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Bopup IM Suite vs Zulip

Both stand on business instant messaging - enterprise software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Bopup IM Suite

Free plan AndroidWindows

Bopup IM Suite combines workplace messaging with several integration options and deployment choices. The free mode has clear message and file limits, while paid plans expand user capacity and hosting support.

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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. Compare the cloud and self-hosted plan terms, especially history limits and user minimums, before choosing.

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The facts

Bopup IM SuiteZulip
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedYes
Runs onAndroid, WindowsAndroid, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planHosted Bopup Observer: $1.20 a monthSelf-hosted Basic: $3.50 per user a month
Plans published67
MakerBopup IM SuiteZulip
Websitebopup.comzulip.com
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Bopup IM Suite: what it does well

  • Channels and unlimited message history
  • Runs on Windows and Android
  • Integrates with directory, database, and command-line tools
  • Hosted plans include upgrades and technical support
  • Free mode supports 20 users

What to know first

  • Free mode limits messages to 45 symbols
  • Free mode limits transferred files to 1 MB
  • Paid packs cover fixed concurrent-user counts
  • Some listed pack prices are one-time payments

Zulip: what it does well

  • Organizes team conversations in channels.
  • Guest access is available.
  • Supports web, desktop, and mobile platforms.
  • Integrates with GitHub, Jira, Zoom, and others.

What to know first

  • Message history is limited.
  • Cloud Plus requires at least 10 users.
  • Self-hosted Business requires at least 25 users.

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