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Best Remote Working software in 2026

Remote working software gives distributed teams tools for communication, online meetings, task coordination, and shared files. This list covers tools for people comparing remote-work options on a budget.

  1. 1

    Rocket.Chat

    by Rocket.Chat
    Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Rocket.Chat offers core messaging features on a free plan, with named options describing additional deployment and administrative choices.

    8.9 Free plan Visit site
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    Zulip

    by Zulip
    Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Zulip provides channel-based team chat across common desktop and mobile platforms, with guest access and numerous listed integrations.

    8.5 Free plan · paid from $3.50/user/mo Visit site
  3. 3

    Basecamp

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    Basecamp combines task tracking, project communication, scheduling, and client access. Compare plan project and storage limits, and note the stated security and sign-on limitations.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $25/mo (annual) Visit site
  4. 4

    Bitrix24 CRM

    by Bitrix24 CRM
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Bitrix24 CRM pairs pipeline and email automation features with plans for different user and storage needs.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $49/mo (annual) · 15-day trial Visit site
  5. 5

    Chanty

    by Chanty
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Choose Chanty if your team wants chat, task management, calls, and integrations in one tool, with a free plan for up to five members.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $3/user/mo (annual) Visit site
  6. 6

    Element

    by Element
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+4

    Element combines broad platform availability, guest access and unlimited message history. Its self-hosted option and integrations may appeal to organizations, while plan prices are not listed.

    7.6 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    Flock

    by Flock
    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4

    Flock offers a free entry point and plan descriptions for different team sizes, alongside a broad integration list and multiple platform options.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $4.50/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial Visit site
  8. 8

    Lark

    by Lark
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Lark combines workplace messaging, collaboration, automation, and developer tools across major desktop and mobile platforms.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  9. 9

    Microsoft Teams

    by Microsoft Teams
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Teams covers messaging, calls, and meetings across platforms, with a free plan and business options that list expanded meeting and support features.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    Pumble

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Pumble covers team messaging, file sharing, and meetings, with unlimited message history on the free plan.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $2.49/user/mo (annual) · 7-day trial Visit site
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    Slack

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Slack combines channel conversations, app integrations, automation and built-in AI features across a wide range of platforms.

    7.2 Free plan · paid from $7.25/user/mo (annual) Visit site
  12. 12

    Twist

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Choose Twist if your team wants channel-based messaging, guest access, and apps across desktop and mobile platforms.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $6/user/mo (annual) Visit site
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    Wire

    by Wire
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Wire brings messaging, conferencing and file collaboration together, with deployment choices that include offline or air-gapped on-premises environments.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from €7.45/user/mo (annual) Visit site
  14. 14

    WorkAdventure

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    WorkAdventure combines avatar-based conversations with tools for events and team spaces. Check the free-tier user cap and plan costs against the intended group size.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from €4/user Visit site
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    Zoho Workplace

    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

    Zoho Workplace combines a broad set of workplace tools with file migration and office-file compatibility.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $3/user/mo (annual) · 15-day trial Visit site
  16. 16

    Zoom Workplace

    by Zoom Workplace
    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4

    Zoom Workplace offers meeting and collaboration features across a broad set of platforms, with a free one-user Basic plan and a paid Pro option.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from $15.99/user/mo Visit site
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    SpatialChat

    Free plan Web

    SpatialChat centers meetings and events on movement between conversations, with plans ranging from a limited free tier to larger paid event options.

    6.7 Free plan · paid from $399/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
  18. 18

    Google Workspace

    Free trial AndroidAPIExtension+4

    Google Workspace brings communication, storage, and document tools together, with collaboration and security controls.

    6.4 From $7/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Kumospace

    by Kumospace
    Free plan WebWindowsMac+3
    6.4 Free plan · paid from $16/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    TeamFlow Automate

    Free trial Web

    TeamFlow Automate combines workflow execution, process discovery, reporting, and collaborative diagram work in a browser.

    5.6 From $149/mo (annual) · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Gather

    Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    4.9 From $12/user/mo (annual) · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Sococo

    Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
    4.5 14-day trial Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Review free-plan terms, trial lengths, entry-level paid prices, and compatibility with the web, iOS, Windows, Android, macOS, or Linux. When code access or changes matter, examine the applicable open-source licence. Also review meeting limits, guest access, and sign-in requirements.

Questions

Is remote working software available for free?

Yes. Free plans appear among these tools, while other options require payment or provide a trial. Check the plan details and limits before choosing.

Which platforms do these tools support?

The products listed support one or more of web, iOS, Windows, Android, macOS, and Linux. Confirm support for the devices your team uses.

What features should I compare?

Assess free-plan terms, starting paid price, video meetings, team chat, task management, file collaboration, guest access, SSO support, and meeting participant limits.

Do any tools include free trials?

Yes. Trial periods listed include 30 days, 14 days, and seven days. Check whether a payment method or automatic renewal applies.

Can I use open-source remote work software?

Open-source code is offered by tools on this list. Review the licence before using, changing, or distributing code.

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