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Ryver alternatives
Ryver compared with 6 alternatives: Slack, Chanty, Flock, Rock, Microsoft Teams and 1 more.
Ryver is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $69 per month for up to 12 users. 5 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| RyverThis tool | Free trial · from $69/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Slack | Free plan · from $7.25/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Chanty | Free plan · from $3/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Flock | Free plan · from $4.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Rock | Free plan · from $74.92/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Teams | Free plan · from $4.00/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Brosix | Free trial · from $40/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Ryver
- Free plan · from $7.25/mo
Slack
Channel-based team messaging with huddles, workflows and AI
- Slack starts at $7.25 per user / month, billed annually. Ryver starts at $69 per month for up to 12 users.
- Slack has a free plan. Ryver does not, though it has a free trial.
- Slack also covers workflow automation and documents.
- Ryver also covers tasks.
Suits: Teams that want conversations organized by channel rather than email threads
- Free plan · from $3/mo
Chanty
Team chat with built-in tasks, calls and AI agents
- Chanty starts at $3 per user / month, billed annually. Ryver starts at $69 per month for up to 12 users.
- Chanty has a free plan. Ryver does not, though it has a free trial.
- Chanty also covers kanban boards and AI agents.
Suits: Teams of up to 5 that want free chat with unlimited searchable history
- Free plan · from $4.50/mo
Flock
Team messenger with channels, video calls and shared to-dos
- Flock starts at $4.50 per user / month, billed annually. Ryver starts at $69 per month for up to 12 users.
- Flock has a free plan. Ryver does not, though it has a free trial.
Suits: Small and mid-sized teams that want chat, calls and to-dos in one app
- Free plan · from $74.92/mo
Rock
Team chat with tasks, notes and files in every project space
- Rock starts at $74.92 per month for unlimited users, billed yearly ($899 per year). Ryver starts at $69 per month for up to 12 users.
- Rock has a free plan. Ryver does not, though it has a free trial.
- Rock also covers notes, kanban boards and time tracking.
- Ryver also covers video calls.
Suits: Agencies and freelancers who bring clients into project spaces as guests
- Free plan · from $4.00/mo
Microsoft Teams
Chat, video meetings and calling tied into Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Teams starts at $4.00 per user / month, paid yearly. Ryver starts at $69 per month for up to 12 users.
- Microsoft Teams has a free plan. Ryver does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Ryver lists a Linux app.
- Microsoft Teams also covers transcription, noise cancellation and whiteboard.
- Ryver also covers tasks.
Suits: Organizations that already pay for Microsoft 365
- Free trial · from $40/mo
Brosix
Private team messaging network with admin controls
- Brosix starts at $40 per month for up to 20 users, billed yearly ($50 billed monthly). Ryver starts at $69 per month for up to 12 users.
- Ryver also covers tasks.
Suits: Small offices that want a fixed monthly price for 20 or 50 users
Limits worth knowing in Ryver
- There is no free plan: after the 14-day trial the lowest tier is $69 a month for up to 12 users.
- Voice and video calls are labeled beta and limited to 5 users per call.
- Guests count toward a plan's user limit, which the feature list defines as members plus guests.
- Single sign-on, premium support and advanced team management are limited to Enterprise.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Ryver?
The alternatives to Ryver in this directory are Slack, Chanty, Flock, Rock, Microsoft Teams and Brosix. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Ryver.
Is there a free alternative to Ryver?
Yes. Slack, Chanty, Flock, Rock and Microsoft Teams have a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.