Collaboration Tools

TrustRadius Top Rated for 2023

Top Rated Products

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Bloomfire

Bloomfire provides knowledge engagement, aiming to deliver an experience that connects teams and individuals with the information they need to excel at their jobs. Their cloud-based knowledge engagement platform aims to give people one centralized, searchable place to engage with…

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Quickbase

Quickbase helps users tackle any project, no matter how complex. Quickbase helps customers see, connect and control complex projects. Whether it’s raising a skyscraper or coordinating vaccine rollouts, the no-code software platform allows business users to custom fit solutions to…

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Miro

Miro provides a visual workspace for innovation that enables distributed teams of any size to dream, design, and build the future together. Today, Miro counts more than 60 million users in 200,000 organizations who use Miro to improve product development collaboration, to speed up…

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Slack

Slack is a group messaging or team collaboration app that aims to simplify communication for businesses. Features include open discussions, private groups, and direct messaging, as well as deep contextual search and message archiving, and file sharing. Slack integrates with a number…

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Mattermost

Mattermost from the company of the same name in Palo Alto is a messaging, collaboration and communication platform providing high security and compliance for the businesses that need it.

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Dhumi
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Dhumi Communication's newonline communication and collaboration platform is supports modern workplaces collaboration and communication. Key Features Team Chat - A feature that allows team members to send instant messages and collaborate in real-time. Users can create channels, share…

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TimeTonic
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TimeTonic is a no-code business application and collaboration platform that helps users to create secure cloud and mobile solutions without programming - with no "code". With its Smart-Tables® technology, and a smart visual database as flexible as a spreadsheet, TimeTonic can be…

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Superflow
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Superflow is an annotation tool and collaboration suite for digital design revisions. Users can comment and collaborate directly on a website. Superflow aims to empower software teams and design agencies to get real-time feedback on web content.

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Morningmate
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Morningmate is a project and task management tool, from Madras Check, a company operating in the UK and South Korea. It features tools enabling collaboration with external partners, integrations with popular cloud services (Dropbox, Google Drive) for file attachment and calendar…

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Group-Office
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Group-Office groupware, from Intermesh, is an integrated collaboration and CRM solution that enables teammates to co-edit documents, schedule meetings and connect using chat or video conferencing. CRM capabilities allow for management of contacts, email marketing campaigns and customer…

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Unfuddle
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Unfuddle is a full-stack software project management tool that brings together bug and issue tracking, git and Subversion hosting and collaboration tools. It supports agile team in developing games, mobile apps, or in doing client-driven website development.

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MODA by Mozzaik365

MODA is used to create personalized and collaborative dashboards within Microsoft Teams. As a SaaS application, it offers easy deployment and simplified governance, and provides a clear overview of an organization's Microsoft 365 environment without leaving Teams. MODA centralizes…

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Powell Teams
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Powell Teams is a cloud content collaboration tool used to improve teamwork in Microsoft Teams to make it a better collaboration experience through ready-to-use Team spaces. Its design simplifies navigation and search to help users find information, and it is used to manage the full…

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Ora
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Ora is a team collaboration and project tracking app, featuring task tracking capabilities with a Kanban board, time tracking, team chat and communication with discussion channels, attachment sharing and annotating, etc.

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VIRNECT Remote

VIRNECT Remote enables real-time collaboration for industrial fieldwork. Users can connect experts through VIRNECT Remote to share information when and where it is needed to solve industrial problems right at the source. The solution aims to help users provide remote, quick, and…

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Trados Accelerate

Trados Accelerate is an out-of-the-box translation management system (TMS), specially designed for those companies who want to grow. Trados Accelerate is an automated translation management system that helps organizations expand into global markets faster. With native integration…

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Cage
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Cage is a media collaboration and project management tool, from CageApp headquartered in Oklahoma City. Its Standard plan is presented as ideal for freelancers and small teams looking to collaborate with reviewers, that enables users to upload, review, share, and present work for…

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Alasco
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Alasco aims to takes collaboration, people and processes to the next level and bring the real estate and construction industry up to par with leading digital industries. Alasco supports collaboration with cloud-based software, enabling users to manage their finance controlling and…

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not8
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not8 enables users to write notes directly on the team website, and share them with colleagues. These notes will help to share feedback and reviews between colleagues, without the necessity of video explanations, long emails or screenshots. The vendor states that in the future…

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Connex Construction Cloud

Connex is construction management software for construction projects used to control projects and standardize field execution, and provide a platform for collaboration. The integrated Connex BIM provides an interactive BIM viewer on all devices, so viewers can inspect and coordinate…

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SpecLink
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SpecLink is building product specification software, used to create specs with editing tasks, improve spec coordination, synchronize specs with BIM models, simplify sustainable design certification, and transition from outline to short-form to full specs.

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RIB Digital Handover

RIB Digital Handover is software used to ensure collection of operational information. Ongoing data collection makes it possible to impose requirements for operational information and thereby ensure high quality in delivered materials. Delays in the delivery process are avoided and…

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FLOW.team
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FLOW.team is a project collaboration team from Madras Check Co, that includes an in-built messenger for team communication, task tracking and completion marking capabilities, a project planning space, and a timeline.

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Rocket B2B Supply Chain Integration

Rocket B2B Supply Chain Integration information exchange solutions help to get the right data to the right place at the right time, and prove it no matter how far-flung or technologically diverse the supply chain network. Users can send business information, share files and business…

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Gantt Chart Planner by Ricksoft

Gantt Chart Planner enables uesrs to manage projects and track the progress on Confluence. A Microsoft Project Alternative Add Gantt-Chart by default on every Confluence page.Utilize rollups and progress lines functions within Gantt Charts.Planning and tracking Schedule management,…

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Mastodon
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Mastodon is an open source social networking platform that enables users to join or create servers built around topics of interest, built by the company of the same name in Berlin. Mastodon provides users with the possibility of managing an audience without middlemen. Mastodon deployed…

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Cocoon Data
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Cocoon Data headquartered in Arlington works with governments, enterprises, and SMEs around the globe, to keep regulated or commercially sensitive data safe. Their secure file-sharing platform allows users to collaborate and share sensitive data outside firewalls, securely and…

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Flujo
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Flujo is a communication and collaboration suite for teams designed to bring, in one place, Messaging, Audio/Video calling, Drive, Meetings, Tasks, Calendar, Notes, and Kanbans. The vendor states they're on a mission to create connected & productive workspaces. With Flujo users…

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Bloomup
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With Bloomup, users can gain visibility over all projects and collaborate with their teams, even remotely. Features are designed to help users stay focused on the essentials: dashboard, task planning and real-time collaboration. Track all projects in a single interface with customised…

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Claritask
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Claritask is an online collaboration and project management tool.

Collaboration Tools TrustMap

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What are Collaboration Tools?

Online collaboration software makes working together on professional projects easier and faster. It reduces bottlenecks in feedback and approval processes and allows for real-time communication. The three core areas of functionality for collaboration tools are:

  • Communication
  • Project & task management
  • File sharing & management

Some products stress one feature set over another. These take a best-of-breed approach, and work well if they offer integrations. For example, Slack is an online team collaboration app focused on messaging and file sharing. It also includes audio and video conferencing capabilities. For everything else, it integrates with other software tools.

Because they each have slightly different specialties, many of the tools above are not perfectly comparable. Depending on your business needs, you may want to invest in a few different types of collaboration tools. For example, many teams use a messaging application like Slack for casual communication and also use web conferencing software to host online meetings.

Online collaboration tools are closely related to a number of other types of software, including:

All of these platforms include collaboration features, though most are limited to a specific channel or type of interaction.

Sometimes collaboration tools can replace these more traditional solutions, but it is more common to integrate collaboration tools with existing communication and workflow structure. Often collaboration tools bring interactions that would otherwise be handled by separate platforms into a convenient central location.

Collaboration Tools Features & Capabilities

Communication

Some collaboration tools have communication capabilities at their core. Examples of online communication tools that specialize in this are include:

Other collaboration features are available but may have a limited scope. Communication features across collaboration tools include:

  • Options for integrated messaging. Live chat, comments within a file and private/group messages are all common
  • Privacy and access settings
  • Conference calling
  • Video chats with screen sharing
  • Project-based conversations

Project & Task Management

Another class of online collaboration tools have underlying project and task management capabilities at their core. These tools may not be as advanced as traditional project management platforms. However, they can be incredibly useful for online team collaboration and communication.

Examples of collaboration tools noted for significant project & task management features include:

Some products walk the line of collaboration and project management. For example, Wrike has many robust project management features, but it’s designed like a social network to make engaging with team members easy.

Access to advanced project management capabilities is usually more important for larger or interdepartmental teams. Collaboration features related to project & task management can include:

  • Workflow automation
  • Tracking location and changes to a file
  • Brainstorming tools/pinboards
  • Task lists and assignments. These are complete with due dates, sub-tasks and file attachment
  • Scheduling, calendar integration, reminders and alerts
  • Gantt charts

File Sharing & Management

Other online collaboration tools focus on document storage, sharing, and management. Examples of these products include:

They also offer significant opportunities for collaboration. Collaboration features central to file sharing include:

  • Security
  • Support for different file types
  • Comments and notes attached to files
  • Track changes and versioning
  • Editing permissions and access control
  • Shared folders

Online Collaboration Tools

Locally hosted collaboration solutions (like Redbooth Private Cloud) are less common than online SaaS collaboration tools. Online solutions are more abundant and often more convenient for end-users. They work particularly well for remote teams and employees who need to collaborate on common tasks.

They come in many forms, from mobile apps to browser extensions.

Some tools are industry and use case-specific. For example, Mural.ly and ConceptBoard are tools for graphic designers. On the other hand, Microsoft Yammer is more like a social network for corporate enterprises, regardless of department or industry. Other use cases for collaboration software include:

  • Creating an internal knowledge base for employees with a product like Confluence
  • Creating flow charts or mapping out ideas visually with a product like MindMeister
  • Creating group to-do lists with a product like Trello

Adoption

Adoption is key to success with collaboration software. It is only effective if everyone on the team is on board with the software.

It is important to choose a collaboration tool that is easy to use. The tool should also fit your team’s culture and goals. There are dozens of collaboration products on the market -- and it’s ever-growing!

To help you find a good fit, consider these questions:

  • What types of projects will you collaborate on?
  • What are the steps of a typical project?
  • How does your team handle communication and workflow?
  • Where do you store project files?
  • How many people will be collaborating? How many departments?
  • Will project managers or team members be collaborating? Both?
  • What other platforms and apps does your team use? How does the tool handle integration?
  • How formal or informal will collaboration be? Will all discussions be related to work on specific projects, or will some be social?
  • Will all conversations be archived?

Collaboration Tools Comparison

To help you more easily compare different types of collaboration tools, consider these 3 key factors:

  1. What’s the main purpose this tool will serve? For example, are you looking for an easy to use team instant messaging app? Or do you need a web conferencing tool that will be easy for employees and clients to use? Or maybe you’re looking for a new company intranet, or file and document sharing solution. Figuring out what business need(s) the tool will serve will help you identify which set of collaboration tools to evaluate.
  2. Ease of use, which helps determine how widely adopted the software will be, is highly important. If you invest in a collaboration tool that has a steep learning curve, it’s less likely to be adopted by the rest of your team. Look for tools that have high ‘usability’ ratings on the product scorecard tab on TrustRadius to help narrow down the list of products you’re considering.
  3. What does your budget for collaboration and communication software look like? This will likely depend on whether you are self-employed, a contract worker, an SMB, or an enterprise business. Many collaboration tools in this category have either free versions or free trials for your team to test out. However, if your business needs a very budget-friendly solution, look for tools that have a ‘forever free’ option.

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Pricing Information

Collaboration software is usually priced by user on a monthly subscription.

Most vendors offer a free tier for up to a certain number of users. The free tiers usually have a more limited set of features and capabilities. There are many basic free online collaboration options, including GoVisually, Trello, Podio and Google Drive for example.

For paid plans, pure collaboration tools focused on notes, tasks, and chat start around $8/mo. per user. For collaboration tools that include cloud storage, pricing starts at around $10/mo. per user, and goes up from there based on storage size.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are collaboration tools?

Collaboration tools help teams communicate, manage projects and tasks, and share and store files more efficiently. Not all online collaboration tools have the same set of capabilities, specific tools may specialize in one of the three areas above. Common use cases for collaboration software include:

  • Online meetings
  • Team messaging
  • Project & task management
  • File storage
  • Collaborative content creation

What are some examples of different types of collaboration tools?

Examples of collaboration tools that focus on enabling business communication include: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Hangouts, Fuze, Lifesize Video Conferencing, and Skype. Collaboration Tools that emphasize project & task management include: Trello, Airtable, Asana, Basecamp, Wrike, and Monday. Products that offer file storage and management features include: Google Drive, Dropbox Business, MS SharePoint, and Confluence.

What are the best collaboration tools?

The Top Rated collaboration tools in 2019 include:


Learn more about these products and other online collaboration tools here.

What are some free online collaboration tools?

Many collaboration software products have a free version available, though typically with more limited space or functionality. Popular free tools for small teams or SMBs include:


How much does collaboration software cost?

Along with free versions of the software, many collaboration tools range from $5 - $40 per user per month. Enterprise tier plans may cost more, depending on how many user licenses your business needs. Collaboration tools that provide cloud storage space may also increase based on the amount of space required.