Proprietary
Google Chat
Team chat inside Google Workspace
A messaging service for Google Workspace with spaces, threads, and integrations.
In depth
What it is
Google Chat is a messaging service for Google Workspace with spaces, threads, and integrations.
Key features
- Workspace integration - Tied to Google Workspace identity and admin.
- Spaces - Rooms/spaces with threaded conversations.
- Search - Search integrated with Google account context.
- Meet integration - Integrated transitions between chat and meetings.
Strengths
- Workspace integration - Tied to Google Workspace identity and admin.
- Spaces - Rooms/spaces with threaded conversations.
- Search - Search integrated with Google account context.
Trade-offs
- Lock-in - Strong coupling to Google Workspace identity and policies.
- Hosting model - SaaS hosting limits deployment control and data locality.
- Feature depth - Advanced governance and export features vary by plan.
Pricing
Commercial product sold via subscriptions and/or licenses. Pricing commonly varies by seats, usage, and governance features.
Explore alternatives
