Slack
Strengths
- Superior UX and search
- 3,000+ app integrations
- Slack Connect (cross-company)
- Custom emoji & culture tools
- Best threaded conversations
Weaknesses
- $7.25/user/mo Pro plan
- Free plan limited to 90 days
- No built-in video conferencing
- Message limit on free tier
- Can become noisy
PriceFree / $7.25 / $12.50 per user/mo
VideoHuddles (audio/video)
Integrations3,000+
File Storage10GB-20GB per user
Best ForStartups, dev teams, agencies
Microsoft Teams
Strengths
- Included with Microsoft 365
- Built-in video conferencing
- Deep Office integration
- Channels + chat + tasks
- 1TB file storage per user
Weaknesses
- Cluttered interface
- Slow performance
- Confusing navigation
- Channels vs chats confusion
- Search is mediocre
PriceFree / $4 / $6 / included with M365
VideoBuilt-in (excellent)
Integrations1,000+
File Storage2GB-1TB per user
Best ForEnterprises, Microsoft-heavy orgs
