Device sync
Device syncing that updates files connected to the cloud, keeping all files up to date regardless of where they are edited or viewed.
Cat avg: 8.6
Top Performing Features
Access control
Users can control access to (shared) files, including different levels of access such as view-only or permission to edit.
Cat avg: 8.3
Video files
Supports video file types
Cat avg: 8.1
Audio files
Supports audio file types, such as .mp3, .mp4, and .wav
Cat avg: 8.3
Worst Performing Features
Integrates with Outlook
Integrates with Microsoft Outlook to tie in email threads.
Cat avg: 8.8
Gantt Charts
Gantt charts are charts that show tasks or events along the y-axis displayed against time along the x-axis.
Cat avg: 7.5
Scheduling
Scheduling capabilities allow users to set schedules on tasks, and create timelines and milestones.
Cat avg: 8.2
Mattermost Features from Reviews
Project Management
Project management software provides capabilities to streamline management of complex projects through task management, team collaboration and workflow automation
8.4+6%
Task Management
This includes the ability to plan, track, collaborate and report on tasks.
Category average: 7.9
Gantt Charts
Gantt charts are charts that show tasks or events along the y-axis displayed against time along the x-axis.
Category average: 7.5
Scheduling
Scheduling capabilities allow users to set schedules on tasks, and create timelines and milestones.
Category average: 8.2
Workflow Automation
Workflow automation is the ability to route work requests along an approval process automatically.
Category average: 7.9
Mobile Access
Mobile access is the ability to access the software from a smartphone or tablet.
Category average: 8.6
Search
Users can search for related materials across files, discussions threads, schedules, etc. using project keywords or tags.
Category average: 8
Visual planning tools
Includes visual tools such as pinboards, mind-maps, or charts for collaborative brainstorming and/or workflow planning.
Category average: 7.9
Communication
Features that allow team members to communicate about collaborative projects and keep each other informed of their opinions and progress.
8.4+4%
Chat
Instant messaging tool allows users to communicate with select other users in real-time threads.
Category average: 9
Notifications
Users can follow other users and/or join specific projects, electing to receive notifications when there are changes and updates.
Category average: 8.4
Discussions
Users can join groups or message boards for forum-style collaboration.
Category average: 8.5
Surveys
Users can create and participate in surveys to get input from other collaborators.
Category average: 8.1
Internal knowledgebase
Users can author or access “How-to” help and reference tips about internal processes.
Category average: 8.2
Integrates with GoToMeeting
Integrates with GoToMeeting for web conferencing.
Category average: 8.1
Integrates with Gmail and Google Hangouts
Integrates with Gmail and Google Hangouts.
Category average: 6.1
Integrates with Outlook
Integrates with Microsoft Outlook to tie in email threads.
Category average: 8.8
File Sharing & Management
Features that allow collaborators to view, work on, and organize files.
8.9+10%
Versioning
Users can access the most up-to-date version of a document, track changes, and revert to older versions if needed.
Category average: 8.2
Video files
Supports video file types
Category average: 8.1
Audio files
Supports audio file types, such as .mp3, .mp4, and .wav
Category average: 8.3
Document collaboration
Users can edit files and attach comments to files.
Category average: 8.4
Access control
Users can control access to (shared) files, including different levels of access such as view-only or permission to edit.
Category average: 8.3
Advanced security features
Includes advanced security features such as file encryption or remote data wipe.
Category average: 8.3
Integrates with Google Drive
Integrates with Google's cloud storage platform, Google Drive.
Category average: 7.1
Device sync
Device syncing that updates files connected to the cloud, keeping all files up to date regardless of where they are edited or viewed.
Category average: 8.6
Mattermost Features from the Vendor
Project Management
Vendor-reviewedTask Management
This includes the ability to plan, track, collaborate and report on tasks.
Workflow Automation
Workflow automation is the ability to route work requests along an approval process automatically.
Mobile Access
Mobile access is the ability to access the software from a smartphone or tablet.
File tracking
Tracks the location of a file, as well as who has opened or changed it and when.
Integrates with other Project Management Tools
Collaboration tool integrates with other project management software
Communication
Vendor-reviewedChat
Instant messaging tool allows users to communicate with select other users in real-time threads.
Status updates and activity feed
Users can view and post to a running record of current activities and statuses, akin to major social media platforms.
Notifications
Users can follow other users and/or join specific projects, electing to receive notifications when there are changes and updates.
Comments and feedback
Users can respond to activities and projects by posting comments to the item. This may also include the capability to “like” or vote on items.
Discussions
Users can join groups or message boards for forum-style collaboration.
User directory and online status
Users can see a catalog of the other users in their network, including whether those collaborators are online.
Sharing and privacy
Users can share links and documents with their networks via chat, status updates, or discussions, but sharing of sensitive material and/or sharing outside the network is appropriately restricted.
Surveys
Users can create and participate in surveys to get input from other collaborators.
Internal knowledgebase
Users can author or access “How-to” help and reference tips about internal processes.
Integrates with Outlook
Integrates with Microsoft Outlook to tie in email threads.