Team chat software pricing
We track 2 team chat tools. 1 has a free plan. For 10 seats, the lowest per-seat cost is Microsoft Teams Microsoft Teams Essentials at $40 a month.
- Tools tracked
- 2
- With a free plan
- 1
- Lowest seat price
- $4
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Team chat price comparison
| Tool | Starting price | Free plan | 10 seats / month | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Teams | From $4/user/mo | No | $40 | |
| Slack | From $7.25/user/mo | Yes | $72.50 |
Free team chat software
- Slack — Free: 90 days of message history; Up to 10 apps
Cheapest team chat software for a team of 10
Ranked by the cheapest per-seat plan’s monthly cost for 10 seats, using annual-billing rates where the page lists them. Tools priced per account or by usage are not ranked.
- 1.Microsoft Teams Microsoft Teams Essentials$40/mo
- 2.Slack Pro$72.50/mo
Team chat pricing FAQ
How much does team chat software cost?
We track 2 team chat tools. 1 has a free plan. For 10 seats, the lowest per-seat cost is Microsoft Teams Microsoft Teams Essentials at $40 a month.
Is there free team chat software?
Yes. Slack has a free plan on the official pricing page. Free plans have limits; each tool page lists them.
What is the cheapest team chat software for a small team?
At 10 seats, Microsoft Teams Microsoft Teams Essentials ($40/month), Slack Pro ($72.50/month) cost the least among per-seat plans we track. Tools priced per account or by usage are not ranked here.