Element vs GroupMe
ElementTeam Messaging
GroupMeTeam Messaging
FreePublished price
Element Team Messaging Decentralized, encrypted communications. | GroupMe Team Messaging Group text messaging to every phone. The easy way to connect with all the groups in your life, big and small. | |
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| Overview | ||
| Category | Team Messaging | Team Messaging |
| What it is | Element is a decentralized, end-to-end encrypted messaging platform built on the Matrix protocol for organizations requiring sovereign communications. | Group messaging app from Microsoft used by schools, teams, and nonprofits for communications. |
| Pricing | ||
| Published price | Element Free: $0 - Matrix.org hosting Element Pro: $5/user/month - Managed hosting Enterprise: Custom pricing - Self-hosted | Free Free consumer group-messaging app owned by Microsoft. No paid tier or subscription; SMS is used where available at the carrier's standard rates. |
| Pricing model | Tiered plans | Not available |
| Free options | Free plan | Free plan · No free trial |
| Deal on Cubbie | None right now | None right now |
| Company | ||
| Founded | 2017 | 2010 |
| Team size | 51-200 employees | 10001+ employees |
| Headquarters | London, UK | Redmond, WA |
| Featured clients | French Government, German Armed Forces | Not available |