01
Slack
Where work happens
A channel-based messaging platform that integrates seamlessly with thousands of third-party business applications and developer tools.
95.0
Slack is the premier choice for fast-paced developer and tech teams requiring deep integrations. Microsoft Teams suits enterprises heavily invested in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Meanwhile, Asana excels for organisations focused on structured project management and cross-functional team coordination.
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SlackSlack was originally developed as an internal tool for a gaming company called Tiny Speck before becoming a standalone product.95.0NEW6.67 GBP per user per month
SlackSlack was originally developed as an internal tool for a gaming company called Tiny Speck before becoming a standalone product.95.0NEW6.67 GBP per user per month2
Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft Teams surpassed 320 million daily active users in late 2023.92.7NEW3.30 GBP per user per month
Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft Teams surpassed 320 million daily active users in late 2023.92.7NEW3.30 GBP per user per month3
ZoomZoom experienced unprecedented growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, becoming a generic verb for video calling.90.3NEW£12.79/user/month
ZoomZoom experienced unprecedented growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, becoming a generic verb for video calling.90.3NEW£12.79/user/month4
Google WorkspaceGoogle Docs originated from two separate acquired products: Writely and XL2Web.88.0NEW$6 per user/month
Google WorkspaceGoogle Docs originated from two separate acquired products: Writely and XL2Web.88.0NEW$6 per user/month5
AsanaAsana was co-founded by Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz and Justin Rosenstein.85.7NEWGBP 8.89 per user per month
AsanaAsana was co-founded by Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz and Justin Rosenstein.85.7NEWGBP 8.89 per user per month6
TrelloTrello was acquired by Atlassian in January 2017 for $425 million.83.3NEWUSD 5.00 per user per month
TrelloTrello was acquired by Atlassian in January 2017 for $425 million.83.3NEWUSD 5.00 per user per month7
NotionNotion rebuilt its entire core application engine in 2018 to significantly improve speed and offline capabilities.81.0NEWUSD 8.00 per user per month
NotionNotion rebuilt its entire core application engine in 2018 to significantly improve speed and offline capabilities.81.0NEWUSD 8.00 per user per month8
MiroMiro was originally founded in Perm, Russia, under the name Realtime Board before relocating its headquarters.78.7NEWUSD 8.00 per user per month
MiroMiro was originally founded in Perm, Russia, under the name Realtime Board before relocating its headquarters.78.7NEWUSD 8.00 per user per month9
BasecampBasecamp famously pioneered the software-as-a-service flat-rate pricing model for businesses.76.3NEWUSD 15.00 per user per month
BasecampBasecamp famously pioneered the software-as-a-service flat-rate pricing model for businesses.76.3NEWUSD 15.00 per user per month10
Cisco WebexWebex was originally founded in 1995 as WebEx before being acquired by Cisco Systems in 2007.74.0NEW£12.00/user/month
Cisco WebexWebex was originally founded in 1995 as WebEx before being acquired by Cisco Systems in 2007.74.0NEW£12.00/user/monthLAST UPDATED 2026-07-20CURATED · UPDATED REGULARLY
The ranking, in detail
02
Microsoft Teams
Chat, meet, call, and collaborate
A comprehensive hub for teamwork that combines workplace chat, video meetings, file storage, and application integration.
92.7
03
Zoom
A video-first communications platform offering meetings, chat, whiteboard, phone, and email capabilities.
90.3
04
Google Workspace
Professional Gmail and collaboration tools
A suite of cloud computing, productivity and collaboration tools, software and products developed by Google.
88.0
05
Asana
Manage your team's work, projects, and tasks online
A work management platform designed to help teams orchestrate their work, from daily tasks to strategic initiatives.
85.7
06
Trello
Collaborate, manage projects, and reach new productivity peaks
A collaboration tool that organises your projects into boards with cards based on the Kanban methodology.
83.3
07
Notion
The connected workspace where better, faster work happens
An all-in-one workspace for note-taking, project management, wikis, and database management.
81.0
08
Miro
The visual workspace for innovation
An online collaborative whiteboarding platform designed for remote and hybrid teams to brainstorm and plan.
78.7
09
Basecamp
The all in one toolkit for working remotely
A project management and team communication tool that combines to-do lists, file sharing, and chat in one place.
76.3
10
Cisco Webex
An enterprise-grade video conferencing, calling, and team collaboration solution backed by robust security.
74.0
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between chat-based tools and project management tools?
Chat-based tools like Slack or Microsoft Teams focus primarily on real-time messaging and quick communication. Project management tools like Asana or Trello focus on structured task tracking, deadlines, and workflow visualisations.
Are free collaboration platforms secure for enterprise use?
Free tiers often lack advanced security controls, compliance certifications, and administrative oversight. Enterprises usually require paid plans to meet regulatory requirements and data protection standards.
How do I choose the right collaboration platform for my team?
Consider your team size, existing software ecosystem, budget, and primary communication needs. For instance, teams already using Microsoft 365 will benefit most from Teams, while design agencies might prefer visual tools like Miro.
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