Quick Verdict
Choose Slack if:
You need teams or remote work
Choose Discord if:
You need communities or gaming
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Slack | Discord |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $7.25/mo | Custom |
| G2 Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Slack
Pros
- Ubiquitous
- Great integrations
- Easy to use
- Good mobile app
Cons
- Can be distracting
- Gets expensive
- Message history limits on free
Discord
Pros
- Free and feature-rich
- Great voice quality
- Excellent communities
- Highly customizable
Cons
- Not business-focused
- Can be overwhelming
- Limited file storage
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