Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides<\/li>\n<li>Facilitate real-time communication amongst teammates with virtual meetings<\/li>\n<li>Enable your team to stay in communication using Google Chat\u2019s instant messaging features like direct messages, shared spaces, and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"44-google-workspace-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Google Workspace limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Organizations have limited control over their data<\/li>\n<li>Collaboration options may be limited compared to its competitors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"45-google-workspace-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Google Workspace pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Business Starter<\/strong>: $7.20\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business Standard<\/strong>: $14.40\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business Plus<\/strong>: $21.60\/month per user<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business Enterprise<\/strong>: Custom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"46-google-workspace-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Google Workspace ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.6 (42,000+ reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.7\/5 (15,000+ reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/google-workspace-alternatives\/\">Google Workspace alternatives<\/a>!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"47-10-flock\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Flock &#8211; Best for team messaging and collaboration<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-134917\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-574.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1580px) 100vw, 1580px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-574.png 1580w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-574-300x226.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-574-1400x1053.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-574-768x577.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-574-1536x1155.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image-574-700x526.png 700w\" alt=\"Flock\" width=\"1580\" height=\"1188\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">via <a style=\"background-color: #7c74ff; color: #ffffff; padding: 4px 8px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flock.com\/features\/communication\/channel-messaging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Flock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Flock is excellent as an online collaboration platform for cross-functional work, and it comes with built-in messaging, video conferencing, and even project management features.<\/p>\n<p>Key features include real-time messaging, video conferencing, voice notes, and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/online-to-do-list\">to-do lists<\/a>. It also supports advanced user controls, single sign-on, and customizable file retention policies.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"48-flock-best-features\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flock best features<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Use polls to gather feedback from teammates and make decisions faster<\/li>\n<li>Create shared to-do lists to collaborate with your team on tasks and projects<\/li>\n<li>Automatically delete all messages and files after a specified period to ensure compliance with global data retention policies<\/li>\n<li>Record memos and send voice notes to convey your message to other team members quickly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"49-flock-limitations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flock limitations<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>The Free plan allows only 20 users, 10 channels, and no group calls or screen-sharing<\/li>\n<li>Limited customization options<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"50-flock-pricing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flock pricing<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Starter<\/strong>: Free (for up to 20 users)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pro<\/strong>: $4.5\/month per user (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enterprise<\/strong>: Custom pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id=\"51-flock-ratings-and-reviews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flock ratings and reviews<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>G2<\/strong>: 4.4\/5 (240+ reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capterra<\/strong>: 4.5\/5 (320+ reviews)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/flock-alternatives\/\">Flock alternatives<\/a>!\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"52-wrapping-up-the-ideal-mattermost-alternative\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wrapping Up: The Ideal MatterMost Alternative<\/h2>\n<p>While no single team <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/team-collaboration-software\/\">collaboration software<\/a> can fit the unique needs of all teams, we suggest picking a tool with various collaboration options. That way, your team won\u2019t feel restricted.<\/p>\n<p>An ideal team collaboration tool should provide real-time and async collaboration options, top-notch security measures, and good customer support. ClickUp does all this and provides training sessions and 24\/7 support for all users, including those on the Free plan.<\/p>\n<p>So go ahead and give ClickUp a shot. ?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/\">Sign up for free<\/a> and see why ClickUp is an excellent alternative to MatterMost.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2016, the news dropped that Uber had switched from Slack\u2014the fastest-growing messaging platform for businesses\u2014to Mattermost, the underdog in that space. The reason? Slack did not feature a suitable security framework for technical teams with complex operational needs. So Uber decided to build its own internal communication tool in partnership with MatterMost. ? 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