Google Workspace teams reach for Google Chat when they want messaging, shared Spaces, and quick Meet calls tied closely to Gmail, Drive, Calendar, and company accounts.
Google Chat included for comparison — click any alternative to jump to its full breakdown below.
| Alternative | Pricing | License | Built for | Founded | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Chat Current | $7.00Freemium | Proprietary | Small Business Enterprise | — | The one you're replacing |
| Slack | $7.25Freemium | Proprietary | Startups Small Business | 2013 | Channel-based workplace messaging |
| Microsoft Teams | $4.00Freemium | Proprietary | Small Business Enterprise | 2017 | Microsoft 365 organizations |
| Chanty | $3.00Freemium | Proprietary | Startups Small Business | 2017 | Small teams needing simple chat |
Filter by pricing model or license — every entry is one we’d consider a real replacement.
Coordinating teams and multiple work tools in one place is complex; Slack organizes conversations, alerts, files, and collaborations to cut email clutter and keep teams aligned.
Keeping chat, meetings, files, and day-to-day coordination in one place is the job Microsoft Teams handles best, particularly for organizations already using Microsoft 365.
Keeping team conversations, quick decisions, and lightweight follow-up work in one place is the job here. Chanty handles it with approachable group chat and uncomplicated task tracking for smaller teams.
