{"id":50486,"date":"2022-01-11T09:27:06","date_gmt":"2022-01-11T17:27:06","guid":{"rendered":"\/us\/en\/blog\/?p=50486"},"modified":"2025-03-13T06:20:10","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T13:20:10","slug":"team-messaging-apps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/us\/en\/blog\/team-messaging-apps\/","title":{"rendered":"Team messaging apps: Our picks for 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Team messaging apps have come a long way since their creation. And with so many dynamic options out there, it can be hard to narrow down the best choice for your business.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this concise guide, we\u2019ll look at some of the best team messaging and chat apps to help your remote teams maintain close and effective teamwork, no matter where they\u2019re working from.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s get into it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#one\">Why you might need a team messaging app for your business<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#two\">How to choose the right team messaging app<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#three\">Our top 8 picks for powerful team messaging\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udcac How to buy a team messaging app: <\/b>Follow our checklist for success.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"download-form-widget standart-download-form\" data-url=\"https:\/\/netstorage.ringcentral.com\/documents\/team_messaging_platform_checklist.pdf\" data-id=\"6a0c529c91432\" id=\"6a0c529c91432\">\n\t\t<button tabindex=\"on\"  on=\"tap:6a0c529c91432.toggleClass(class='open')\" class=\"open-modal-download-action download-form-button\" type=\"submit\">Get the checklist<\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"download-form-modal\">\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-body\">\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-content\">\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-title\">How to choose a team messaging platform: A 6-step checklist<\/div>\n<form class=\"download-form SMB\" method=\"post\">\n<div class=\"download-form-part\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"download-form-input\" aria-label=\"Full Name\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" type=\"text\" name=\"fullname\" placeholder=\"Full Name\" data-dl-events-hover=\"true\" data-dl-element=\"text\" data-dl-additional-info=\"download form\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"download-form-part\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"download-form-input\" aria-label=\"Email (please enter a work email address)\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" type=\"email\" autocomplete=\"on\" name=\"email\" placeholder=\"Email (please enter a work email address)\" data-dl-events-hover=\"true\" data-dl-element=\"email\" data-dl-additional-info=\"download form\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"popup_form\" value=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"Lead_Entry_Source__c\" value=\"RC Blog\" class=\"download-form-input\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"download-form-part\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"download-form-submit\" type=\"submit\" data-dl-element=\"button\" data-no-auto-dl=\"true\" data-dl-additional-info=\"download form\" data-dl-name=\"Get it now\">Get it now<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<p> \t\t\t\t\t<button on=\"tap:6a0c529c91432.toggleClass(class='open')\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"  class=\"download-form-modal-close\"><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"download-form-modal-thank\"> Enjoy!<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><a id=\"one\"><\/a>Why team messaging apps are good for business<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re running a business today, chances are you&#8217;re already using some kind of <a href=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/instant-messaging-programs\/\">instant messaging app<\/a> with your team. And with <a href=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/6-statistics-you-should-know-about-hybrid-and-remote-work\/\">remote and hybrid work<\/a> on the rise, the need for these apps isn&#8217;t going away.<\/p>\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t looked at the wide field of <a href=\"https:\/\/newrcblog.wpengine.com\/us\/en\/blog\/what-is-team-messaging\/\">team messaging<\/a> in a while, it might be a good time to check out what&#8217;s new. You&#8217;d be surprised just how much they can do now to keep your team on track and in touch.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe\" id=\"new-rc-subscribe\"  style=\"background-image:url('\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/ringcentral\/assets\/images\/temp\/subscribe.png')\">\n\t\t<button class=\"close js-popup-close\"><svg class=\"icon_close_mobile\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><use xlink:href=\"#icon_close_mobile\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper_text\">\n<h3 class=\"rc-subscribe__title h2\">Stay informed with RingCentral<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__subtitle\">Subscribe to our emails for the latest blogs, events, and exclusive content on AI-powered communication solutions. Stay ahead with insights and tips from the leader in trusted AI communications.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/legal\/privacy-notice.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-dl-name=\"Privacy Notic\" data-dl-element=\"link\" data-dl-additional-info=\"social\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Privacy Notice<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper_form\">\n<form class=\"\" data-event-init=\"true\" novalidate data-js-form>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<input\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tname=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tplaceholder=\"Email address *\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Must be valid email. example@yourdomain.com\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tminlength=\"4\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmaxlength=\"255\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trequired\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpattern=\"[a-z0-9._%+\\-]+@[a-z0-9.\\-]+\\.[a-z]{2,}$\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"field__control\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tautocomplete=\"on\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-required=\"true\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dl-events-hover=\"true\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dl-element=\"email\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-dl-additional-info=\"LET'S WORK TOGETHER\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Email address *\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-errormessage=\"email-subscribe-errors\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"field__errors\" id=\"email-subscribe-errors\" data-js-form-field-errors><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<select\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tname=\"Country__c\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trequired\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"field__control\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-required=\"true\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Country *\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\taria-errormessage=\"country-subscribe-errors\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t><option value=\"\" disabled=\"disabled\" selected=\"selected\">Country<\/option><option value=\"Canada\">Canada<\/option><option value=\"United_States\">United States<\/option><\/select><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"field__errors\" id=\"country-subscribe-errors\" data-js-form-field-errors><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button type=\"submit\" data-event-init=\"true\">Subscribe<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"confirm-form\" role=\"status\" aria-live=\"polite\" style=\"display: none;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"confirm-form__text\">Thank you for your interest in RingCentral<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"heading h3 h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"two\"><\/a>How to choose the right team messaging app for your business<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When choosing a team chat app, there are a few points you must consider. Firstly, you need an app that\u2019ll work for the entire team; it\u2019s no good if it only suits the needs and requirements of a few colleagues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask team members what they\u2019d value in a communication app, and if they have any specific suggestions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most importantly, however, you must have a clear idea of which features you need from your chosen group messaging app. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some things to consider as you shop for a team messaging app:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mobile compatibility<\/strong>: Does the app work well on iOS and Android, as well as desktop?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Messaging capabilities<\/strong>: Does it enable individual <em>and<\/em> group chats?<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/best-video-chat-apps\/\">Video chat<\/a>:<\/strong> Does the app offer face-to-face calling for 1:1 and group chats?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ease of use\/accessibility<\/strong>: Can everyone on your team navigate the app easily?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Search function:<\/strong> How easy is it to find old conversations?<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/ways-to-use-free-file-sharing-in-your-ringcentral-app\/\">File sharing<\/a>:<\/strong> Does the app allow it? How are files stored for future finding? Can files be annotated?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integrations with your current apps:<\/strong> Does the app seamlessly fit into your tech stack?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Emojis and GIFs:<\/strong> Inject a little fun into your team messaging!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-45055\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/RingCentral_EMOJI_Reaction.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"569\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing is also an important consideration. Small businesses in particular tend to have only limited funds at your disposal. You should therefore set a budget before you start looking for a team chat app.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentially, you need an app that\u2019ll enable you to streamline workflows and boost productivity through closer communication, without breaking the bank to get it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a id=\"three\"><\/a> Our picks: 8 powerful team messaging apps<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, with all that in mind, we need to look at some of the messaging apps that are widely used by businesses around the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This quick overview will give you a clearer idea of the various options on the market, and what they can do for your organization and its employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/teams\/overview.html\">RingCentral<\/a>: our favorite all-in-one team messaging app<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ll freely admit to a little bias here, but the RingCentral app is at the top of the list with very good reason.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCentral\u2019s team messaging tool not only allows colleagues to stay in close contact with one another, it also enables businesses to streamline communications with clients as well by inviting external guests to join conversations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RingCentral also makes it simple to share files and pin comments, so everyone has easy access to the information they need:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-50526 size-full\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Share-file.gif\" alt=\"team messaging - RingCentral file sharing\" width=\"1280\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create team chats for internal and external groups, as well as sending <a href=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/business-text-messaging\/\">business texts<\/a> from your RingCentral phone number. Assigning and checking off tasks, sending recaps, and preparing next steps is also simple.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better still, you can switch from a one-to-one or team conversation to a video chat at the tap of a single button. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/apps\/\">RingCentral also connects with hundreds of third-party tools<\/a>, including Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Microsoft Teams<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img-prod-cms-rt-microsoft-com.akamaized.net\/cms\/api\/am\/imageFileData\/RE4FrKZ?ver=d039&amp;q=90&amp;h=675&amp;w=830&amp;b=%23FFFFFFFF&amp;aim=true\" alt=\"team messaging app - microsoft teams\" width=\"830\" height=\"675\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft Teams combines instant messaging, video chat, and voice communication. It\u2019s closely integrated with other apps from the Microsoft 365 suite, including Microsoft Office. It\u2019s highly customizable, so you can set it up in a way that works particularly well for the individual needs of your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All that said, some users get confused about which Microsoft 365 tool they should be using in a given situation. The number of channels on Teams is also limited to 200 public and 30 private channels per team, which may be problematic for larger businesses. Some users also find that notifications can be erratic in Teams, causing them to miss important messages.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Google Chat<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42884 size-full\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Google-chat.png\" alt=\"team messaging app - google chat\" width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A rebrand\/replacement for Google Hangouts\u2014part of Google\u2019s wider transition from G Suite to Google Workspace\u2014Google Chat is a one-to-one and team messaging tool that\u2019s intended to facilitate closer collaboration among colleagues. It\u2019s integrated with Google\u2019s wider suite of productivity software and has a simple, clean, and functional interface. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you do all of your email and file sharing via Google, Google Chat might be a decent option for your team.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Ryver<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/ryver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/responsive-img@2x.png\" alt=\"team messaging - Ryver app \" width=\"2655\" height=\"1110\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ryver is a communication tool that is geared first and foremost towards enhancing team productivity. It offers a plethora of integrations, and it\u2019s straightforward to use. You can also use your pre-existing login options, allowing you to sign in with single sign-on. It offers custom channels, too, including company-wide messages, team chats, and one-to-one chats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, other tools, including RingCentral, are better for integrations. Ryver uses Zapier to connect with third-party tools, but there\u2019s a limit of only six free integrations, and for any extra integrations, you\u2019ll have to pay.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">5. Flock<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45784 size-full\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/image5-4.png\" alt=\"team messaging app - flock UI\" width=\"1220\" height=\"920\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flock is a team communication tool\u2014also incorporating audio and video conversations\u2014offering a variety of built-in productivity features, including screen sharing, to-do lists, polls, and shared notes. Third-party integrations, meanwhile, include Google Calendar and Analytics, as well as social media apps such as Facebook and Twitter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some shortcomings here as well, though. For a start, Flock offers only limited customization options when compared to other apps in its field. Likewise, its design is somewhat basic and unpolished.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Slack<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43738 size-full\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/slack-messaging-app.png\" alt=\"team messaging app - slack\" width=\"1999\" height=\"1246\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An app that probably needs little introduction, Slack is one of the most popular team communication tools in the world. Its features\u2014including file sharing, private channels, and various third-party integrations\u2014did much to set the template for what we would expect from a team chat application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slack\u2019s search function makes it quite straightforward to sift through chats for particular keywords. File sharing is also easy. You can either drag and drop them into the chat or link users to them (links usually unfurl in the chat, providing a handy preview). It\u2019s also simple to bring more people into channels and threads\u2014all you need to do is tag them in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, Slack does have its downsides as well. For one thing, its price might be a problem for some firms, as it\u2019s a standalone piece of software that doesn\u2019t come as part of a wider bundle. Also, if you want a tool that integrates team messaging with other communication channels, particularly phone calls, you may need to look elsewhere. The channels layout by hashtags might also be a little confusing at first for folks who are brand-new to the platform.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Discord<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/helios-i.mashable.com\/imagery\/articles\/06iHQ7H6lkd8q4gzDxPd1eH\/images-9.fit_lim.size_2000x.v1632157207.png\" alt=\"What is Discord, the popular community chat app?\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For voice chat, Discord can be a good option. It was originally designed for gamers, and this is suggested by its always-on audio. It does provide text-based messaging and video chats as well, but its main selling point is its voice channels. If you want to talk to your colleagues while working on a shared file, for example, Discord can be useful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to its audio quality, another important selling point for Discord is its HD screen sharing. However, Discord wasn\u2019t originally designed for business, so it\u2019s not necessarily as secure as some other team communication apps, and it doesn\u2019t offer as many integrations. Like Slack, it might also have a bit of a learning curve for folks who aren&#8217;t familiar with the platform&#8217;s channels feature.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Chanty<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-56681\" src=\"\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/1497ea23-b25f-5262-abcf-ca7a562ba6b0.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"625\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chanty.com\/\">Chanty<\/a> is a versatile team messaging platform suitable for businesses across various industries. It stands out with its unlimited messaging available on all plans, including the free tier.<\/p>\n<p>Chanty facilitates communication through public and private channels, ensuring seamless collaboration. For urgent discussions, Chanty&#8217;s audio and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/video-call.html\">video calling<\/a> features are invaluable.<\/p>\n<p>To support project management, Chanty includes a built-in task manager with a Kanban board, streamlining your workflow. Additional features like voice messaging, pinned messages, and mentions further enhance team interaction and efficiency<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Level up with team messaging apps<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the age of working from anywhere and the ongoing automation revolution, technology is having dramatic effects on the way we work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Team messaging apps, in their own way, have brought about a real transformation in workplace collaboration. This is why it\u2019s so important for your business and its employees to have the right communication tools at hand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Team messaging software can take your business to the next level, particularly if they\u2019re part of a comprehensive, all-in-one business communications solution like RingCentral.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can help colleagues perform to the very best of their ability, regardless of where they\u2019re physically working from. This can give your business a key competitive advantage, as well as making it a more attractive place to work and boosting staff morale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, we\u2019ve aimed to provide a quick run-through of some of the most popular team communications solutions. Now it\u2019s up to you to find the one that works for your business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose wisely, and you could soon find your business reaping real rewards as a result.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Team messaging apps have come a long way since their creation. And with so many dynamic options out there, it can be hard to narrow down the best choice for your business. 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