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Rocket.Chat vs Zoho Cliq
Both stand on team chat apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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. Check the plan details and request pricing for options beyond Starter.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
Zoho Cliq combines business chat with meetings, administration, workflow, and developer features. Compare group-size and searchable-message limits across plans against your team’s needs.
Visit Zoho CliqThe facts
| Rocket.Chat | Zoho Cliq | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Rocket.Chat | Zoho Cliq |
| Website | rocket.chat | zoho.com |
| On team chat apps | #1 of 63 | #5 of 63 |
Rocket.Chat: what it does well
- Free Starter plan supports up to 50 users.
- Includes channels, guest access, and unlimited history.
- Integrates with a broad range of listed services.
- Supports self-hosted use and multiple platforms.
What to know first
- Starter is limited to 50 users.
- Other named plans have no listed prices.
- Some deployment options are air-gapped or on-premises.
Zoho Cliq: what it does well
- Unlimited message history
- Channels and guest access are supported
- Includes workflow automation, whiteboards, and screen sharing
- Developer platform includes APIs, bots, and internal apps
- Available across web, desktop, and mobile
What to know first
- Free plan limits groups to 100 participants
- Free plan provides 10,000 searchable messages
- Professional and Enterprise require at least 10 users
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