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Slack vs Twist: catalog facts
Slack	Twist
Freemium Free plan available, with paid plans for more features.	Freemium A free plan is available, with paid plans for teams that need more.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web	Web
Channels keep team conversations organized Large range of app integrations	Threads keep conversations on topic Inbox collects threads for prioritizing
Closed source hosted service Many features and AI tools sit behind paid plans	Hosted service only, with no self-hosting Slower paced than real-time chat, which does not suit every team
Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service	Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Account needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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