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DiscordTeamSpeak
Freemium

Free to use, with an optional Nitro subscription.

 Freemium

Free client; server hosting has free and paid tiers.

Windows, iOS, Web Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Drop-in voice channels without placing calls
  • Low-latency screen and game streaming
  • Low latency audio designed for real-time coordination
  • Self-hosting option for full control over the server
  • Proprietary and centrally hosted
  • Some features sit behind the Nitro subscription
  • Largely displaced in casual use by services like Discord
  • Server hosting adds setup and maintenance overhead
Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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