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Best Microsoft Teams Alternatives in 2026

These are the 5 closest tools to Microsoft Teams that we track, ordered by what they cost to start. Each entry says how its pricing differs from Microsoft Teams's — based on the numbers we hold, not on who pays us. We do not publish a quality score, because we do not have one we can stand behind. The cheapest verified option is Slack at $7/user/mo.

Why people leave Microsoft Teams

  • Performance Issues: The app can feel heavy and sometimes sluggish on older hardware.
  • Complex UI: Navigating the channel structure can be confusing for non-technical users.
  • Guest Access: Adding external users outside the organization can sometimes be difficult.

These are the drawbacks listed in our own Microsoft Teams review — not complaints we invented for this page.

  1. 1
    Slack

    Digital headquarters for teams.

    vs Microsoft Teams: pricier to start ($7/user/mo vs $6/user/mo).

  2. 2
    HEY Email

    Rethink your email.

    vs Microsoft Teams: pricier to start ($8/user/mo vs $6/user/mo).

  3. 3
    Loom

    Async video messages.

    vs Microsoft Teams: pricier to start ($12/user/mo vs $6/user/mo).

  4. 4
    Zoom

    Video calls.

    vs Microsoft Teams: pricier to start ($14/user/mo vs $6/user/mo).

  5. 5
    Aircall

    Cloud call centre for sales and support.

    vs Microsoft Teams: priced differently (Not verified vs $6/user/mo).