2 changes on 2024-10-01: Free plan includes unlimited users; Zulip 10.1 beta was released on 2024-10-01
Zulip 10.0 was released on 2024-08-27
Zulip is an open-source team chat application designed for technical teams, featuring topic-based threading and strong developer integrations. Originally created at MIT and later acquired by Dropbox before becoming independent.
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$7/mo billed annually
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$13/mo billed annually
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Best for
Self-hosted team communication for organizations requiring data sovereignty and avoiding vendor lock-in
Worst for
Small teams with tight budgets needing simple setup and responsive support.
Professional plan costs $6.67 USD annually
Professional plan includes standard support during business hours
Team communication for startups and small companies seeking cost-effective alternatives to Slack
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Self-hosted team communication for organizations requiring data sovereignty and avoiding vendor lock-in
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Development teams and technical organizations needing advanced search and organized conversation threading
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Large organizations requiring SSO, dedicated support, and unlimited storage for company-wide communication
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