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LINE WORKS alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the best LINE WORKS alternative for most people is Slack (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of team communication apps. The best free one is Microsoft Teams (3.0 GPA). The catch, in its listing's words: "Microsoft Teams (free) is for one person."

LINE WORKS compared with 6 alternatives: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Chatwork, Lark, DingTalk and 1 more.

LINE WORKS has a free plan. Paid plans start at ¥450 per user / month, billed annually (¥540 billed monthly). 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
LINE WORKSThis toolFree planYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
SlackFree plan · from $7.25/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Microsoft TeamsFree plan · from $4.00/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
ChatworkFree plan · from $7/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
LarkFree plan · from $6/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
DingTalkFree plan · from $4.00/moYesiOS
WeComFree planNomacOS, Windows, iOS, Android

How each one differs from LINE WORKS

  1. Slack

    Channel-based team messaging with huddles, workflows and AI

    • Slack starts at $7.25 per user / month, billed annually.
    • Slack also lists a Linux app.
    • Slack also covers workflow automation and documents.
    • Slack does not cover tasks, calendar and forms, which LINE WORKS does.

    Suits: Teams that want conversations organized by channel rather than email threads

    Slack vs LINE WORKSSlack pricing and details

  2. Microsoft Teams

    Chat, video meetings and calling tied into Microsoft 365

    • Microsoft Teams starts at $4.00 per user / month, paid yearly.
    • Microsoft Teams also covers transcription, noise cancellation and whiteboard.
    • Microsoft Teams does not cover tasks, calendar and forms, which LINE WORKS does.

    Suits: Organizations that already pay for Microsoft 365

    Microsoft Teams vs LINE WORKSMicrosoft Teams pricing and details

  3. Chatwork

    Business group chat with built-in tasks, files and video calls

    • Chatwork starts at $7 per user / month, on an annual subscription.
    • Chatwork does not cover calendar and forms, which LINE WORKS does.

    Suits: Teams that chat with clients and partners outside their own company

    Chatwork vs LINE WORKSChatwork pricing and details

  4. Lark

    All-in-one suite of chat, meetings, docs, email and workflows

    • Lark starts at $6 per user / month, billed annually.
    • Lark also lists a Linux app.
    • Lark also covers transcription, wiki, workflow automation and documents.
    • Lark does not cover tasks, forms and file sharing, which LINE WORKS does.

    Suits: Teams of up to 20 that want free chat, docs and meetings in one app

    Lark vs LINE WORKSLark pricing and details

  5. DingTalk

    Chat, meetings, docs and approvals in one work platform

    • DingTalk starts at $4.00 per user / month, annual rate ($4.80 billed monthly).
    • DingTalk lists no web app and macOS, Windows and Android apps, which LINE WORKS has.
    • DingTalk also covers meeting notes and transcription.
    • DingTalk does not cover tasks, forms and file sharing, which LINE WORKS does.

    Suits: Companies that want chat, meetings and docs in one suite at a per-user price

    DingTalk vs LINE WORKSDingTalk pricing and details

  6. WeCom

    Tencent's work messenger with built-in office tools and WeChat links

    • WeCom has no free plan, unlike LINE WORKS.
    • WeCom lists no web app, which LINE WORKS has.
    • WeCom also covers workflow automation.
    • WeCom does not cover tasks, calendar and forms, which LINE WORKS does.

    Suits: Companies that deal with customers who already use WeChat

    WeCom vs LINE WORKSWeCom pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in LINE WORKS

  • Prices are listed in Japanese yen and exclude tax; the pricing page notes the Standard and Advanced plans are bought through a contact-us step.
  • Drive is a paid option on the Standard plan at ¥100 per person a month billed annually; Mail is only on Advanced.
  • Message archiving costs ¥300 per person a month billed annually, and email archiving needs Advanced.
  • The pricing page carries a notice about plans applying from April 2022, so confirm current prices with the vendor.
LINE WORKS pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to LINE WORKS?

The alternatives to LINE WORKS in this directory are Slack, Microsoft Teams, Chatwork, Lark, DingTalk and WeCom. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LINE WORKS.

Is there a free alternative to LINE WORKS?

Yes. Slack, Microsoft Teams, Chatwork, Lark and DingTalk have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which LINE WORKS alternatives work on Linux?

The LINE WORKS listing does not include a Linux app. Slack and Lark list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.